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From age 4

Introduction to piano from age 4

A first encounter with the piano designed for 4-year-olds: a joyful, structured and progressive class in which children discover rhythm, notes, the keyboard, high and low sounds, and their first musical time signatures.

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Introductory piano class for 4-year-olds
Children attending an introductory music class

An engaging and playful class for young children

At this age, the aim is not simply to “play the piano”, but to enter the world of music with enjoyment, confidence and curiosity. Each class helps children understand music through their body, their ears, their eyes and their hands.

What your child will discover during the year

Rhythm

Children learn to feel the pulse and place notes within a lively, steady musical framework.

The seven notes

Children gradually discover musical language and begin to recognise notes on the score.

The link between keyboard and score

Written symbols become sounds and then movements on the keyboard.

High and low sounds

Children explore different pitches and gradually find their way around the piano’s octaves.

Three- and four-beat measures

Children discover the musical logic of time, movement and the natural breathing of phrases.

Developing movement, coordination and creativity

Emerging technique

The class helps children establish their first technical foundations naturally, without rigidity.

Coordination

The exercises support motor development, concentration and coordination of movement.

Musical expression

Children are encouraged to listen, feel and express something personal through music.

An ideal next step after early-years music classes

This class provides a natural transition for 4-year-olds who attended early-years music classes at age 3, before moving on to group piano lessons from age 5.

Practical information

Class locations

19 rue de la Pompe, 75116 Paris
83 rue d’Assas, 75006 Paris
1 rue de Richelieu, 75001 Paris

Format

One-hour group classes
Groups of 5 to 7 children
At the school’s Paris locations

Who are the classes for?

Children from age 4
Beginners
Before beginning piano lessons from age 5

Current class times

19 rue de la Pompe

  • Wednesday2:00 pm
  • Wednesday3:00 pm
  • Saturday11:00 am

1 rue de Richelieu

  • Wednesday3:00 pm
  • Saturday11:00 am

83 rue d’Assas

  • Wednesday2:00 pm
  • Saturday11:00 am

Programme and fee

Introductory classes at the school
€38 / hour
Maximum of 7 children per group
Full-year commitment
Starter pack not included
Compulsory starter pack: €150. This includes course materials, the administration fee and the child’s participation in the end-of-year concert.

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Enrolment form Choose your preferred time slot and programme to receive a quotation. Trial lesson Book a trial lesson before making a full-year commitment. Early-years music classes for ages 3–4 Discover the programme that precedes the introduction to piano. Fees for ages 3–4 View the page dedicated to programmes and fees for this age group.

Open the door to a wonderful musical adventure for your child

At age 4, an introduction to piano can become a formative experience: a joyful, structured and engaging discovery of music in an environment designed for young children.

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