After-School Piano Class for Kids & Adults in NYC
Piano classes: September 10–December 23, 2026 🌲
Piano Buds in a Pod® is a Steinway Educational Partner located at 91 Street & 2nd Avenue in New York City. Contact Us
All Piano Classes at Piano Buds in a Pod® (Manhattan)
1. Group Piano Class ($40/45-minutes class)
New and returning students may book any available classes on the published term schedule. Full-course tickets available anytime up to 24 hours in advance (subject to availability). Group Piano drop-ins open 7 days in advance. No waitlist. First come, first served; advance booking required. The first term from September 10 to December 23, 2026 is open for booking. The second term from January 4 to June 20, 2027 is open for booking.
A recital will be held during the second term, with venue and date announced in mid-January. To participate, select the Course + Recital Registration ticket when booking. Enrollment before February 1, 2027, is required, subject to availability. If a recital cancels a scheduled class, tuition will be refunded to the original payment method. Recitalist admission only; a ticket is required for every audience member with a reserved seat ($0–$25).
Group Piano is an in-studio program for beginner and intermediate students that develops keyboard fundamentals, note reading, finger dexterity, solo repertoire, and performance skills. Books are required. Students learn to read and write music as part of the curriculum. Students progress through Alfred’s Piano Method Books at their own pace in a shared lesson format, combining instruction at the grand piano, independent practice on digital pianos, and in-class performances. This structure fosters musical independence, focus, and confidence in a group setting. Class duration: 45-minutes. Class size: 1 to 5 students. Facility: 1 acoustic grand piano and 5 digital pianos. Fees: Group Piano classes are available as either full-course enrollment or single drop-in sessions. Full-course tuition is $40 per 45-minute class, and drop-in tuition is $55, or $40 for first-time students using code ILOVEGROUPPIANO, limited to one (1) use per student. FAQs: Read Our Frequently Asked Questions
Group Piano is a drop-off class without caregiver participation. One parent or caregiver may observe from the designated waiting area for the duration of the class. Due to space constraints, only one parent/caregiver per child is permitted inside Piano Buds in a Pod and must adhere to all Policies and Procedures to support the focus and learning of both students and teachers.
If you miss a class, email pianobudsinapod@gmail.com at least 24-hours in advance to request a make-up class code for your 1-Class ticket, if eligible. No shows are not eligible for make-up classes. Up to 3 make-up classes are permitted per course, subject to availability, and may be used for Group Piano Class and must be scheduled on dates covered by an active course enrollment.
2. Baby Beethoven Music & Piano Class ($35/45-minutes class)
New and returning students may book any available classes on the published term schedule. Full-course tickets available anytime up to 24 hours in advance (subject to availability). Baby Beethoven drop-ins available anytime. No waitlist. First come, first served; advance booking required. Fall Term: September 10–December 23, 2026.
Baby Beethoven is an early-childhood music and piano program for toddlers and preschoolers that introduces classical music through rhythm instruments, singing, notation, beginner piano exploration with one-finger classical tunes alongside Nina the Ballerina, piano activities with Beethoven Bear and Mozart Mouse from Alfred’s Music for Little Mozarts, and keyboard exploration using Piano Adventures Lesson Book A. Age: Our classes are recommended for ages 18 months and up, though we happily welcome little ones younger than 18 months, up to age 4. Class Duration: Classes are 45 minutes. Class Size: Limited 1 to 8 students, and include one parent or caregiver per child. Facility: 1 acoustic grand piano, 5 digital pianos, and 8 toy pianos. Fees: Full-course tuition is $35 per class; a 1-Class Ticket is $45. An introductory first class is available for $35 with discount code BABYBEETHOVEN. Other options are also available: buy a Class Pass.
Taught by: Alexandra
If you miss a class, email pianobudsinapod@gmail.com at least 24-hours in advance to request a make-up class code for your 1-Class ticket, if eligible. No shows are not eligible for make-up classes. Up to 3 make-up classes are permitted per course, subject to availability, and may be used for Baby Beethoven Piano Class and must be scheduled on dates covered by an active course enrollment.
3. Individual Piano Class ($60/30-minutes class)
New and returning students may book any available classes on the published term schedule. Full-course tickets available anytime up to 24 hours in advance (subject to availability). Individual Piano drop-ins open 6 days to 24 hours in advance. No waitlist. First come, first served; advance booking required. The first term from September 10 to December 23, 2026 is open for booking. The second term from January 4 to June 20, 2027 classes are reserved for currently enrolled students through December 1, 2026. Open booking for all students begins December 2, 2026. required, subject to availability. If a recital cancels a scheduled class, tuition will be refunded to the original payment method.
A recital will be held during the second term, with venue and date announced in mid-January. To participate, select the Course + Recital Registration ticket when booking. Enrollment before February 1, 2027, is required, subject to availability. If a recital cancels a scheduled class, tuition will be refunded to the original payment method. Recitalist admission only; a ticket is required for every audience member with a reserved seat ($0–$25).
Individual Piano Class is a 1-on-1 weekly piano lesson held in-studio on an acoustic grand piano, designed for beginners through ABRSM Grade 1–8 levels and open to students ages 3 through adult. Students develop keyboard fundamentals, grand staff reading skills, finger dexterity, solo repertoire, and overall performance technique. Books are required. Students learn to read and write music as part of the curriculum. Beginner students progress through lesson units using Alfred’s Piano Method Books, completing each unit at their own pace. Whether a student’s goal is to learn a favorite piece or prepare for an ABRSM exam, instruction is centered on mastering repertoire as the foundation of their piano education. Class size: 1 student. Facility: 1 acoustic grand piano and 5 digital pianos. Fees: Full-course tuition is $60 per 30-minute class. Drop-in tuition is $75, or $60 for first-time students with code ILOVEPIANO (limit one use per student).
Individual Piano is a drop-off class without caregiver participation. One parent or caregiver may observe from the designated waiting area for the duration of the class and must adhere to all Policies and Procedures to support the focus and learning of both student and teacher.
If you miss a class, email pianobudsinapod@gmail.com at least 24-hours in advance to request a make-up class code for your 1-Class ticket, if eligible. No shows are not eligible for make-up classes. Up to 3 make-up classes are permitted per course, subject to availability, and may be used for Individual Piano Class or Group Piano Class and must be scheduled on dates covered by an active course enrollment.
ABRSM 🏆
Congratulations to our students on their outstanding achievements in the The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) Piano Performance Grade Exam
Claire Downes, Initial Grade (Merit)
Pacey Aaron Cohen, Grade 1 (Merit), Initial Grade (Merit)
Lydia Castillo, Initial Grade (Merit)
Anthony Nguyen, Initial Grade (Distinction)
Xin Wang, Initial Grade (Distinction)
Neha Singh, Initial Grade (Distinction)
Shiv Dubey, Grade 1 (Merit), Initial Grade (Distinction)
Pass 100 | Merit 120 | Distinction 130 of 150
On stage at Steinway Hall in New York on May 11, 2026, every child is a star, every child matters, every child is celebrated! Congratulations! 🌹
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