Preparation for Certificate of Merit ​State Exam and National Piano Guild Audition

I believe that everyone has the potential to experience the joy and satisfaction of learning piano. My piano lesons are designed to help you unlock your musical potential and enrich your life through the power of music.
I have combined my experience as a classical musician, band performer, composer and music teacher to create my own proved method of teaching that simplifies the learning process, making it enjoyable, fun and educational.

​Serving San Diego, including La Mesa,  El Cajon,Spring Valley, Lakeside, Santee, Lemon Grove, Tierrasanta, San Carlos, Del Cerro

I love helping adults obtain a high level of proficiency at the piano. Playing the piano can have many benefits for adults. It can help improve your memory, increase your focus, and boost your creativity. In addition, learning to play the piano can also provide a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment.

The Music Lessons Studio offers lessons for all ages.

Adult Piano Lessons

As my student, you will learn to play various styles of music including Classical, Jazz, Blues, Rock, Pop, and will be instructed in a variety of technical studies for the development of strength and dexterity, along with the fundamentals of music theory, sight reading and ear training. You will learn to play modern pop and rock piano songs, build improvisational skills and do your own arranging and songwriting.

Piano lessons are a great way to improve your child’s cognitive skills. Studies have shown that children who take piano lessons score higher on standardized tests and achieve better grades in school. In addition, they also develop discipline, focus and creativity.By learning to play the piano, your child will have a skill that they can use for the rest of their life. It’s a valuable asset that will help them in any field they choose to pursue.

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Experience the Joy of Piano by Paul Burd

The Music Lessons Studio ​Popular Music Festival 

hosted by Music Teacher Association of California 

Music instruction is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself or your child. I want to help​ you achieve your goals as a piano player and I have started my studio with the vision of creating high-quality piano lessons that inspire people to learn and share the gift of music.

My passion for teaching music is grounded in technique and understanding of musical style and structure, while aiming that each student develops a love of music and reaches their full potential, so becoming a richer person from studying the art of music-making.​

"My 2 kids (ages 7 and 9) are taking piano lessons from Paul Burd. We switched from another piano teacher about 6 months ago and the difference in both of my childrens' ability is substantial. I am simply amazed at what my kids can do on the piano with Paul as our piano teacher. Paul Burd is an excellent piano teacher. I recommend Paul Burd to anyone who wants to learn or improve their skill on the piano."        Daymon V.  

Lessons online has proven to be equally as effective as in-person lessons for children and adults alike. There is no real difference, it is just another means of "meeting up". Now I have many online students who live in different cities around the world who solely have their lessons online. Find out more...

THE MUSIC LESSONS STUDIO​

Music grows new connections in the brain. Because of the way our two hands are used, playing the piano develops these connections better than any other instrument. Piano study improves math skills, coordination, and multi-level thinking. Students slowly develop independence of the hands, and the ability for each hand to perform a completely different action in coordinated unison. Studies show music lessons help develop concentration, coordination and self-discipline. Music lessons improve test scores, cognitive development, math and reading abilities, self-esteem. ​​

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Piano Lessons​

Member of American College of Musicians and National Guild of Piano Teachers
Member of the Music Teachers' Association of California

Preparation for Certificate of Merit ​State Exam 2025

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From Parents

​​"My daughter Zoe (age 9) has been Paul Burd’s student for three years. She has made tremendous progress under his instruction, often impressing friends and family with her playing. Mr.Burd is a fantastic musician who demands and expects his students to excel. As a piano student as a child, I've been surprised to find out just how much my teacher did not know! I would highly recommend Mr. Burd for piano lessons."     Eric. B

Classical - Blues - Jazz - Pop - Rock

Benefits of Music Lessons

Piano Lessons For children and Adults

Welcome to my Piano Lessons Studio!

Which age would online piano lessons be suitable for? 

Online learning does not work very well with very young children because they find it harder to focus and really need a three-dimensional reality; relying on receiving information via a fairly small screen embedded in their home is not the most functional solution for the youngest. But It normally does work very well with children from the age of approximately 7 years as well as teenagers and adults.

Unique custom plan for each student

Each lesson is both fun and enriching

Lessons​ tailored to individual skill level​    Technical and Musical Development              Classical, ​Blues, Jazz, Rag, Pop, Rock            

​​Taking music lessons as an adult. When you listen to music, multiple areas of your brain become engaged and active. But when you actually play an instrument, that activity becomes more like a full-body brain workout.  Music making makes adults healthier. There are significant decreases in anxiety, depression, and loneliness following music lessons. These are factors that are critical in coping with stress, stimulating the immune system, and in improved health. So, if you have been thinking of taking up piano or any musical activity after all these years… it looks like it’s a great idea!

Kids Piano Lessons

Sight-reading, repertoire, ear training

Knowledge of fundamental music theory

Do your own arranging and songwriting

Build improvisational skills

Play your favorite songs    ​

Online Piano Lessons