Summer Session Begins Tuesday, June 21st

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The Summer Session begins Tuesday, June 21 and goes through mid- August. Classes will still meet in the Okemos location (classes at the new location of Trinity Church will begin for fall classes in September). The Summer class offerings are as follows:

  • Elementary/Middle School Piano: Tuesdays 330p-420p

  • Young Beginners Piano for New Students: Tuesdays 430p-520p

  • Adult Piano for Beginners: Tuesdays 530p-620p

  • High School/Middle School Piano: Thursdays 430p-520p (starts July 7)

Each class is $25 and you will only be charged for the classes you are able to attend. Please let me know in advance if there are weeks you know you will/won’t be able to attend. Classes will meet each week with the exception of:

  • NO classes the weeks of: June 28, July 19, August 16

You can submit your payment via Venmo (@DiazSchoolofPiano) or PayPal (email address is ben@diaz.school). As always, please let me know if you have any questions!

The Studio is Moving!

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Diaz School of Piano will be starting an exciting new chapter since the studio will be moving from its current location in Okemos to a studio space within Trinity Church (3355 Dunckel Road) which is just about 10 minutes from our current location. This move will take place over the summer (the Spring Semester will meet in the current studio) and our Fall Semester will be at our new location.​

In the 16+ years that the school has been opened, hundreds of students have been able to learn the joy and art of playing the piano. With this move, we will continue our group-based learning approach and begin to offer more online learning options. You can help by spreading the word about the Okemos building being listed, spread the word about Fall Semester in September, and be on the lookout for the moving dates when we move all the keyboards from one location to the other!

Thank you for allowing me to serve as your piano teacher and for all of the ways you support Diaz School of Piano. I am more committed than ever to building pianists for a lifetime and am excited to see what the future holds in this leg of the journey!

April Announcements

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Hello! Here are a few announcements for the month of April at Diaz School of Piano:

Upcoming Dates:

  • Remaining Class Winter Semester Schedule:

    • This Week: Decision Week (finalizing pieces for in-class recital)

    • Week of April 11: Recital Preparation

    • Week of April 18: In-class recital (more info below) End of Winter Semester.

    • No classes this week... studio closed.

  • Spring Session: Monday, May 2 - Monday, June 6. This 5-week session is primarily a continuation of the current semester, so most class times will remain the same if enrollment meets the minimum number of students. Cost for the 5 classes is $125 and you can pay via PayPal by sending money to ben@diaz.school.You can also Venmo payment to: @DiazSchoolofPiano, or pay by cash/check.

In-Class Studio Recital: The week of April 18 is the last week of class for the 2022 Winter Semester. Students have been preparing pieces these last several weeks. Studio Recitals will be during students' regularly scheduled class the week of April 18 (two weeks). Here are some details:

  • Students come to their regularly scheduled class this week

  • 10 minutes after the beginning of class, parents/family members can come into the performance area of the studio

  • Students can dress up if they'd prefer, but that is optional

  • Photos and video recording are allowed

  • Program order will be determined at class in the first 10 minutes

  • Please let me know if you have any questions, concerns, or need alternatives for that week

Mask Policy at the Studio: Masks are not required and still encouraged and recommended. I (Ben) am not planning on wearing a mask while teaching classes going forward, but am more than happy to wear one if that makes you or your student feel more comfortable. Your health and safety continue to be a priority during your experience at the studio. If you have any questions, please let me know!


Winter Semester Tuition Payment Plan: Full Semester Tuition payment is due on or before this Thursday, April 7. You can pay via PayPal by sending money to ben@diaz.school.You can also Venmopayment to: @DiazSchoolofPiano, or pay by cash/check. (The website drop down menu at www.diaz.school has been not working, so my apologies again for the inconvenience and confusion it may have caused some of you).Please let me know if you have any questions regarding your balance.


Thank you for allowing me to serve as your piano teacher and, as always, please let me know if you have any questions!


