Our Piano Curriculum

Music Literacy That Lasts a Lifetime
At Last Frontier Piano Studio, we use Piano Safari—a research-backed program that blends classical pedagogy with fun. Students learn to read, listen, and play with confidence, building true musical understanding.

In lessons, we incorporate scales and whole-body piano technique to ensure students develop a strong foundation in both technique and musicality

Why We Use Piano Safari

Parents often ask what makes this curriculum different. Here’s why it’s our top choice:

  1. Engaging & Fun – Animal-themed pieces keep kids excited while learning solid technique.

  2. Trusted Worldwide – Used by thousands of teachers and proven to work for over a decade.

  3. Research-Backed – Developed through years of study and refinement by leading educators.

  4. Fits Every Learner – Works for visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners alike.

  5. Sound Before Symbol – Students play and hear concepts before reading them, building strong musicianship.

  6. Faster Progress – Prepares students for classical repertoire earlier than most methods.

Two sheet music books titled 'Piano Safari' by Katherine Fisher and Julie Knerr, with one featuring a zebra artwork on the cover and the other a colorful pattern. The books focus on piano repertoire and technique and are labeled 'Level 1' and 'Level 2'.

What Your Child Will Learn

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    Musical Literacy

    Watch as your child learns to recognize patterns, melodies, and rhythms so they can read music fluently instead of simply memorizing songs.

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    Listening & Ear Training

    Your child will learn to play piano with and without sheet music. Through demonstration and rote learning, they'll start to understand sound, tone, and musicality.

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    Healthy Technique

    We build strong, healthy technique from the start, using proven methods to prevent bad habits and support confident playing.

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    Creativity & Composition

    Alongside reading and technique, your child will explore their own creative genius through exercises that teach them improvisation, theory, and self-confidence.

How We Grow With Your Child

Once your child completes the all three levels of Piano Safari, we transition into classical literature and a broader repertoire tailored to their interests and strengths.

This may include programs like RCM or leveled classical anthology collections such as the Keith Snell and Bastien Piano Literature series. We carefully consider your child's personality, comfort, and curiosity to ensure each next step feels natural, challenging, and rewarding.

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Kids’ Piano Lessons — Online & in Soldotna, AK

Give your child the gift of music! Start with a free consultation and see if our studio is the right fit.

They’ll:

  • Learn music as a language

  • Build discipline & problem-solving skills

  • Express themselves with confidence

  • Develop lifelong musical literacy

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