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Piano Academy of Ireland, Rathgar:
The Piano Academy of Ireland is a quality music and piano school offering a wide range of music and piano classes that enables students of all ages, levels and abilities to allow music to play an important role in their lives. We are based in Rathgar, a suburb of Dublin, approximately 3 km south of the city centre. With a proud passion for teaching for more than 12 years, our on-going inspiration is found in our students from all corners of Dublin and beyond and in the commitment, energy and expertise of our teachers.

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The Piano Academy of Ireland celebrates the piano and we invite people of all ages, levels and abilities to enjoy the piano. Whether a complete beginner or about to enter a career in music, whether only 3 years old or 83 years old, we welcome you. With teachers to cater for everyone and their needs, there is a place for all to explore this beautiful instrument.

The Piano Academy of Ireland plays a significant role in the expansion and advancement of Ireland’s pianistic educational programme contributing to society. We are deeply dedicated, through music education, performance and appreciation, to inspiring and motivating students, enabling them to shine through music.

Music / Piano Courses (For all ages & levels):

- One-on-one piano tuition (classical and jazz) for children and adults
- Jazz piano tuition and group jazz improvisation class
- Pre-Instrumental classes for ages 3-6 years
- Children's Choir for ages 6-12 years
- Children's Musicianship course
- Junior Cert Music course
- Leaving Cert Music course
- Adult Music Appreciation course
- RIAM Diploma course

At the Piano Academy of Ireland, we arrange concerts which take place twice a year. 

Testimonials:
"There is a quiet air of efficiency about the Piano Academy of Ireland, with learning and personal endeavour (all levels) at the heart of things. Never stop learning…they say….and I know that at the end of the Academic year I will have covered a lot of new ground and be encouraged to continue."
- Mark, Adult Student.

"The school is very professional, always developing and improving, although already at a high standard."
- Ailish, Adult Student.

"We are really impressed- we have experienced a number of schools & the Piano Academy of Ireland is certainly very professional."
- Ursula, Parent.

"Having Archie as her teacher has developed Elva's self-confidence and has allowed her to progress in terms of her enjoyment of the piano. Elva always leaves her lesson on a positive note….even when she hasn’t done as much practise as she might!"
- Rosaleen, Parent.

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Address: 18 Terenure Road East, Rathgar, Dublin 6, Dublin, Ireland
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