Expert piano lessons near Berkeley
You can realize your musical dreams with the right guidance!
“I gained enough confidence studying with Rebecca that I auditioned and was accepted as a performing member of the Berkeley Piano Club” Phyllis Plotkin
Overcome frustrating limitations
Do you feel sometimes like you are banging your head against a brick wall? With the right information you can get great results at the piano.
Get there faster with less effort
Working smarter will get you where you want to be. Let me give you actionable, specific feedback and transformative practice strategies.
“Rebecca carefully lays out a map for practicing, including close attention to fingering, of which she is a master. As a result, I am able to learn complex music much more quickly by breaking my practice time into small tasks of mastery.” Wendy B.
Follow your own path
No Hanon because it’s good for you, no required pieces to improve your mind. You’re an adult. Play what you want to play. Or let me suggest some great repertoire that you might not be familiar with.
“I have worked for varying periods with about eight different piano teachers, all of them good in their way, but none of them made me feel as comfortable as Rebecca does. She is completely non-judgmental, and creates a very safe place from which to explore the music and follow your path as a pianist.” Doug Herring
Enjoy the journey!
“I can’t say enough good things about Rebecca. Not only is she an accomplished player herself, but a very experienced and effective teacher. Her knowledge of the repertoire, styles of playing, performance, and a healthy effortless ergonomic technique are extensive. The icing on the cake is she has a warm and friendly personality and a great sense of humor. I always greatly enjoy my lessons on all levels.” Joe Mumm, piano teacher, member MTAC
Berkeley piano lessons for adults
My studio is located near El Cerrito Plaza and I currently accept students 18 and over. Click here for policies and fees. I also offer online lessons.
“Rebecca Bogart is a Godsend of a piano teacher! Two years into my four-year course of study toward a music degree at California State University, East Bay having come late in life to music, and feeling overwhelmed and struggling daily for every note, I was referred to Rebecca by a faculty member at CSUEB. Under her expert guidance, not only was I was able to finish my degree with confidence, I also learned skills that would enable me to teach both children and adults. She truly is a teacher of teachers.” Victoria Shirley, piano teacher
Student Success Stories!
Congratulations to Jeff Li, First Prize and Baroque Prize at the 12th Boston International Piano Competition! You can see recordings of the entire competition here.
