Choosing a Piano or Keyboard for the Beginning Student
Need help finding the right piano or keyboard for your beginning piano student? Here's a list of Mr. Hoffman's top picks for acoustic or digital pianos.
Getting Started With Hoffman Academy
Welcome to Hoffman Academy! We're so excited to have you learning with us. Here are some tips to help you get started on your musical journey!
How Long Does It Take to Learn Piano?
A question we hear pretty often is: How long will it take to learn to play the piano? The real answer is: it depends! Let’s explore the possibilities.
What is the Best Age to Begin Piano Lessons?
Parents who give their children the gift of a musical education start them out on a path that will enrich their lives in so many ways. What is the best age to get started? Let's find out!

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Music Learning resources

Browse our selection of printable music learning resources here. We hope they’ll support, inspire, and motivate you along your musical education journey. 

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Alphabet Cards

Pentascale Matching Game

Blank sheet music

Staff Paper

Dynamics Flashcards and Reference Sheet

Piano note finder printable sheets

Note Finders

Materials for Lesson 1 (free)