Piano Violin Composition
Portland, ME
Study with Erica
Ready to return to music, tackle more advanced repertoire, or finally understand how chords work?
Dr. Erica Ball has extensive experience as a teacher working with adults and advanced young students helping them to transform their playing and understanding of music. She teaches piano, violin, and composition from her studio in Portland, ME.
For more information about Dr. Ball’s work as a composer, please visit ericajball.com
“Erica understands the right amount of encouragement and mentoring for my two very different elementary school age daughters. She is very professional and adept at both piano and violin. Her patience, tenacity and experience make her a phenomenal instructor!”
— Parent of two students
FAQs
Do you teach adults?
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Yes! The majority of my studio is adult students. Whether you are getting back into music, continuing a lifetime of playing, or interested in beginning an instrument - I would love to hear from you.
Do you teach beginners?
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Yes - adult beginners only.
After 15 years of teaching beginning piano and violin to kids, my teaching is now focused on advanced young students and adults. If you are looking to start your child’s musical journey I recommend contacting the Portland Conservatory of Music or 317 Main Community Music Center.
How do lessons work?
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Students can either have weekly lessons on a set day and time, or sign up for lessons as needed. Lessons as needed is recommended for adults who have irregular work schedules, or who frequently travel, otherwise regular weekly lessons are preferred. Erica teaches from her studio in Portland, ME, with remote lessons available for composition/music theory.
More information on lessons here!
How much do lessons cost?
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Tuition rates are subject to change from year to year. A limited number of financial aid scholarships are available via application for advanced young students.