Required
A piano or keyboard
Any keyboard with at least 61 keys and touch sensitivity will work for beginners. A full 88-key acoustic piano is ideal as your child progresses.
For parents
Everything your child needs to truly learn piano.
No commuting, no scheduling chaos, no wondering if it’s working. A structured program built by an expert teacher — available whenever your family is ready.
The process
Simple from day one. Powerful over time.
Four steps from quiz to playing real music — no setup headaches, no guesswork.
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Take the quiz
A free placement quiz matches your child to exactly the right starting level — no assumptions, no overwhelm.
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Choose a plan
Monthly or annual access — flexible, affordable, and easy to pause or cancel at any time. No hidden fees.
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Follow the lessons
Structured video lessons, interactive quizzes, and guided practice — in the right order, at your own pace.
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Watch them grow
Track progress, see quiz scores, and watch your child move through levels with growing confidence and technique.
The curriculum
What your child will actually learn.
Not just scales and songs — a full musical education that builds understanding from the ground up.
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Proper technique
Hand position, posture, finger independence, and touch — built correctly from the very first lesson so there’s nothing to unlearn later.
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Music reading
How to read both treble and bass clef, understand rhythm, time signatures, and dynamics — so your child can pick up any piece of music and begin.
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Music theory
The why behind the notes — scales, intervals, key signatures, and structure — woven naturally into lessons rather than taught as dry facts.
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Expression & musicality
Children learn to play with feeling, shape phrases with intention, and communicate through music — not just reproduce notes.
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Exam readiness (optional)
The curriculum is aligned to ABRSM standards. Students who wish to take exams are fully prepared — with a 100% historical pass rate.
Getting started
What you need — and what you don’t.
Starting is simpler than you think. Here’s a plain-language breakdown of what’s actually required.
Required
A device & internet
Any tablet, laptop, or desktop works. Lessons are streamed — no downloads or installs. A stable internet connection is all you need.
Required
Faber Adventures books
Depending on your child’s level, you will need to purchase the corresponding Faber Adventures piano book. We are a serious classical teaching studio — printed notation and the theory exercises in the books are a core part of the curriculum.
Not required
Travel or commuting
Every lesson is available on-demand, from home. No driving to a studio, no fixed weekly slot, no rescheduling headaches.
Not required
Prior music knowledge
The MFPA course starts from absolute zero. Your child doesn’t need to know a single note. Complete beginners are welcomed and expected.
Not required
A big time commitment
15–20 minutes of focused daily practice is enough to see consistent progress. Short, regular sessions outperform occasional long ones every time.
Required materials
Your child will need the Faber Adventures piano book.
We use the Nancy Faber Piano Adventures series as the core printed curriculum. Depending on your child’s level, you’ll need to purchase the corresponding book — your placement result will tell you exactly which one.
The books contain printed notation and theory exercises that are a central part of how we teach. Reading real notes on paper — not just a screen — is how serious classical piano students are trained. This is not optional, and it is the same requirement every qualified private piano teacher will give you.
These books are available on Amazon and in music shops. Depending on your child’s level, they will need between 2 and 6 books across the full curriculum — not all at once, just the one for their current level to start.
How this compares
Private 1-on-1 lessons
- $160–$280/month (once a week at $40–$70/lesson)
- Teacher still requires you to buy the same books
- Fixed weekly slot — miss it, lose it
- No progress tracking or replays
- Quality varies by teacher
Gima’s Piano
Gima’s Piano + Faber books
- Monthly subscription + books as you progress
- Same books, fraction of the monthly cost
- Learn on your schedule, replay anytime
- Progress tracking built in
- Designed by a 20+ year ABRSM teacher
The track record
Results you can point to — not promises.
Every number here is earned, not estimated. Over 25 years of real students and real exams.
- 100%
- ABRSM exam pass rateEvery student, every exam session, over 25 years
- 1000+
- Students taughtFrom ages 4 to 18, beginner through Grade 2
- 20+
- Years of experienceStudio teaching refined over 25 years
What parents say
“My 6-year-old now asks to practice before dinner. That has never happened with anything else we’ve tried.”
“We tried two other apps before this one. The difference is that Gima’s actually teaches — it doesn’t just entertain.”
“My daughter passed her ABRSM Grade 1 exam with distinction. I credit this program entirely.”
Parent questions
Everything you’re probably wondering.
Children can begin as early as 4–5 years old. The MFPA course is designed specifically for young beginners — it uses games, songs, and guided discovery to introduce piano in a way that feels natural, not overwhelming.
Yes — a piano or a basic keyboard is essential for practice. Even an entry-level keyboard with 61 keys is enough to start. The important thing is that your child can practice what they learn between lessons.
Each video lesson is 10–20 minutes long. We recommend practicing 4–5 times per week for 15–20 minutes per session. Shorter, consistent sessions are far more effective than one long weekly burst.
Progress is built into the platform — each course is divided into clear lessons and quizzes. You'll be able to see which lessons your child has completed, how they scored on quizzes, and when they're ready to move to the next level. See the signs your child is improving at piano →
ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) exams are the world's most respected piano grading system. Taking an exam is completely optional — many families enjoy the structured preparation, but others are happy to learn for the love of it. Either path works.
For many families, yes — especially for younger students building foundations. The courses are structured, guided, and paced in a way that mirrors private tuition. Some families use it alongside occasional private lessons; others use it as their primary music education.
You can pause, change courses, or cancel anytime — no questions, no penalties. We'd rather a child take a break and come back than feel locked in.
Ready to begin?
Find your child’s perfect starting level.
Our free placement quiz does the hard part — matching your child to exactly the right course.
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