DSoP: Winter Semester 2022 Starts This Week!

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2022 Winter Semester: The 2022 Winter Semester begins Monday, January 10, and classes are available for enrollment.  Here's how to enroll online:

  1. Visit us at diaz.school to see what classes are available. Click on the "Classes" tab to see brief summaries of each class.

  2. Pick the right class for you. Click on the "Enroll" tab to see the semester schedule and when each class is offered. Then click on the class that works best for you and fill in the information blocks.

  3. Ensure your spot. Click the "Pay Now" button to either pay the semester deposit, or the full semester tuition. You can also Venmo payment to: @DiazSchoolofPiano. I've been having recent issues with the payment feature on my website, so I apologize for any inconvenience but it *should* be working now. Paying the deposit will ensure your spot for the semester. Fill in the Student's name, the class day and time, and you are all set for the first day of class!

  4. Don't know which class to enroll for, or you're a new student?  No problem!  Just let me know and we can set up the best way to find the best class for you.

As always, thank you for allowing me to serve as your piano teacher and please let us know if you have any questions!

DSoP: December Announcements

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Hello! I hope you're enjoying the start to this holiday season. Here are a few announcements for Diaz School of Piano

In-Class Studio Recital: Next week (the week starting Tuesday, December 7, and ending Monday, December 13) is the last week of class for the 2021 Winter Semester. Students have been preparing for the studio recital these last several weeks. Studio Recitals will be during students' regularly scheduled class next week. Here are some details:

  • Students come to their regularly scheduled class this week

  • 10 minutes after the beginning of class, parents/family members can come into the performance area of the studio

  • Masks are required and physical distancing will be observed

  • Students can dress up if they'd prefer, but that is optional

  • Photos and video recording are allowed

  • Program order will be determined at class in the first 10 minutes

  • Students will play their pieces from memory

  • Please let me know if you have any questions, concerns, or need alternatives for next week

2022 Winter Semester: The 2022 Winter Semester begins Monday, January 10, and classes are now available for enrollment.  Enroll by December 31, 2021 and receive $50 off of tuition!  Here's how to enroll online:

  1. Visit us at diaz.school to see what classes are available. Click on the "Classes" tab to see brief summaries of each class.

  2. Pick the right class for you. Click on the "Enroll" tab to see the semester schedule and when each class is offered. Then click on the class that works best for you and fill in the information blocks.

  3. Ensure your spot. Click the "Pay Now" button to either pay the semester deposit, or the full semester tuition. You can also Venmo payment to: @DiazSchoolofPiano. Paying the deposit will ensure your spot for the semester. Fill in the Student's name, the class day and time, and you are all set for the first day of class!

  4. Don't know which class to enroll for, or you're a new student?  No problem!  Just let me know and we can set up the best way to find the best class for you.

Fall Semester Tuition Balance: Full Semester Tuition is due on or before Tuesday, December 7.  You can pay through the website drop down menu (www.diaz.school) via PayPal, or by check/cash. You can also Venmo payment to: @DiazSchoolofPiano. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding your balance.

As always, thank you for allowing me to serve as your piano teacher and please let me know if you have any questions!

Fall 2021 Enrollment Available Now!

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The 2021 Fall Semester begins Tuesday, September 7, and classes are now available for enrollment.  Enroll by August 31, 2021 and receive $50 off tuition!  Here's how to enroll online:

  1. See what classes are available. Click on the "Classes" tab to see brief summaries of each class.

  2. Pick the right class for you. Click on the "Enroll" tab to see the semester schedule and when each class is offered. Then click on the class that works best for you and fill in the information blocks.

  3. Ensure your spot. Click the "Pay Now" button to either pay the semester deposit, or the full semester tuition. You can also Venmo payment to: @DiazSchoolofPiano. Paying the deposit will ensure your spot for the semester. Fill in the Student's name, the class day and time, and you are all set for the first day of class!

