I have a Bachelor of Music degree in Piano Performance from San Jose State University and a Master of Music degree in Composition from the University of Michigan. I completed the Certified Level of Excellence in Piano Teaching from Piano Teacher Institute with Joy Morin in 2019. I completed Foundational Piano Pedagogy, The Intermediate Course: Continuing Pianistic Growth and Development through the Frances Clark Center for Keyboard Pedagogy, and Piano Safari Friends and Piano Safari Level 1 courses through the Piano Safari Pedagogy Institute in 2023. I served as a preliminary adjudicator for the 34th Annual Celia Mendez Young Pianists Beethoven Competition in 2020. In addition to piano lessons, I offer instruction in sight-reading, aural skills, theory and composition.

Member of Music Teachers National Association (MTNA),

California Association of Professional Music Teachers (CAPMT), CAPMT Santa Clara Valley Chapter,

American College of Musicians/National Guild of Piano Teachers, American Beethoven Society,

Registered Piano Safari Instructor.

"Music is a great jewel. It adds joy and sparkle to life and I find it

deeply rewarding to facilitate students' discovery of its shimmering riches."

Karin Swanson

Karin swanson

I provide private piano lessons to students of all ages and abilities. Classically trained, my teaching encompasses a solid understanding of proper technique, beautiful tone production, expressive, imaginative playing, and reading music. These essential fundamental skills develop proficiency, agility, versatility and confidence, contributing to the successful performance of the abundant keyboard repertoire spanning a variety of musical styles. Alongside many years of experience in effectively sharing my musical knowledge, I create a positive and nurturing learning environment with an enthusiastic, patient and encouraging approach. My commitment to understanding students' goals, learning styles and musical preferences ensures they will feel motivated to learn to play the piano and take pride in their accomplishments.