ONLINE WESTERN CLASSICAL PIANO LESSONS
EXCLUSIVE ONE-ON-ONE PIANO TRAINING FOR STUDENTS WORLDWIDE
LEARN FROM TRINITY & ABRSM CERTIFIED PIANO TEACHERS
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India’s Premier Online Academy for Western Classical Piano Lessons
Encore Piano Academy provides structured Western classical piano training to dedicated students across the globe. Our internationally certified faculty guide students through disciplined one-on-one lessons built around the Trinity and ABRSM examination systems, delivering a focused learning experience from the comfort of home.
UNCOMPROMISING QUALITY, ACCESSIBLE ANYWHERE
For serious students, the right mentor is the most important factor in musical development. With Encore Piano Academy, geography is no longer a limitation. Our Trinity and ABRSM certified educators provide rigorous one-on-one instruction designed to develop strong technique, musical understanding, and artistic expression.
Encore Piano Academy provides online Western classical piano lessons for students across North America, Europe, Australia, the Middle East and India.
WHY PARENTS & STUDENTS CHOOSE ENCORE
• Education Beyond the Exam: While we thoroughly prepare students for Trinity and ABRSM piano examinations, our goal is to develop well rounded musicians capable of confident performance, creative expression, and lifelong musical growth.
• The 80/20 Repertoire Approach: Students build a strong technical foundation through an 80 percent focus on Western Classical repertoire, complemented by 20 percent student chosen music to keep learning engaging and inspiring.
• Purpose Built Online Pedagogy: Our curriculum is not simply a traditional classroom moved online. It is a dynamic teaching framework specifically designed for effective, high quality online piano learning.
Our curriculum is meticulously crafted to train students in the four pillars essential for creating well-rounded musicians, as outlined below:
Performance & Technique
Develop technical control, accuracy, musical interpretation, and confident stage presence through carefully selected repertoire.
Theory
Build strong music literacy through notation, harmony, rhythm, and musical analysis while understanding the historical context of the repertoire.
Practical Musicianship
Develop sight reading, aural skills, stylistic awareness, and creative abilities such as improvisation and arranging.
Practise & Feedback
Learn effective practice strategies and receive detailed feedback from teachers to accelerate musical progress.
PREPARE FOR TRINITY AND ABRSM PIANO EXAMINATIONS
Encore Piano Academy prepares students for internationally recognised piano examinations conducted by Trinity College London and ABRSM. Our curriculum aligns with the learning objectives of these prestigious exam boards, providing structured preparation for both practical and music theory assessments.
These certifications provide students with globally recognised qualifications and a clear pathway for long term musical and general academic development.
Encore students across Grades 1 to 8 have maintained a 100 percent pass rate in Trinity and ABRSM piano examinations, with most achieving Merit and Distinction results.
MEET THE FOUNDER & DIRECTOR
Siddharth Kumar is a Western Classical piano teacher based in Chennai, India, with nearly two decades of experience in music education and the Founder & Director of Encore Piano Academy. He holds dual certifications in Piano and Guitar, including the ATCL (Associate of Trinity College London) Diploma in Piano and Grade 8 in Rock and Pop Guitar.
His vision is to make the rich tradition of Western Classical music more accessible to students and help them experience the artistic and personal value it brings to their lives.
His musical journey began in 2006 when he first picked up the guitar to learn his favourite rock songs. During his college years he actively performed with bands and won several inter college music competitions. Over time, he also developed a deep appreciation for Western Classical music, which eventually became a central focus of his musical pursuits.
After completing his MBA and working for eight years in the corporate sector, Siddharth chose to pursue music full time and founded Encore Piano Academy to provide structured Western Classical piano education. He has also written a column titled “Great Composers” for the online publication Pen News, where he profiled nearly 40 influential composers spanning four centuries of Western Classical music.
Outside of music education, he is also an international award winning photographer.
MEET OUR FACULTY
Encore Piano Academy maintains a small, carefully selected team of piano educators. Each teacher is admitted through a rigorous selection process to ensure the highest standards of teaching and musicianship.
