Award Winning Online Piano Lessons For Kids

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My children adore Mr. Hoffman and they love when I say, “Time to practice piano!” Mr. Hoffman is the `Mr. Rogers` for today’s generation! He knows how to communicate and connect with children to teach valuable music theory. The content and games on the website are very professional and are well worth the price for the premium account. I had been paying more than 4x the amount for private lessons for 3 children and they dreaded going to lessons and practicing. With Mr. Hoffman guiding and encouraging them they are excited to practice piano again!
Hoffman Academy has been a gift to my family! As a large family, the cost of private lessons is no small thing, & the time spent ferrying my kids around to various activities could become a full time job if I let it. Hoffman Academy has made it possible for my children to begin learning piano in a way that is doable for my calendar & my wallet. I have three daughters currently working through lessons at various levels & it gives me such joy to hear them gaining a skill that will be rewarding throughout their lives!

How it Works

Learn

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Learn a new song or concept using our series of over 234 video lessons.

Designed with the absolute beginner in mind, our lessons will guide you step-by-step through everything you need to know to become a pianist. You’ll learn songs ranging from classical to movie hits. In the lessons, Mr. Hoffman emphasizes core musicianship skills like hand shape, staff reading, and music theory.

Practice

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Master each new song and skill using our curated list of practice tasks.

Following each video lesson, we provide personalized practice instructions to help you know exactly what to work on before going on to the next lesson. Practice tasks will help you drill new skills as well as review and expand on previously learned skills.

Print & Audio

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Print sheet music and worksheets, and stream play-along audio.

Take your learning to an even deeper level with our sheet music and music theory worksheets which reinforce the learning in each lesson. Stream our professionally recorded audio tracks for listening and playing along with to give you the feeling of jamming with a real band or orchestra.

Games

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Earn points and train your skills using our interactive learning games.

As you play, you’ll level up in four categories of musical development: staff reading, rhythm, music theory, and ear training. Who said learning music couldn’t be incredibly, addictively fun?

A Complete Music Education

The Hoffman Method offers the most complete foundation in music you can find online. With the Hoffman Method, you’ll become an empowered musician who can play, read and understand music.

The Hoffman Method is a kid-friendly, pedagogically sound and comprehensive piano method that encourages and inspires students to learn about music, play the piano, and have fun!”
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Susan Chan, D.M.
Portland State University
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The Hoffman Method offers the most complete foundation in music you can find online. With the Hoffman Method, you’ll become an empowered musician who can play, read and understand music.

The Hoffman Method is a kid-friendly, pedagogically sound and comprehensive piano method that encourages and inspires students to learn about music, play the piano, and have fun!
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Susan Chan, D.M.
Portland State University

Save Money

We designed Hoffman Academy with real families in mind: families on a budget, families who want the very best opportunities for their kids. At Hoffman Academy, we are passionate about bringing quality music education to EVERYONE who wants it. That’s why our basic plan is FREE and our Premium plan is just $18/month.

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We designed Hoffman Academy with real families in mind: families on a budget, families who want the very best opportunities for their kids. At Hoffman Academy, we are passionate about bringing quality music education to EVERYONE who wants it. That’s why our basic plan is FREE and our Premium plan is just $15/month.

Learn more about pricing

All You Need is a Piano

If you don’t have a piano (a keyboard works too), read our “Guide to Choosing a Piano or Keyboard.” In our humble opinion, this could be one of the best investments you ever make.

Guide to Choosing a Piano or Keyboard
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If you don’t have a piano (a keyboard works too), read our “Guide to Choosing a Piano or Keyboard.” In our humble opinion, this could be one of the best investments you ever make.

Guide to Choosing a Piano or Keyboard
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Hoffman Academy Premium

Unlock these Premium-only perks for $18/month

Games

Deep mastery requires repetition. We make it fun with games!

Practice Sessions

Mr. Hoffman tells your child exactly what to practice so you don’t have to.

Printables

Learn to read notes and rhythms with 355 pages of sheet music and worksheets.

Listening Tracks

Develop rhythmic sense and musical artistry by listening to real pro musicians.

Practice Tracks

Feel like a rock star when you play along with our 55 jazzy backing tracks.

Learn Your First Song

What do you have to lose?

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Don’t just take our word. Let’s hear from the experts.

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“This is no watered-down program. Mr. Hoffman has a master’s degree in music, has studied early childhood education, and for years taught his very own Hoffman Academy of Music. My kids love him because of his sense of humor, gentle, relevant teaching method and simple games that engage them.”
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“As a young child, I took a handful of piano lessons, but my mom says I threw such a fit about practicing that she pulled me out and ended my piano career. I’ve always regretted not sticking with it. Mr. Hoffman’s lessons have allowed me to quietly learn along-side my kids. Maybe you really can ‘teach an old dog new tricks.’”
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“My son, Moses (7 years old), loves learning under the instruction of Mr. Hoffman! I have been so impressed by Mr. Hoffman’s systematic approach. My son and I feel like we know him personally through the weeks of lessons he has had thus far through the online video instruction. Thanks for being a blessing! If it were not for what Mr. Hoffman offers, my son would not have had this head start in his appreciation and development of skill in piano.”
Victoria Fisher
“Fun and engaging piano lessons from the world’s most awesome piano teacher. A thorough method that teaches not only notes and songs, but a full understanding of music theory which empowers children and makes them want to play and learn. The piano is becoming like a magnet in our house, we do lessons daily and often my son plays a song or two even before going to school in the morning!”
Chris Den Hartogh
“We love Hoffman Academy! My son, at 9 years old, wanted to learn piano for his homeschool lessons. When I told him about Hoffman Academy,he was excited to have video lessons that were easy to follow and funny! This has been such a wonderful addition to his learning, and we plan to have our 6-year-old start this year as well. Thank you for this wonderful academy!”
Amanda Peterson
“I have always wanted to learn to play the piano. My aunt gave me her piano a couple of weeks ago and 2 days later I found Hoffman Academy and started your lessons. So now I’m a week and a half in and REALLY enjoying it! At the age of 40 something(... lol) and not knowing how to read music very well, the methods are so easy to learn I’m having a blast! I have started unit 2 already. Thank you so much for everything!”
Richard Meier

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