Programs Created
for Acceleration
A Truly Integrated Learning Experience
Joining this program means joining a community of like-minded adults who take their music seriously—without needing it to feel like school. Enrollment is intentionally limited each year, with only a small number of openings available as space becomes available. Private sessions are the foundation, and group experiences plus Society culture add continuity, accountability, and shared standards—without noise.
In private lessons, Ashley introduces carefully selected songs and exercises designed to build the Pillars of Musical Fluency and strengthen core skills. Lessons begin with your favorite songs—no matter the style—then pair them with time-honored master exercises and works drawn from centuries of musical philosophies, methodologies, and eras, tailored to guide steady progress toward your full potential.
After taking piano lessons during childhood, I decided to give it another go as an adult with Ashley. It was so fun and amazing what came back to me. Ashley goes far beyond just teaching to read music and play the correct keys. She teaches theory, history, and the instrument as a whole. She tailored my lessons to suit my goals and challenged me far beyond what I thought I could play.
YEAR 3: Jennifer J., Doctor of Pharmacy
WHY THIS IS DIFFERENT
The WholeMusic™ Method
WholeMusic™ is the foundation of Master’s Music Academy—a conservatory-level approach adapted for adult life.
Traditional lessons often isolate skills. WholeMusic™ integrates the core skills in one unified training path—so progress is coherent, not fragmented.
This approach builds fluency across four core areas:
Play by ear
Sight read
Play pieces by memory
Create music
Choose your weekly rhythm
Both programs include private study and access to The Legend’s Society.
Once a week
$600/m
One private 60-minute lesson each week, designed around long-term progression and refined standards.
Includes:
1 private 60-minute lesson per week
Curated repertoire and structured progression
Legend’s Society access (events + performance opportunities)
Twice a week
$1000/m
Two private 60-minute lessons per week for accelerated progress, continuity, and deeper refinement.
Includes:
2 private 60-minute lessons per week
Curated repertoire and structured progression
Legend’s Society access (events + performance opportunities)
PROGRAMS
Master’s Music Academy operates through structured memberships designed for adult pianists who value privacy, consistency, and a clear standard.
Choose the Level of Access:
Master’s Membership
$700/m
Private Study Lessons
Legend's Society*
This is the complete studio experience: ongoing private study paired with The Society—an invitation-based culture of musical refinement, shared standards, and curated studio rhythm through events.
Private Study
$600/m
Private Study Lessons
Challenge yourself with weekly private 60-minute sessions with Ashley Lane. Enjoy a custom structured training to your skill level, curated repertoire, and consistent progression.
The Legend's Society
$200/m
The Legend’s Society is Ashley Lane’s private salon culture—reserved for current Master’s Music Academy students and Steinway & Sons clients only.
It exists to protect the standard: refined, high-trust, and intentionally small.
Membership includes access to an ongoing rhythm of invitation-only experiences, including:
Private studio gatherings and curated musical evenings
Performance opportunities in a supportive, elevated setting
Seasonal events designed for progression, artistry, and musical identity
A culture of shared standards—without the noise of traditional “recitals”
How Private Study Works
Private sessions are 60 minutes and offered in multiple formats:
Oro Valley Studio:
Monday
Tuesday mornings
Thursday
Friday
Mesa Studio:
Tuesday afternoons
Wednesday
Mesa Studio:
Tuesday afternoons
Wednesday
Virtually:
Available
Sessions are consistent, structured, and guided by a long-term progression path.
Led by Ashley Lane
Ashley’s private studio work reflects a lifetime achievement standard—recognized in New York City’s Steinway Music Hall of Fame and through 25 Year Permanent National Certification status by the National Music Teachers Association.
This is adult instruction without fluff: calm precision, clear standards, and a training environment built for real musical fluency. Elite education tailored to your deepest musical outcome.
Steinway & Sons Scottsdale Clients
Lesson with a Legend is available exclusively through Steinway & Sons Scottsdale: a private 60-minute lesson with Ashley Lane.
For Adults Who Want Their Piano to Become Part of Their Life
This work aligns best for adults who value:
Structure over scattered practice
Artistry over casual dabbling
Consistency over quick fixes
A private environment with standards
This is without a doubt one of the best and most comprehensive programs. What Ashley has developed is truly impressive. She is so welcoming and takes people across the spectrum in music. Working with Ashley not only gave me confidence and improved my skills but was truly enjoyable for me. Wherever you are musically, she has a plan to work with you. I would highly recommend Ashley's program to anyone who is interested in music. She is absolutely fabulous!
Aliya A. Attorney at Law
The WholeMusic™ Approach
The WholeMusic™ Approach
WholeMusic™ is the core foundation of Master’s Music Academy—a fully integrated approach designed for adults to master the piano with real efficiency and depth. Instead of separating progress into isolated tracks, each lesson develops all four core skills together in one unified experience, eliminating the need for multiple teachers or disconnected training. The standard is simple: your time is valuable, and every lesson is built to make that investment count—musically and personally.
Ashley's profound musical expertise, dedication, and patience with me, greatly improved my piano skills. She tailors lessons for individual needs, making learning, enjoyable and rewarding, even during challenging moments. I highly recommend Ashley Lane to anyone, seeking a talented, inspiring piano teacher.
YEAR 2: Dr. Patrick Beecher, M.D., George Washington Univ, Retired
