Students cannot be coerced into learning, but naturally & joyfully learn through play, exploration, and self-discovery in everything they do!

Beginners

Falling in love with piano

Intermediate

Growing at the keyboard

Advanced

Becoming a musician

A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE

Piano Lessons & Workshops

Individual lessons are weekly and crafted to each student's progress.
Piano workshops happen once a month and are for all students to come together
and perform their pieces in an informal gathering.
This unique experience is the backbone of the Cobb Piano Studio
​ and the reason for the success of the students. 

"The workshops have been such a wonderful piece of our education and performance readiness. My daughters are loving and appreciating music, and learning to discuss and evaluate music. There hasn't been a single time they haven't been excited to head to lessons or workshops."         Kathy, December 2022

Music Theory & Composition

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Music theory and composition classes now offered independently from keyboard classes.
​Fulfill a high school requirement for an independent study and learn the language of music. 

Adult students welcome!
Returning to what you enjoyed when you were young
​can be a wonderful and beneficial journey. 

In a world full of visual distractions and stress, give yourself the opportunity to create an inner solace. Listen - Create sounds that enrich you. Deepen your self-expression.
In challenging your technical skills, your mind grows with focussed engagement in something beautiful - Music!  

Lessons and Recitals

Weekly Lessons
45 min and 60 min

• Exciting New pieces
• Note Reading skills
• Keyboard Technique 
• Sight Reading 
• Theory
• Ear Training
• Performance Prep

2 Annual Recitals
June Celebration and Holiday Recital

• Solo Performances 
• Memorized Pieces
• Duets

Summer Time
Continued lessons

• 10 Busy Bee lessons
• Extra lessons available
• Special focussed study
  

T E S T I M O N I A L S

What has piano meant to you this year? (2025)

​"A lot!! Getting to know so many pieces is a pleasure. Sometimes I wish it would be easier, but I get so proud when I figure out how to play what used to be hard for me." 

Xitlali, current student, age 8  
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"Frustration and boredom, but also pride and joy."

Taj, student, age 11

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​"Piano is the first instrument I am learning. When I am playing I feel happy.
I love learning pieces.  Ms. Susan also helps me feel confident
when sometimes it feels difficult." 

Jeremiah, student, age 8

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"Piano has meant a lot to me this year. It's given me the opportunity to explore different musical genres and express myself musically. It's also helped me feel better and has been a source of comfort and enjoyment."

Phoebe, student, age 14

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Susan is an absolute joy and incredibly patient. I love the way she teaches piano and connects with each child on a personal level. I couldn’t ask for a better piano teacher. The skills and lessons my child is learning from her will last a lifetime. She’s become such an important part of my child’s story. I can’t recommend Susan enough, and learning piano has truly been one of the best decisions we’ve made. It’s a priceless skill that will benefit my child forever. 

​Luisa Noemii, Feb 2025

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What has piano meant to you this year? (2022)

​"Piano has meant hard but enjoyable work. I love the pieces I play and am truly blessed to have learned such a beautiful instrument. I am grateful to Ms. Susan for getting me to where I am today - Piano will be with me for the rest of my life." 

Nafisa, student 2018-2023
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"Piano brings expression in a new way to my life. It has meant stability, and a safe and fun environment to learn about music. Susan is an encouraging teacher, and always helps build you up during lessons. I am so thankful to have piano lessons."

Maya, student 2013-2023

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"My children, 11 and 14, have flourished with Susan van Wyk's teaching.
​They switched to Susan after practicing for four years with two different teachers. Susan quickly got them playing music that they enjoyed and that challenged them. Their growth this last year has been tremendous. What I most like about Susan's teaching, besides her ability to find music they enjoy playing, is that she teaches them how to be self motivated, engaged learners using methods that they can apply to every aspect of their education."   

Kirsten Murray, Oct 2020
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"Susan van Wyk of the Cobb Piano Studio is an amazing asset to Lake County. She is knowledgeable & passionate about her craft. She has an uncanny ability to connect with her students and takes such delight in their accomplishments. She inspires excitement about, not just learning to play the piano, but in learning to appreciate different genres of music. As her students' progress in their abilities, she encourages them to push beyond their comfort zone by giving them challenging musical pieces to master. She absolutely LOVES teaching piano & cherishes her students, keeping in contact with many of them even after they've completed their studies with her. Our family will forever be grateful to Susan for the unique gift and confidence that learning the piano has given our sons."

Renée Chastain, 2010-2019 
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--"Susan van Wyk has brought a tremendous depth of musical understanding to both my wife and my daughter. Her teaching approach is truly geared to each student’s individual needs. Learning to play the piano is one small part of what is accomplished with her. Music theory, technique, emotional intensity, and music history all come into play in her instruction. What a gift to have her studio in our little community. Thank you Susan for all you do for your students!" 

- David Leonard, Dec 2018
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"Great piano lessons from a pro! Susan is detailed, professional and has a deep passion for teaching."

- Natalie Smith, Nov 2016
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