Marie's Music Studio

Welcome to Marie's Music Studio, where we offer private piano lessons and music for special occasions and social events. The purpose of music is to express ourselves. Music is a language of direct emotional expression which, rather than being too vague for words, is actually too precise for words. As one of Marie's piano teachers, Dr. Paul Wirth, says, "If a picture is worth a thousand words, a melody is worth a million!" The goal of musicians is to develop the ability to speak this amazing language of music. Marie's goal in teaching you is to give you the best information that will help you progress at the highest pace you can in the time you have allotted to practice. It is also her goal to inspire you to do your best and enjoy your level of ability. Our work is to do the best we can with what we have. Marie is proud of every one of her students and does what she feels best for each and every one. Please be proud of yourselves and thankful for the gifts God has given you!

Our Story

Minnesotan pianist, Marie (Neve) Friesen started her formal music education at the age of 4. She studied abroad at the prestigious Royal College of Music in London and locally with the equally prestigious teacher, Dr. Paul Wirth (Central MN Music School). Marie has competed in the majority of the youth competitions in the midwest, having won the MMTA Senior Young Artist competition in 2000, the GTCYS Concerto Competition in 2002, been a finalist in SPPTA (2x), YPSCA (3x), Lee National Competition (2x), Schubert Club (2x). She has performed as a soloist at Northrup Auditorium, Orchestra Hall, and the Ordway Center. She has participated in several masterclasses including those given by Christopher O'Reilly, Ivan Moravec, and Christopher Weldon. Marie and her husband, Chris, live in Chaska, MN with their 2 cats, Busaba and Phoebe.

Our Studio

Marie's Music Studio is the teaching studio of Marie Friesen. Lessons are given at Marie's studio, which is located in her home in Chaska, MN. We have two grand pianos, giving the freedom to rehearse two piano duets and concerti. Lessons are given one on one and usually last a half hour for beginners and intermediate students. Advanced students would be encouraged to have hour long lessons. Parents are encouraged to observe lessons so they know what should be practiced during the week, and for their own education and enjoyment. If the student prefers their parents not to observe, we have a sitting room adjacent to the studio.

Rates and Location

Quite simply, lesson rates are as follows: $15.00 for 30 minutes, $22.50 for 45 minutes, and $30.00 for 60 minutes. Marie's Music Studio is located at 112332 Chatfield Court; Chaska, MN. View Larger Map