For pianists who want to play, create, and improvise,
and stick with music for life.

Students stick around for Ms. Leila’s lessons because they…

  • Develop confident playing skills in various styles—Classical, Blues, Pop, Contemporary…

  • Learn to improvise and compose

  • Get under the hood of sheet music to build strong sight-reading skills

  • Gain proven practice strategies that lead to ongoing progress

  • Perform with bands and enjoy other collaborative experiences

  • Use tech-savvy tools and off-bench activities that keep them engaged

  • Experience various thematic summer projects and camps that maintain motivation

  • Are given voice and choice in repertoire

 

No one stays a student for long. They quickly become a pianist!

 
Students participating in creative piano activities at piano studio in Centennial, Colorado

From Bach to Blues

Pianists play in a variety of styles and develop skills for solo and ensemble performances.

 

Addison played her two Federation Festival pieces at church yesterday.
Everyone was so impressed which is because of you.
Thanks for continuing to foster Addion’s love of music.
I don’t have the words to truly express what you mean to us.
— Addison's mom

 
Young piano student taking creative piano lessons in Centennial, Colorado

About the studio

Ms. Leila’s Piano Studio is centrally located and serves kids, teens and adults in the Centennial, Littleton, Highlands Ranch, and South Denver area.

 
 

Whether you are new to the keys or returning to them, lessons are ideal for transfer students looking for a less cookie-cutter approach, creative students who love to experiment, teens wanting to play pop music, adults returning to piano, or pianists needing a boost in motivation.

 

Step into a dynamic environment that levels up playing skills and ignites musical imaginations.

 

 

Meet Ms Leila

piano teacher • pianist • organist composer • clinician • author

 

Hi, my students call me Ms. Leila. My studio opened decades ago, and I adore finding innovative ways to make pianists into lifelong musicians. When I’m not teaching, practicing, or composing, I’m walking the High Line Canal, pickleballing, or hanging with my gorgeous granddaughters.

 
 
 

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I’ve seen such a boost in Jack’s confidence since starting lessons with you, Leila.
— Jack's mom

 

My studio is located at 3872 E Geddes Ave, Centennial, CO 80122