Lessons in NYC or Online

Private piano lessons for beginners, intermediate, or advanced students of all ages!

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Offerings/Prices

In-person instruction in Hudson Heights, NYC, or online lessons are available. I specialize in injury-preventive piano technique and believe that playing the piano should be fun, enriching, and safe for the body!

For those interested in re-training their piano technique and/or recovering from an injury, I also offer lessons specifically in the Lister-Sink Method.

I have experience teaching all ages, from young children to adults hoping to return to the instrument!

  • Students are welcome to take lessons in my home studio located in Hudson Heights, NYC. I have a baby grand piano, an adjustable bench, and ample space.

    1 hour - $90

    ½ Hour - $45

  • No matter where you live, online lessons are a great option! We meet on Zoom and have an introductory session to make sure the settings are optimized for the best sound.

    1 hour - $85

    ½ hour - 40

  • For specific cases, I am available to travel to your home for the lessons. Prices vary based on travel time.

  • Through gentle movement and breathing, these classes are geared toward musicians. Limited weight is applied to wrists and poses are targeted for upper body stiffness. Classes are customizable based on what area you’d like to focus on.

    Private Session 1 Hour - $60

    Group Sessions 1 Hour - $15 each

  • I consider myself extremely fortunate to be studying with Julia. In addition to being an incredible musician, she immediately identifies any problems I am experiencing (often when I am not even conscious of the problem), provides constructive practice approaches in simple terms to overcome the issues, and this is all done while taking on ever more challenging pieces and having fun throughout the process. My progress has been excellent. I highly recommend Julia for any interested in studying piano and doing so effectively, efficiently, and with joy!

    - Eric, Current Student

  • I wish I had restarted piano lesson with a teacher like Julia years ago. For the past two years I have learned so much from her that I didn't understand about physical techniques and mental practice, rotation and relaxation. Fortunately, she is very patient, and constructive.

    - Sandra, Current Student

Education

McGill University - Bachelor’s in Piano Performance

Salem College - Master’s in Performance and Pedagogy with an emphasis on Injury Preventive Piano Technique

Performing Arts Medicine Association - Certificate in the “Essentials of Performing Arts Medicine”

Lister-Sink Institute - Certification in the Lister-Sink Method

Lotus Yoga Academy - 200 Hr Yoga Teaching Certification

Performances

Performed in Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Symphony Space, Tenri Cultural Institute, Montclair State University, Maureen’s Jazz Cellar, and the Greenwich House

Received first prize at the New York Summer Music Festival Concerto Competition and the Rondo Young Artist Competition

Played with flautist Hubert Laws, clarinetist David Krakauer, trumpet player Vinnie Cutro, the Trillium String Quartet, and her dad, saxophonist and composer Peter Furlan, among many others

FAQs

How often can myself or my child take lessons?

1

I recommend starting with a lesson once a week, but I understand life is busy! Flexible schedules are available, whether that’s once every two weeks or once a month.

What are your studio policies?

Payment is due on the day of the lesson

Cancellations made 24-hours before the lesson will not result in a fee. If a lesson is canceled less than 24 hours before the scheduled lesson for reasons other than illness, there will be a full no-show lesson charge.

Respecting the studio space is expected for in-person lessons.

2

How do you take payment?

Cash, Venmo, or Zelle!

3

Can I integrate yoga into my piano lesson?

4

Yes! Want to start or end your lesson with 15 minutes of gentle stretching? Want to do half yoga and half piano? These are on a case-by-case basis depending on what the student is looking for!

The Lister-Sink Method

“The Lister-Sink Method is a sequenced, step-by-step program for training the motor coordinations of piano technique from simplest to complex with application to musical requirements. It is an interdisciplinary method.” The technical model draws on knowledge from the pillars below, in addition to the Alexander Technique.

Biomechanics

We focus on efficient muscle use, optimal skeletal alignment, and the habituation of releasing unnecessary muscle tension

Anatomy

Knowing about the body and what joints, muscles, and bones are involved in playing the piano can transform the way you think about technique.

Neuroscience

The power of mental practice can change the way you practice!

Sports and Arts Medicine

Musicians use their bodies to execute their craft just as much as athletes. Many aspects of sports medicine, including the study of rest, apply to musicians.