Technique & comfort
Healthy hand position
From the first lesson we reinforce posture, touch, and fluency so that artistry feels effortless.
Piano lessons rooted in artistry, discipline, and joy.
Located in Aliso Viejo, the studio of Laurie Meinhold welcomes students of every age. Lessons pair expressive repertoire with the theory, technique, and history that bring music to life.
MTNA Nationally Certified
25+ years of teaching
Certificate of Merit coaching
Balanced music education
Technique, theory, and creativity advance together.
Students study classical and contemporary repertoire, the theory behind the notes, and the historical stories that make every piece meaningful. Technology, duets, and improvisation keep practice playful.
Theory & literacy
Confident readers
Key signatures, chords, scales, and rhythm drills help students understand how pieces are built.
Creativity
Stories behind the score
Context from Bach to jazz plus opportunities to compose and improvise keep curiosity alive.
Mentorship
Individualized goals
Every lesson adapts to a student's needs—whether preparing for Certificate of Merit or a first recital.
Meet Laurie Meinhold
MTNA nationally certified piano teacher in Aliso Viejo.
Laurie earned her Bachelor of Music in piano performance (with honors) from California State University, Fullerton and a Master of Arts in Music from Claremont Graduate University. She has performed as a classical soloist, school accompanist, and church musician, and has served as an adjudicator for MTAC, CAPMT, and the National Guild of Piano Teachers.
Students of every ability — gifted learners, beginners to advanced — find a thoughtful, encouraging path toward their goals.
- • Past president, MTAC Orange Coast Cities branch
- • Training in the Alexander Technique with a focus on easeful playing
- • Students earn festival honors and continue into collegiate studies
Studio offerings
What families appreciate
Structured lab time
Dedicated lab sessions use iPad apps and computer software to reinforce music theory concepts.
Performance ready
Students rehearse duets, mock performances, and virtual recordings before every recital.
Certificate of Merit coaching
From registration through video submissions, students receive detailed guidance and feedback.
Welcoming community
Recitals, MTAC festivals, and community outreach performances celebrate every milestone.
Upcoming dates
Stay connected with studio events.
The calendar includes recitals, MTAC deadlines, and studio holidays. Updates are posted throughout the season and archived for reference.
“Our daughter has made tremendous progress this past year… She’s excited to take on challenges. We’re extremely appreciative of your creative teaching.”
“It is such a delight to see someone appreciate and enjoy music so much. You are a wonderful teacher and she looks forward to every lesson.”
“Most of all my sons want to play piano the rest of their lives—this is music to my ears. We’ve seen tremendous growth thanks to you.”
Your piano is waiting.
Email Laurie to schedule a complimentary meeting, review studio policies, and explore lesson times.