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♪ Tampa's Premier Piano Academy Since 2011

# Piano Lessons for
Students of All Ages

"I teach children so that I can learn from them." — Dr. J. Jain

Led by Carnegie Hall performer Dr. Judith Jain, NTPPA brings world-class, concept-based piano instruction to New Tampa — for every age, level, and goal.

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All faculty hold Master's or Doctorate degrees
Private + group lessons for ages 3 through adult
Authorized Yamaha School · RCM Exam Centre
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11+
Years Serving Tampa
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Expert Faculty
100%
M.M. / D.M.A. Degrees
2×
Yearly Recitals
About NTPPA

## Why Choose New Tampa PPA?

Tailored, concept-based, graded curriculum delivered by faculty with graduate degrees in piano.

### Concept-Based Learning

Students truly understand the music they play — not just memorise it — through NTPPA's structured pedagogy.

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### Qualified Faculty

Every instructor holds a Master's or Doctorate degree and implements NTPPA's research-based teaching philosophy.

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### Specialty Programs

Students are placed in the program that best suits their age and needs — from preschool to adult.

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### Performance Focus

Biannual recitals, RCM examinations, and competitions build real-world confidence and excellence.

Performances
Authorized Yamaha School
Royal Conservatory Exam Centre
All Faculty Hold Advanced Degrees
Concept-Based Curriculum
Grand Piano Private Lessons
Clavinova Piano Laboratory
Carnegie Hall Alumni
11+ Years Excellence
Authorized Yamaha School
Royal Conservatory Exam Centre
All Faculty Hold Advanced Degrees
Concept-Based Curriculum
Grand Piano Private Lessons
Clavinova Piano Laboratory
Carnegie Hall Alumni
11+ Years Excellence
Our Programs

## A Program for Every Pianist

Structured, progressive curricula for every age and ability — taught by credentialed experts on premium instruments.

Ages 3–6

### Piano & Music Preparatory

Play-based music discovery for young learners — building rhythm, pitch, and early technique in a joyful group setting with no pressure for formal daily practice.

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Grades 1–12

### Piano Core Program

The heart of NTPPA — weekly private lessons combined with biweekly group classes covering theory, technique, sight-reading, and performance.

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Ages 18+

### Adult Piano Program

Flexible private lessons tailored to adult schedules and goals — Classical, Jazz, Hymns, Bollywood and more. Beginner to advanced.

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Our Faculty

## Meet the Instructors

All nine NTPPA instructors hold a Master's or Doctorate in piano performance or pedagogy.

- ### Dr. Judith Jain

  Founder & Director · Carnegie Hall Soloist

- ### Alexandra Taggart Olawuni

  M.M. Piano Pedagogy · Ohio University

- ### Yi Lu

  Musician & Educator · 10+ Years

- ### Miguel Castro

  Soloist & Chamber Musician

- ### Dr. ShunFu Chang

  D.M.A. · International Prizewinner

- ### Elaina McBride

  M.M. Piano Pedagogy

- ### Arasay Lima

  Pianist · 25+ Years Teaching

- ### Sandra Cepero

  Piano Instructor & Performer

- ### Juan Lopez

  Concert Pianist · Pedagogue

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## What Our Families Say

Hundreds of Tampa Bay families have trusted NTPPA with their children's musical education.

★★★★★

"Dr. Jain is an expert pianist and teacher — an artist and a mentor with strong insight into piano pedagogy. Her passion for music is contagious."

Sara M. Ernst
★★★★★

"The school is run by wonderful teachers under the guidance of Dr. Jain, creating a genuine love of learning in every student."

Bobby S.
★★★★★

"My nine-year-old daughter has become happier, more passionate, confident, and poised since joining NTPPA. It's transformed her."

Anne · NTPPA Parent
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## Begin Your Musical Journey Today

Dr. Jain personally meets with every new family — free of charge — to find the perfect program and instructor match.

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