Piano Program
Now Welcoming Students-All Levels
Program Overview
SAM Academy’s Piano Program offers individualized instruction focused on music literacy, technique development, and performance skills. Students learn in a supportive environment that encourages creativity, discipline, and confidence.
Hours: M-F | 2:00 PM — 7:00 PM (Class times based on instructor availability).
Lessons Offered: Piano
Lesson Length: 30 Minutes.
Cost: $35 per lesson.
Age Range: Preschool & up — tailored lessons are available for young children.
Beginning Piano
- Keyboard layout and finger numbers
- Proper posture and hand position
- Basic rhythm and note reading
- Simple melodies and coordination exercises
- Introduction to scales and hand independence
- Basic music theory concepts
- Foundations of healthy practice habits
Intermediate Piano
- Expanded scales and key signatures
- Chord progressions and harmony
- Improved hand independence and coordination
- Intermediate-level repertoire
- Dynamics, articulation, and expression
- Introduction to accompaniment patterns
- Ensemble and duet playing
Advanced Piano
- Advanced scales, arpeggios, and technique
- Complex rhythms and advanced repertoire
- Musical interpretation and phrasing
- Improvisation and stylistic studies
- Solo and ensemble performance preparation
- Audition and competition readiness
- Stage presence and performance confidence
Meet Our Instructors
Our teachers bring years of professional performance and teaching experience. Lessons are built around each student’s goals — whether that’s confidence on stage, school audition prep, or creative exploration.

Melinda Salcido
Advanced Instruction

Vanessa Lomeli
Beginning Instruction

Ben Garcia
Advanced Instruction

Matt Rivera
Beginning Instruction

Nestor Cerda
Beginning Instruction
Interested in joining one of our music programs?
Contact us today by filling out a general inquiry form.
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Located in downtown Sanger, SAM Academy is a 7,500-square-foot building that houses a Science Workshop, Art Studio, and Music Studio.
Have questions about our programs? We’d love to hear from you and help you get started.
750 N St. Sanger, CA 93657
(559) 399-3090
Monday - Friday | 2 PM - 7 PM
Info@cvsamacademy.org