Piano Classic Carolina
Serving Summerville, South Carolina
Online Private and Group Lessons Available
Meet Dr. Carol Ann Dr. Carol Ann Barry
Piano Classic Carolina
Summerville, SC
Dr. Barry shares her passion for instruction through online courses that help piano instructors improve their teaching skills and accelerate student learning and development.
As a highly sought-after lecturer and masterclass instructor, Dr. Carol Ann Barry is passionate about helping her fellow piano instructors become more effective at their craft. Her approach draws on over 30 years of experience running a highly successful private studio.
A Nationally Certified Teacher of Piano through the MTNA, Dr. Barry was the recipient of both the 2010 PTG Grant and the MTNA Foundation Teachers Grant. She holds degrees from Old Dominion University, the University of Louisville, and a DMA from James Madison University.
Dr. Carol Ann Barry’s
Student Success Series
Do you dream of becoming an in-demand piano instructor with engaged, talented students that stay with you beyond middle school? Based on over 30 years of successful instruction, this comprehensive online course will give you the tools you need to get the best out of your students, including those with special needs.
When your students succeed, you succeed.
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Piano Lessons in Summerville begin soon!
Piano Classic Carolina will open for the fall semester on August 25th! I specialize in intermediate and advanced students. Discover the power of the combination of a facile technique, creative and inspiring repertoire, and many opportunities to showcase your talent!...
Intermediate Group Performance and Musicianship Classes Starting Soon!
There are three reasons why intermediate piano students remain intermediate for years and do not move into early advanced repertoire. Technical training! Just like the skills needed to play soccer, basketball, swimming, and other sports, piano technique requires many...
Fall Classes Begin in August!
Interested in Piano Classic Carolina for your intermediate or advanced pianist? Auditions and interviews are now available for students in the Cane Bay and Nexton Area. The studio is located in Cane Bay, 13 minutes from Midtown in Nexton. Interested in knowing more?...
Workshops & Masterclasses
Offer your gathering of teachers the opportunity to learn how to successfully reach and engage students of all ages and skill levels. Dr. Barry offers workshops and masterclasses on a broad range of music education topics, and has presented many events, including the College Music Society, the World Piano Pedagogy Conference, the Colorado State MTA, and the North Carolina MTA.
Piano Classic Carolina Studio
Dr. Carol Ann Barry offers piano lessons, as space becomes available, in 45 or 60 minute lengths. Lesson options include both online and live sessions. Additional length lessons are offered for an accelerated program for students interested in participating in upper level competitive events.
Three recitals are offered each year in addition to participation in multi-level events and festivals offerered both in Cary, NC and Summervilles, SC Further information is available in the Piano Studio drop down menu.