We know what it’s like to quit piano

Our founder Payam Khastkhodaei lost his passion for piano as a child, but while at university he stumbled into a new way of teaching piano inspired by his study of language and developmental psychology.

“If you love what you do, you’ll get good at what you do. Now imagine you love the instrument, you love the teacher, and you love the songs. There's no way you won't become successful."

Payam Khastkhodaei
Founder

How we fell in love with piano

Payam Music started the same way learning piano typically ends: with quitting early.

1996
Childhood lessons
Payam’s mom teaches 3 year old Payam how to play piano. He begins formal classical lessons at age 6.

Our values

Always key into high-quality for each and every student, in each and every school.

Quality

Always key into high-quality for each and every student, in each and every school.

Empathy

Practice understanding feelings when building relationships with students, parents, and teachers.

Play

Emphasize the “play” in playing piano. Our students will ultimately excel because they love what they are doing.

Composition

Don’t just copy, create! Continue to question traditional methods and ideas to provide the highest quality instruction.

The future of teaching

Piano lessons get a bad rap for good reason. Limited song choices, intimidating sheet musicLearn what it's like to be a teacher at Payam Music, and slow progress lead students to quit. We’re on a mission to change that.

Careers

Apply to work as a teacher at one of our schools or at our remote HQ.

Business Associate - Remote HQ

This is a generalist role for someone who loves solving problems, organizing details, and making sure nothing slips through the cracks. You’ll support everything from site launches and school operations to internal tools, HR systems, and customer inquiries.

Online
Full Time
Piano Teacher - Bothell

Join our instructor team in Bothell, Washington.

Bothell
Part Time
Piano Teacher - Bellevue

Create a joyful environment for students to fall in love with piano in Bellevue, Washington.

Bellevue
Part Time
Piano Teacher - Santa Monica

Teach piano at our newest school in Santa Monica, California.

Santa Monica
Part Time
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Learn to play the songs you love
Excel with exceptional teachers
Reach diploma level in 4 years
Ages: In-person (4+), Online (7+)
Open to all levels