What's Included In My Free Consultation?

The consultation includes a personalized one-on-one session with Diana to explore your musical background, interests, and goals. You'll receive tailored music recommendations, a live demonstration of your chosen music, and a walkthrough of how online lessons work—no strings attached!

What Will My Lessons Include?

Your lessons will cover piano technique, music reading and theory, classical music literature (if interested), and learning to play songs with chord-based accompaniments.

Why Choose Diana Mascari as Your Online
Piano or Composition Teacher?

Q: Do I Need to Have a Piano?

Yes, students should have access to a piano or a digital keyboard with weighted keys for the best experience. Light touch keyboards are not recommended.

Q: Do I Need Prior Piano Experience?

While no specific background is required, some musical experience is helpful. This could include previous piano lessons, playing a band or orchestral instrument for a few years, or singing in a choir or choral group for a year or more.

Are you looking for piano or composition lessons near you? Learn piano or composition with a unique approach that blends technique and creativity!

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47+ years teaching: Specializes in unlocking the musical potential of adults.
Advanced degrees: Two Master's in Music from New England Conservatory.
Creator of TAP System: A unique and transformative piano teaching method.

Professional jazz pianist: Experience performing solo and with groups, integrating performance into lessons.
Experienced composer: Compositions performed in Europe, Japan, and the U.S.
Teaching roles: Taught keyboard harmony at Boston University, refining teaching techniques.

Long-term leadership: Music director at a multicultural church for 40 years.
Personalized lessons: Focuses on creativity and self-expression, tailoring lessons to each student.
Commitment to lifelong learning: Helps adults discover their musical potential.

Why Start with a Free Consultation?

Don’t let 2025 pass you by without achieving your goals! If playing piano or learning to compose is on your list, this is your chance to start strong. Here’s what you’ll get:

Built Around You

Discuss your goals, experience, and schedule for customized online piano

or composition lessons.

Live Demo with Diana

See Diana, a skilled piano and composition teacher based in Southbury, CT, in action featuring your chosen music, to make sure if it’s the right fit.

Personalized Music Picks

Play what you love, matched to your skill and style.

Access to Our Free Piano Courses

Enjoy our free courses to begin your piano journey by scheduling a consultation with Diana!

Why Diana Mascari?

Diana Mascari’s
Transformational Approach to Piano (TAP System)
will help you become the pianist you want to be.

Reviews

For many years I’ve wanted to play the piano, but as an adult the idea seemed formidable and beyond my reach. With Diana I’ve been able to play so many of my favorite pieces and the journey has been absolutely wonderful.”

Debbie Lovewell, Adult Student

Dear Diana, For the past 8 years, you have been an amazing piano teacher for me. I learned so much under you, most importantly, to enjoy what I love while improving my skills. Thank you so much for all these years of music.”

Korbin Johnson, College Student

Hand Independence

Improve coordination and fluidity between both hands

Efficient Fingering

Master finger placement for smoother, more comfortable playing.

Music Reading Skills

Gain confidence in reading and interpreting sheet music.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I Need to Have a Piano?

Yes, students should have access to a:

Piano or a Digital keyboard with weighted keys (like a piano) for the best experience.
Light touch keyboards are not recommended.

Composition students
have the option of using a

light touch keyboard.

However, a laptop (or desktop) computer with music notation software

e.g. Sibelius IS required..

What's Included In My Free Piano or Composition Lesson Consultation?

A personalized, one-on-one session with Diana to explore your musical background, interests, and goals
Tailored music recommendations based on your skill level and preferences
A live demonstration where Diana plays examples from music she recommends so that you can choose which music resonnates with you.
A walkthrough of how online lessons work and the benefits of learning this way, giving you a sneak peek into what it's like to learn piano or composition online with Diana—no strings attached!

Do I Need Prior Piano Experience?

While no specific background is required, to get the most out of your piano or composition lessons, some musical experience is needed and helpful. This could include:

Previous piano lessons
Playing a band or orchestral instrument for a few years
Singing in a choir or choral group for a year or more

What Will My Piano Lessons
Include?

Your PIANO lessons will cover a variety of key areas, including:

Piano technique,
Music reading & theory Classical music literature
(if you're interested) and learning to play songs (standards, show tunes, jazz, etc.) with chord-based accompaniments.

What Will My Composition

Lessons Include?

You'll learn how to identify the correct time signature for your ideas, what chords you should use to support the melody and how to select instruments that best express your ideas. Besides this, you'll learn how to use music notation software to bring your musical ideas to life.

Ready to learn piano or composer your own music?
Why wait?

Don’t miss the chance to reconnect with the joy of playing the piano or expressing your creativity through composition. Sign up today and take your first step toward becoming the pianist or composer you’ve always wanted to be.

Limited-Time Offer

Your musical journey starts soon! Secure your spot today, and you could begin your lessons within just one to two weeks after your consultation. Don’t miss this limited opportunity to bring music back into your life!

Why Choose Diana Mascari as Your Online
Piano or Composition Teacher?