Don't know which class to enroll for, or you're a new student?  No problem!  Just send your questions by contacting us, or book an appointment for your FREE 15-minute consultation to find the best class for you or your student in becoming a pianist for a lifetime at Diaz School of Piano!

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Summer Session Starts This Week!

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The 8-class Summer Session starts on Monday, June 14 and ends on Thursday, August 26. Classes are offered the weeks of:

  • June 14

  • June 21

  • July 12

  • July 19

  • July 26

  • August 2

  • August 9

  • August 23

If you’ve been wanting to “try out” Diaz School Piano, this shorter session is a great opportunity to check it out! Class options are available for both new and returning students, and you even have to option to create your own class during the Summer Session (contact Ben for more details). Tuition for the 8 classes is $250. Tuition can be prorated for classes you need to miss because of summer schedules and multi-student family discounts are available as well. Check out the class offerings at https://www.diaz.school/enroll to reserve your spot today. Classes begin this week!

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Spring Session Starts Next Week!

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The 5-week Spring Session starts on Monday, April 26 and ends on Thursday, May 27. If you’ve been wanting to “try out” Diaz School Piano, this shorter session is a great opportunity to check it out! Class options are available for both new and returning students, and you even have to option to create your own class during the Spring Session (contact Ben for more details). Tuition for the 5-week session is $150 per student, and multi-student family discounts are available as well. Check out the class offerings at https://www.diaz.school/enroll and reserve your spot today. Classes begin next week!

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Receive $50 off Tuition When You Enroll before January 1, 2021

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If you enroll for the 2021 Winter Semester before January 1, 2021 you will receive $50 off Semester tuition for each student you enroll. Simply select “1 Month $100.00 USD” option as your deposit amount when you enroll. Or, if you choose to pay the full amount, simply select the “$50 OFF Full Tuition” option.

The 2021 Winter Semester begins Monday, January 11.  Enroll today to secure your spot this semester.  Here's how to enroll online:

  1. See what classes are available. Click on the "Classes" tab to see brief summaries of each class.

  2. Pick the right class for you. Click on the "Enroll" tab to see the semester schedule and when each class is offered. Then click on the class that works best for you and fill in the information blocks.

  3. Ensure your spot. Click the "Pay Now" button to either pay the semester deposit, or the full semester tuition. Paying the deposit will ensure your spot for the semester. Fill in the Student's name, the class day and time, and you are all set for the semester!

Don't know which class to enroll for, or you're a new student?  No problem!  Just send your questions by contacting us, or book an appointment for your FREE 15-minute consultation to find the best class for you or your student!

In-Studio Health Precautionary Measures

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With in-person, in-studio group piano classes starting this week, here are some things to be aware of before you arrive:

1) Keep one another healthy and safe even before you arrive. By coming to your lesson, you are acknowledging that you have self-assessed your health and confirm that you:

  • are not experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms.

  • have not been in close contact with someone diagnosed with COVID-19 in the last 48 hours.

  • have not been directed by a health professional to self-quarantine.

2) Bring a mask. Wash your hands. Procedures for entering/exiting the studio:  

  • Students must sanitize/wash their hands before playing the keyboards.

  • Masks are required upon entering the studio, during group classes, and upon exiting the studio.

  • Group teachers and students will wear masks during the duration of their classes.

3) Run an errand or enjoy time in your car while waiting. Due to the gathering size regulation of 10 people indoors, parents will be asked to not wait in the waiting area during group classes.

4) Be ready for pick-up. Class periods are 50 minutes and there will be no “live” performance times at the end of each class. Students will be asked to wipe down their stations (where they are seated at least 6’ apart from one another) with disinfecting wipes at the completion of their class. Students will be brought to the waiting area when their class is complete.

Thank you for your cooperation and care in helping to keep one another healthy and safe!

