Children up to 12 years of age start with traditional piano lessons.

They learn basic music theory and will be given opportunities to develop creative skills in composition and playing by ear.

Older students learn basic note reading and also, based on their interests and the expectations of their parents, learn chords, playing by ear, composition and arranging.

The benefits of piano lessons for children are many. Some parents have an attitude that they'll let their child to take piano lessons only as long as they want to.

But piano lessons should be taken seriously and parents should realize that they are actually an investment in their child's education.

Being actively involved in your child's lessons will help guarantee that he or she gets the most benefits from the lessons. Click here for tips on parenting a piano student .