Classical piano instruction in Bellevue
Refined technique. Deep musicality. A studio built for artistic growth.
Personalized piano lessons with Gia Ree, a Juilliard and Manhattan School of Music trained pianist, educator, recording artist, and producer.
Thoughtful, personalized piano instruction for dedicated students and adult learners — serving Bellevue, Mercer Island, and surrounding Eastside communities.
Kawai grand piano - focused home studio
About the instructor
Warm, rigorous teaching rooted in a professional musical life.
Gia Ree is a Korean American pianist, recording artist, producer, and educator. Classically trained at The Juilliard School and Manhattan School of Music in New York City, she specializes in expressive interpretation, refined technique, and thoughtful fingering strategies tailored especially for pianists with smaller hands.
Gia has appeared in solo and chamber performances at major venues including Alice Tully Hall, Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center, and Carnegie Hall. Her professional work spans performance, recording, arranging, and music production, including media projects heard by audiences worldwide.
Her teaching style is warm but focused: students build strong classical foundations while learning to listen deeply, practice intelligently, and develop confidence at the instrument.
Lessons
Personalized instruction for serious growth.
Lessons are tailored to each student's level, goals, learning style, and musical interests.
Classical foundations
Technique, tone, rhythm, reading, phrasing, and musical structure taught with clarity and patience.
Intermediate & advanced
Repertoire development, interpretation, healthy hand use, auditions, competitions, and performance preparation.
Adults & returning pianists
A thoughtful path back to the piano with refined technique, musical confidence, and realistic practice strategies.
As a member of MTNA and SMTA, Gia can help eligible students participate in festivals, competitions, and scholarship audition opportunities.
The studio
A focused space for sound, study, and creativity.
Lessons take place in a Bellevue home studio equipped with a Kawai grand piano and professional music technology for notation, recording, and listening.
Performance background
Professional experience students can hear and feel.
Gia brings decades of performance, recording, and collaborative experience into the studio, helping students connect technique with expressive musical storytelling.
From concert stage to teaching studio
Solo and chamber performances at venues such as Carnegie Hall, Alice Tully Hall, and Lincoln Center inform Gia's practical, artist-centered teaching approach.
Students learn not only notes and technique, but how to shape sound, manage nerves, prepare intelligently, and communicate with confidence.
"Music is a joyful universal language — and every student deserves clear, patient guidance to speak it beautifully."
Students
Nurturing musical growth with confidence
Students are guided with thoughtful preparation, healthy technique, and expressive musical development. Recital opportunities are being planned for students who are interested in performing before an audience.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What areas do you serve?
I offer in-studio lessons in Bellevue, and in-home lessons in Bellevue and surrounding Eastside communities, recently including Mercer Island. A $20 travel fee per household applies for in-home lessons. If there are multiple students in the same household, only one travel fee is charged total, not per student.
Do you offer make-up lessons?
Your lesson time is reserved specifically for you each week. Missed lessons or last-minute cancellations cannot be refunded or made up. If you need to reschedule, please provide at least 24 hours advance notice, and I'll do my best to accommodate a different time within the same calendar week.
How much practice is expected?
Daily consistency is key. Short, focused practice every day is far more effective than one long session once a week. We'll work together to establish a routine that feels encouraging, steady, and realistic for your household.
Can parents observe lessons?
Yes — and it is highly encouraged. Parents are welcome to sit in quietly to observe how their child learns and to better support practice at home. A calm and respectful environment helps students feel confident and focused.
What ages and levels do you teach?
My studio is best suited for teens and adults who are ready for thoughtful, focused musical study. I welcome students with prior piano experience (generally three years or more), from intermediate through advanced levels, as well as dedicated adult learners. At this time, I do not offer lessons for toddlers or young beginner children.
What instrument do we need at home?
A well-maintained acoustic piano is ideal. A high-quality weighted digital piano is acceptable for temporary use. If you're considering purchasing a piano, I'm happy to provide recommendations.
How do we begin?
Step 1 — Reach out to schedule a phone or in-person consultation. Step 2 — We select a weekly lesson time that works with your schedule. Step 3 — Tuition is paid at the start of each month to reserve your ongoing lesson time.
What payment methods do you accept?
I accept Apple Pay, Zelle, PayPal, and personal check.
Tuition
Clear lesson rates
Tuition is paid at the start of each month to reserve your ongoing weekly lesson time. Full studio policies are reviewed during consultation and registration.
In-Studio Lessons
30 minutes — $240/month
45 minutes — $360/month
60 minutes — $480/month
In-Home Lessons
30 minutes — $320/month
45 minutes — $440/month
60 minutes — $560/month
Mercer Island in-home lessons are currently scheduled on Thursday afternoons only. Limited spots are available.
Attendance Summary
If the teacher cancels, a make-up lesson or credit will be applied toward the following month's lesson fee.
Sound Scribe
Music Transcription & Engraving Services
Have a melody in your heart but no way to write it down?
Sound Scribe is a personalized music transcription and engraving service by Gia Ree for singers, songwriters, and creators who want to preserve their music in beautifully engraved sheet music.
Clients may send an audio recording, voice memo, or rough piano/vocal demo. Gia carefully transcribes the music by ear, develops harmonies and chords when needed, and professionally engraves the final score into polished sheet music suitable for performance, publication, keepsakes, or gifts.
Whether it is an original song, a meaningful melody, or a musical idea that deserves to be preserved, Sound Scribe helps bring your music onto the written page.
Services Include
- ♪Audio-to-sheet music transcription
- ♪Chord & harmony development
- ♪Professional music engraving
- ♪Personalized keepsake scores
- ♪Simple MIDI piano rendering as MP3, available as an add-on
Get started
Ready to begin your musical journey?
Book your free 30-minute consultation to discuss your goals and create a personalized learning plan.
Contact Information
What to Expect
A relaxed, friendly conversation — no pressure and no playing required (unless you'd like to).
We'll talk about your musical background, what inspires you, and what you'd like to achieve.
I'll share how I support students in building confident technique and expressive playing.
We'll see together if my teaching style and your goals are the right match.