LESSON FEES
Our fees are tailored based on a few key factors to ensure a fair and customised experience for every student:
Student Level (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)
The student’s level determines the depth of instruction required. Intermediate and advanced students typically require more specialised guidance and repertoire planning.
Class Timing (Regular vs. Overtime Slots)
Classes scheduled outside our standard hours (early mornings, late evenings) are priced differently to fairly compensate teachers for working beyond regular hours.
Currency of Payment (INR vs. Foreign Currency)
Fees paid in Indian Rupee are subject to GST as per Indian tax laws. International payments in foreign currency are GST-exempt, which impacts the final fee amount.
For a personalised fee quote based on your piano level and time zone, please contact us and we will be happy to assist you.
INSIDE YOUR ENCORE PIANO EXPERIENCE
At Encore Piano Academy, your tuition is more than just the cost of lessons. It is an investment in a comprehensive, structured, and premium music education experience. Here’s what every student receives as part of their enrolment:
4 x 60-Minute One-on-One Sessions Every Month
Led by qualified Encore teachers, each session maintains a healthy balance of performance, technique, theory, and general musicianship, tailored to the student’s level and goals.
Post-Class Written Update
Teachers provide a written class summary after each session, clearly outlining what to focus on during practice so that both students and parents stay in sync.- Exam Coaching – Practical & Theory
Students preparing for exams receive mock theory tests. Performance preparation for practical piano examinations includes detailed musical feedback from the Founder to ensure students perform with confidence and artistic understanding. 
Quarterly Progress Reports
Every three months, students receive a detailed feedback report covering key areas of musical development crafted by the teacher and reviewed by the Founder for added insight and continuity.
Performance Opportunities
All students are invited to participate in biannual online recitals, helping build stage confidence and a sense of community.
Classical Music Appreciation Mailers
Every week, students receive curated resources to enhance their understanding of classical music, broaden their listening skills, and deepen their musical instincts.
OUR STUDENT ADMISSION PROCESS
At Encore Piano Academy, every student begins with a thoughtful introduction to our programme. Our admission process helps parents understand our teaching approach and ensures that each student is placed in the right learning environment.
Register for a Callback
Submit your details via our website form or WhatsApp. We will contact you to schedule a short introductory call.Pre-Consultation Phone Call (5 mins)
A quick conversation to understand your goals, preferences, and availability.Parent Video Consultation Session with the Founder (45 mins)
A detailed discussion with the Founder to explore your child’s interests and take you through our programme, curriculum and policies.Slot Availability Check
Based on the consultation, we align your preferred schedule with our available slots. If your requested timing is unavailable, we will add you to our wait list and notify you as soon as a suitable slot becomes available.Student Trial Session (30 mins)
If a suitable slot is available, we arrange a one-on-one demo session with the teacher to experience our teaching approach firsthand.Admission & Onboarding
Upon confirmation, your child’s learning journey begins with the dedicated teacher.
Call/WhatsApp us to schedule a FREE online Consultation & Demo Class
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes! Not only can piano be taught online but all major music exam boards worldwide have also embraced online music exams as a permanent offering so that students anywhere in the world can attend exams online and get certified.
80% focus will be on Western classical & 20% focus will be on other Western music genres.
Each class will be for 60 mins and there will be 4 classes per month.
The class timing will be decided based on a mutually convenient time for both the student and the teacher as all sessions are one-on-one sessions.
More than 80% of our students are learning from overseas countries so we do have provision for late night / early morning sessions to accommodate different time zones. Please note that classes scheduled during these timings will follow a different fee structure.
Online classes will be conducted through the Zoom app.
The minimum starting age is 6 years at Encore.
Encore only offers a piano programme. A piano curriculum is superior to a keyboard curriculum as it provides a more comprehensive and tactile learning experience, allowing students to develop proper hand technique, finger strength, and touch sensitivity that are crucial for nuanced musical expression. Additionally, the piano’s larger and weighted keys offer a more realistic emulation of the acoustic instrument, fostering a deeper understanding of musical dynamics and enhancing overall musicianship.
Yes, learning an instrument requires regular practice at home due to which you will need to have your own instrument. Please visit the Prerequisites page to read about the instrument requirements.
