Piano lessons with Theresa Lin in her home studio near Redmond Ridge. She holds a master’s degree from the University of Toronto and the ARCT diploma, and in over thirty years of teaching she has taken students through every RCM level — and met beginners exactly where they are.
Theresa has a Bachelor of Music in Performance and a Master of Music in Collaborative Piano, both from the University of Toronto, where she studied with Patricia Parr. She also earned her ARCT Performance Diploma from the Royal Conservatory of Music at sixteen. That training shapes every lesson: good technique, careful listening, and playing real music well.
Theresa has taught for over thirty years, in Toronto, Waterloo, and now here on the Eastside. She meets each student where they are. Some want a classical path with RCM exams, others want chords and the songs they love, and many do some of both. Her hope is that every child enjoys music and finds their own way to express themselves.
"Warm and encouraging, with high standards. Theresa believes every student can do far more than they think, and her job is to help them find that out."
Member of the Music Teachers National Association and the Washington State Music Teachers Association, and of its Lake Washington and Eastside chapters.
Whether your child wants to play classical music well or play favorite songs by ear, lessons are built around their goals.
Step-by-step progress through the Royal Conservatory of Music levels, building solid technique, careful listening, and real classical pieces.
Recommended: 45 min (or 30 min for early starters)
For students who want to play without exam pressure: chord charts, lead sheets, worship songs, pop melodies, and learning to play by ear.
From note reading and rhythm games for beginners up to Level 8 Theory and Harmony for high schoolers.
Twice a year, students play for each other and their families in a friendly setting, and build confidence.
Private weekly lessons, matched to each student's age and where they are now.
Young Beginners & Early Chord Starters
For younger students, usually 6 and up depending on readiness. We build a relaxed hand shape, confident note reading, and a steady beat.
Recommended for Contemporary & RCM 1–6
A good length for students moving ahead in classical technique or focusing on Contemporary & Chord Studies, with time for chords, lead sheets, accompanying, and ear work.
Serious Students, Exams & Diplomas
Focused coaching for dedicated older students and adults. Deeper work on sonatas and études, beautiful tone, diploma preparation, or advanced chord arrangements.
Theresa teaches adults too. Some played as children and want to come back to it. Some are starting for the first time. Others want to play at church, accompany family singing, or finally learn the songs they have always loved.
Lessons are built around your goals and paced for a grown-up life, with the same care and the same standards. Weekday afternoons are usually the easiest times to find, which suits anyone with a flexible schedule.
“She truly is an inspirational teacher and I would strongly recommend her to others.”
“I still enjoy playing the piano for events — this is all thanks to Theresa's joyful piano teaching style.”
“Theresa has provided me with knowledge of piano playing that I couldn't receive elsewhere. She has always been patient and encouraging, and I look forward to every lesson because of this.”
In Theresa's private home studio near Redmond Ridge and Trilogy. She shares the address by email once a first lesson is booked.
Weekday afternoons, and Saturday mornings and afternoons. Theresa will confirm exact times when you get in touch.
Readiness matters more than age. A student who can focus for a whole lesson, take feedback and try again, and work on their own between lessons is ready. For most children that is around six, sometimes a little younger.
Get in touch and tell Theresa what you are seeing. She is glad to consider younger children who are genuinely ready, and every student starts with a conversation anyway.
Yes. Adults are welcome whether you are returning to the piano, starting fresh, or learning to play at church or for your family.
Yes. Theresa holds the ARCT diploma herself and has taken students through every level of the RCM framework. Exam preparation is part of regular lessons, not a separate add-on.
Yes. Chord theory, voicing, lead sheets and ear training are taught as a proper track, with the same technique underneath. Students can take this on its own or alongside classical study.
Your weekly time is reserved for your student, so it is held whether or not you attend. Theresa offers make-up lessons when she is able to.
Tuition is a flat monthly amount with no registration, recital or studio fees. The only other cost is books. Theresa will go over current rates when you get in touch.
Tuition is paid by Zelle, bank transfer through an emailed invoice, or personal check from the student’s parent or the student, in the billed amount. The studio does not accept payments from third parties, and never refunds, forwards or sends money on anyone’s behalf.
Send a note through the form below, or email Theresa. The first lesson is free and is simply a chance for her and your child to get to know each other.
Fallbrooke Piano Academy is a private home studio near Redmond Ridge and Trilogy. Lessons are on weekday afternoons and Saturday mornings and afternoons. New students are welcome. Families come from:
Redmond Ridge • Trilogy at Redmond Ridge (adult lessons) • Woodinville • Duvall
Your first lesson is free. It's a relaxed time for Theresa and your child to get to know each other and talk about goals. Tell us a little about your family and we'll find a time.
