Lorie's unique teaching style is rare.  She puts the "fun" back into the basics of learning to play the piano and relates to children and teens on their level.

"Kit is having such a wonderful experience with you as his piano teacher.  You seem to have a gift for tapping into each of your student's strengths and encouraging them to do their personal best.  Kit's dad and brother and I really enjoyed the diverse array of music presented at the recital and we are very proud of what Kit has accomplished under your direction."              --Pam A.

Her Mission

"Give a man a fish, feed him for a day.  Teach a man to fish, feed him for a lifetime."  Lorie's greatest success is when her students no longer 'need' her to help them learn a piece - they can do it on their own, without help - and do it well.  This ensures a lifetime of enjoyment playing the piano.

Personal Profile   

Lorie was a piano student herself for 12 years and has played the piano for 45.  She has accompanied instrumentalists and choirs and plays for weddings.  She is the mother of four beautiful daughters and grandmother to six, amazing grandchildren.  She has been married to Greg for almost 32 years!  Lorie is also a photographer!  Check out her services and products at http://foreverphotos.net

"First of all, I have to say that my daughter is a very picky 10-year-old. She doesn't like just anyone. I think there are five people on her short list. And, since we moved to FL, we needed to find a new piano teacher for her. We were so lucky to find Lorie. Within minutes, Lorie set my daughter at ease and determined her abilities. By the end of the lesson, my daughter was enthusiastic, and anxiously awaiting the next lesson. She continued unabated in her piano practice, culminating in a wonderful recital. We are all proud of her, and we owe it all to Lorie. I cannot say enough wonderful things about The Piano Practice."        --Jeanne