Episode Highlights:

A piano or keyboard is a MUST HAVE for piano lessons.  (Seriously, you’d be surprised how many parents don’t take this into consideration)

I suggest delaying piano lessons until you have purchased a quality instrument.

Bad sources for finding a quality instrument:

Craig’s List

Grandma’s garage

Garage sale down the street

Good sources for finding a quality instrument

Local music retailers (East Texas has an excellent retailer in Tyler and Longview – Mundt Music)

Ask about their rent-to-own or lease options

Piano Tuners

Local Universities