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9 Years
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Your Trusted Partner for Piano Education in Fountain Valley
Eric's Piano School was founded in 2017 with a mission to make music education fun, engaging, and high-quality. Our Fountain Valley location serves over 120 students with six skilled instructors, combining traditional teaching methods with innovative tools like the Piano Express program. We emphasize joyful learning experiences that nurture musical excellence, personal growth, and lifelong passion for music. Our team includes certified Royal Conservatory of Music instructors and specialists in elementary education, with expertise in the Taubman Piano Method to ensure injury-free playing.With over 25 years of piano experience and 16,000 lessons taught, our founder has created a structured pathway from early childhood music exploration to advanced conservatory-level training. We maintain rigorous standards through the Royal Conservatory of Music certification program while prioritizing student motivation through gamified practice tools and measurable progress tracking.
Services
Piano Express Program
Music Together Classes
RCM Certification Training
Private Piano Lessons
Early Childhood Music
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer Piano Express, a modern program that accelerates learning through innovative tools
- Our instructors include certified Royal Conservatory of Music teachers with 25+ years of experience
- We provide a structured pathway from early childhood music to advanced conservatory training
- Our Taubman Method specialists ensure injury-free piano technique development
- We guarantee measurable progress with gamified practice tools and weekly assessments
Associations and certifications
- Royal Conservatory of Music
- Simply Music Piano Method
What people say
Excited to practice
Moved up three levels
Feel successful
Rapid progress
Enjoy lessons
Services
Piano Express Program
This modern piano program accelerates learning through interactive tools and gamified practice. Students develop fundamental skills twice as fast as traditional methods by receiving instant feedback through software assessments. The curriculum combines notation reading, theory, and technique across multiple genres including classical, pop, and blues.
Music Together Classes
Developmentally appropriate music classes for newborns through five-year-olds. Through singing, movement, and play, children build foundational musical skills while developing confidence and social connections. Parents participate in classes to learn how to continue musical learning at home.
RCM Certification Training
Structured program following Royal Conservatory of Music standards from preparatory levels through associate diploma. Includes performance, technique, ear training, sight reading, and theory components. Prepares students for college-level music study and professional performance opportunities.
Private Piano Lessons
Customized weekly lessons tailored to individual learning styles and goals. Combines technical training with musical expression and repertoire development. Available for students at all levels from beginners to advanced conservatory preparatory.
Early Childhood Music
Developmental music program focusing on rhythm, pitch recognition, and musical expression for children under five. Uses play-based learning to build foundational skills that prepare children for formal piano instruction while strengthening family bonds.
People
Eric Rinehart
Owner and Piano Express Teacher
25 years of piano experience, certified Royal Conservatory instructor, and 5th generation pianist. Developed the school's innovative approach combining traditional methods with Piano Express technology. Holds B.S. in Biochemistry and trained in Taubman Piano Method.
Cassidy Rinehart
Music Together Teacher
Licensed Music Together instructor with early childhood education expertise. Focuses on making music learning accessible for families without formal musical backgrounds. Combines teaching with practical parenting experience from raising her three-year-old daughter.
Sam Sohmer
Piano Instructor
Classically-trained pianist and film-score composer with teaching experience from ages 5-15. Combines traditional piano instruction with contemporary music production techniques. Holds interdisciplinary degree focusing on music, business, and religion.
Ai Vo
Piano Instructor
Continuing studies under Dr. Samuel Grodin while serving as church pianist and choir director. Social media influencer with 250k followers, specializing in making classical music accessible to modern audiences through digital platforms.
Eliza Hagy
Piano Instructor
Classically-trained pianist since age five with Carnegie Hall performance experience. Multi-instrumentalist teaching piano, violin, and viola. Award-winning composer with expertise in both traditional and electronic music composition.
Questions
How do I start piano lessons at Eric's Piano School?
Begin by filling out our contact form for a free consultation. We'll schedule a trial session to assess readiness and match your child with the appropriate program.
What teaching methods do you use?
We combine Piano Express technology with Royal Conservatory of Music standards, incorporating notation reading, theory, and technique across multiple musical genres.
What age requirements exist for piano lessons?
Our Piano Express program starts at age 5, though developmentally ready 4-year-olds may qualify. We also offer Music Together classes for newborns through age five.
Do you offer trial lessons?
Yes, we provide free demo sessions to evaluate program fit and student readiness before enrollment in our Piano Express program.
What instrument is needed for lessons?
A piano purchase is required for enrollment. We provide an Entry-Level Piano Buying Guide to help families select appropriate instruments.
What are your lesson scheduling options?
We offer flexible scheduling with lessons available Monday-Friday 3:30-6:30PM and Saturday 9AM-12PM across multiple time slots.
