Younger students
Junior high school age and up, building a strong foundation in technique, reading, and musical understanding.
Applications open for June 2026
Vienna Piano School
Piano instruction in Shinjuku, Tokyo, rooted in the tradition of the Viennese conservatory.
Weekly private tuition for teens and adults at every level, from first steps at the keyboard to audition and competition preparation, supported by studio classes and live performance events throughout the year.
Shinjuku, Tokyo
Junior high school through adulthood
Weekly 55-minute tuition
English or Japanese
Vienna atmosphere
A school identity built around concentration, musical seriousness, and a sense of cultural lineage rather than generic lifestyle branding.
The Studio
A private piano studio built around weekly work.
Vienna Piano School is a private teaching studio in the heart of Shinjuku. At its core is weekly one-to-one instruction with conservatory-trained faculty, focused, personal, and built around each student's needs.
Lessons cover technique, repertoire, interpretation, sight reading, and how to practice well. The goal is not just better playing. It is deeper musicianship.
- Weekly one-to-one tuition shaped around each student
- Technique, repertoire, interpretation, sight reading, and practice method
- Studio classes and performance events running alongside private lessons
- Online instruction available when needed
Students
For serious weekly study at every level.
The studio welcomes students from junior high school age through adulthood.
Adults
Beginners, returning pianists, and adults working through a plateau with a clear, tailored plan.
Advanced students
Intensive preparation for university auditions, competitions, advanced examinations, and demanding repertoire.
Tradition
Viennese training as working method.
The school's faculty trained at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna, one of the world's leading conservatories. That tradition shapes how sound is listened to, how rhythm is felt, and how a score is understood.
It is not a label. It is how the teaching works.
- Faculty trained at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna
- Listening, rhythm, tone, and score-reading shaped by Viennese conservatory discipline
- A practical teaching method, not a decorative label
Programs
Three clear ways into the studio.
Studio Tuition
The standard weekly enrollment for most students in the studio.
From ¥32,000 / month
- One private lesson per week (55 min)
- Reserved weekly time slot
- Access to studio classes
- Participation in studio concerts
- Online lessons when in-person attendance is not possible
Advanced / Pre-Conservatory
For university auditions, international competitions, advanced examinations, and high-level repertoire work.
From ¥45,000 / month
- One private lesson per week (55 min)
- Reserved weekly time slot
- Priority enrollment in performance coaching sessions
- Access to all studio classes
- Participation in studio concerts
- Guided audition and competition planning
Trial Lesson
A first step for students considering the studio.
¥4,500
- 55 minutes
- In person or online
- Used to assess fit, level, and next steps
Studio Classes and Events
All enrolled students have access to group classes and performance events that run alongside private lessons throughout the term.
Listening and Score Study
These sessions explore recordings, scores, and live performances together. Repertoire changes each term. Open to all levels, with no preparation needed.
Topics in Music History
A rotating series on the music, composers, and ideas that shaped the piano, from Baroque keyboard works through the Viennese classics to the 20th century.
Performance Class
Once a month, students perform for each other and receive faculty feedback in a relaxed, supportive setting.
Studio Concert
A formal performance event held once per term, giving students a real stage experience in a serious but encouraging environment.
Enrollment
Rolling admission when the right weekly slot opens.
1
Submit an inquiry
Tell the school your age, current level, any repertoire you have been working on, and what you hope to get out of lessons.
2
Receive a response
Faculty review each inquiry and reply with availability and next steps.
3
Trial lesson
If it looks like a good fit, the studio arranges a first lesson in Shinjuku or online.
Regular weekly enrollment
Begins after the trial lesson once faculty and student agree that the studio is the right fit.
FAQ
Are beginners welcome?
Yes, as long as you are ready to commit to regular weekly study.
What is the minimum age?
Junior high school and above.
Where do lessons take place?
In Shinjuku. Studio details are shared once an inquiry is confirmed.
Is online instruction available?
Yes. In-person lessons are the priority, but online lessons work well as a supplement or regular alternative when needed.
Can you help with auditions and competitions?
Yes. This is a central part of the studio's work, especially through the Advanced / Pre-Conservatory program.
Do I need music theory background for the studio classes?
No. The classes are designed for everyone in the studio, regardless of level.
What if I need to cancel a lesson?
Lessons cancelled with more than 48 hours notice may be rescheduled within the same month, subject to availability. Late cancellations cannot be made up.
Contact
Interested in studying with us?
Start with the application form. Share your age, current level, repertoire, and what you would like to work on.