TRANSFORM YOUR PLAYING
Wellness Driven Piano Instruction
Empowering pianists through cutting-edge coaching to build music fluency and sustainable technique—no matter your hand size. Play on a D.S. Standard 5.5-inch piano. Located in Mukilteo, WA.
-Katie O’Rourke, B.Mus., NCTM, GCFP®
YOUR TEACHER
Hello, I'm Katie.
As a music educator, I believe that with encouragement, inspiration, and thoughtfully sequenced instruction, every person has the innate ability to thrive in the arts. Drawing on my training in the Feldenkrais Method®, I support students through the physical and musical challenges of piano playing—helping them grow with healthy technique, body awareness, and a deep love of music.
Frequently Asked Questions
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I offer both! In-person lessons are located in the Harbour Point Neighborhood of Mukilteo. Remote lessons are also offered using either Zoom or FaceTime. I’ve been teaching online since 2016 and continue to be surprised at how well this setup works!
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New Student Intake Session
50 min | $135Quarterly Enrollment, per lesson rates:
45 min | $98
60 min | $125
75 min | $156Technique Evaluation/Feldenkrais® Session
$180 for a 75 min session that includes written evaluation, video of session, and recommendations for continued self-study. -
While my primary focus is coaching adults, I still enjoy teaching a small group of young musicians—it’s a truly rewarding part of my work.
I coach beginning through advanced pianists, including professional musicians looking to solve problems related to injury and technique. I love working with adult beginners too!
I support diverse learners, including neurodivergent and physically disabled individuals, through adaptive instruction.
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The Feldenkrais Method® is a method of movement education that encourages the development of healthy movement habits to protect against injury and improve performance. The pedagogy of this method is centered on mindfulness, self-discovery, and ease.
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Yes! Students attending lessons in Mukilteo will always have the option of playing on the D.S. Standard Action.
I’m also happy to facilitate trials of the narrow action, subject to availability. Please contact me if you would like to take it for a test-drive.