Top 5 Questions for Fall 2020 Semester Piano Classes

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  1. Will Diaz School of Piano be open for Fall Semester 2020? Yes! Group Classes and Individual Lessons will begin starting Monday, September 14, 2020.

  2. Will you have in-person options available? Yes. Group classes will be offered at the piano studio and individual lessons will be available both at the piano studio as well as at students’ homes.

  3. Will you have online options available? Yes.

    • E-packets: downloadable electronic packets of music, worksheets, and assignments for students to work on each week.

    • Digital Feedback: Students can share video/audio recordings of their performances with their teacher and then receive feedback via email, video message, or audio message.

    • “First Notes” Videos: a 5-8 minute instructional video that includes an introduction to the piece, helpful practice tips for learning the music, and a teacher playing the piece.

    • Group Class Replays: Some group classes will be recorded and available for students to watch later in the week.

  4. What precautions will you take to help keep students healthy and safe? The health and safety of students and teachers are of highest priority. Here are a few precautions that we are using at the studio:

    • Hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes available in each room.

    • Each student has their own keyboard/workstation. Keyboards disinfected between each class and lesson.

    • Student wellness self-screen of symptoms prior to entering studio.

    • Class sizes of 8 or under with students at least 6’ apart.

    • Performance Time (the last 10 minutes of class where students share their music on the grand piano with classmates & family) will be temporarily discontinued.

    • Class sessions will be shorter (50 minutes, as opposed to 60 minutes) to account for Performance Time being temporarily discontinued. Students will have the opportunity to share their music via video or audio recording.

    • Face coverings worn during group class instruction.

  5. I’m interested in signing up for one of the options, what do I do next? Please send a message and let Mr. Ben know which option(s) you’re interested in! We are working this week on finalizing the schedule and procedures and the 2020 Fall Semester Schedule, Enrollment Registration, and updated Fee Schedule will be available on Tuesday, September 1.

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Review Week Lists for Each Class

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Hey, Everyone! Week 10 is Review Week, where all of your pieces and worksheets are listed from the first 10 weeks of piano. If you click on your class’ button below, you will see your review week form. Simply print out your review week list, follow the instructions, and enjoy reviewing this semester’s music! As always, please let me know if you have any questions.

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Updated Information About Piano Classes

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In compliance and support of the efforts in response of the impact of coronavirus/COVID-19, Diaz School of Piano studio will be closed until April 13, 2020 and no in-person classes or lessons will be taking place. We are still committed to you and/or your child's piano development during this season and will be finding creative ways to still engage with piano instruction and development through online engagement, video, email, and social media. Be sure to check the website blog (diaz.school/blog), your email, as well as the Diaz School of Piano Facebook page for current updates and creative ways to keep you engaged and connected in your piano learning. We want to help you and/or your student to continue to take steps to become a pianist for a lifetime in this unprecedented season.

Thank you for your understanding and, as always, please let us know if you have any questions.

Sincerely,

Ben Diaz, on behalf of Diaz School of Piano

DSoP Studio closed until April 13, 2020

DSoP Studio closed until April 13, 2020

A Message Regarding Group Piano Classes

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UPDATE: Diaz School of Piano studio will be closed until Monday, April 13, 2020 - all classes, help room, and lessons will not be held at the studio until that time.

Original Post: “At this time, Diaz School of Piano is planning on holding regularly scheduled classes. We are continuing to check updates and recommendations from the state of Michigan as outlined here: https://www.michigan.gov/coronavirus/0,9753,7-406-98163-521463--,00.html

Precautions we will continue to take include:

  • offering hand sanitizer in each room

  • promoting proper hand washing

  • offering disinfecting wipes for all piano stations

  • disinfecting piano stations (including headphones) between each class

  • urging those who are sick to remain at home

  • routinely cleaning frequently touched surfaces

As we continue to monitor updates and follow the issue as it evolves, we will do our best to continue to communicate updates regarding class schedules other pertinent information. “