Personalized learning
Lessons shaped around each student's goals, age, experience, and way of learning.
Fly to the Moon Piano and Music Studio
Private lessons in Bellevue, Washington
Piano & music theory for children and adults
Personalized lessons for first notes, favorite songs, examinations, recitals, competitions, and a lifelong relationship with music.
Children & adultsAll stages welcome
30 or 60 minutesFocused weekly lessons
RCM & ABRSMExam preparation available
A supportive environment
A calm place to ask questions, make mistakes, build trust, and grow with confidence.
Meaningful progress
Clear foundations and thoughtful challenges, guided at a pace that stays encouraging.
A place to dream
Music for joy, self-expression, performance, exams, and everything that comes next.
Music · Communication · Growth
Meet your teacher
Meet Anna Zhu
Anna is a pianist, nationally certified piano educator, and the founder of Fly to the Moon Piano & Music Studio. She holds a master's degree in Communication and Public Relations from Johns Hopkins University.
Her experience includes teaching children and adults across different ages, learning styles, and musical goals, including children on the autism spectrum and older adults living with dementia.
Patience, communication, trust, and an understanding of each student are at the heart of her teaching.
Anna continues her own advanced piano studies with Victoria Bogdashevskaya, former principal pianist of the Seattle Symphony. Her goal is to help each student feel heard, supported, challenged, and inspired while building a lasting connection with music.
Nationally Certified Teacher of MusicInclusive learningActive musicianship
Credentials & continuing education
Professional foundations. Thoughtful growth.
Anna's formal piano teaching certification is supported by ongoing musicianship and carefully chosen coursework that helps her understand how different students learn and communicate.
Nationally Certified Teacher of Music in Piano
Professional certification awarded by the Music Teachers National Association.
Ongoing advanced piano study
Continuing study with Victoria Bogdashevskaya, former principal pianist of the Seattle Symphony.
Inclusive learning coursework
Completed University of British Columbia coursework focused on autism and neurodiversity in early childcare and the workplace.
Communication and psychology
Master's degree in Communication and Public Relations from Johns Hopkins University, with additional introductory psychology coursework.
Children · Adults · Beginners · Advanced
Learn in your own way.
Lessons are personalized around the student's age, experience, learning style, musical interests, and goals.
30 minutesIdeal for young beginners and focused weekly learning.
60 minutesMore time for technique, repertoire, theory, and musicianship.
Play for Joy
Learn music you love while developing strong foundations, confidence, and expression.
RCM & ABRSM Preparation
Structured work in repertoire, technique, musicianship, and music theory for examination goals.
Competition & Performance
Individualized coaching for recitals, auditions, competitions, and other performance opportunities.
Early Childhood Music
An engaging introduction to rhythm, listening, keyboard exploration, musical stories, and foundational skills.
Music Theory & Musicianship
Theory can be part of piano lessons or studied more intensively according to each student's goals.
The studio
A space to learn, create & grow
Centered around a grand piano, the studio offers a calm, welcoming, and focused environment where students can step away from everyday distractions and connect deeply with music.
Whether a student is playing a first note or preparing for an advanced performance, curiosity is encouraged, mistakes are part of learning, and every musical milestone deserves to be celebrated.
Bellevue, Washington · 98006Nearby in-home lessons are also available.
Detailed studio directions are provided upon lesson confirmation.
Fly to the Moon Piano & Music Studio believes that music is not only about learning and performing, but also about bringing kindness into our community. Each quarter, our studio will donate $100 to Seattle Humane and $100 to Dementia Society of America®, made in the name of our students and the Fly to the Moon community.
Visit through a trial lessonHappy learning · Meaningful progress
Music is more than notes.
Students learn best when they feel safe, curious, understood, and excited to return to the piano.
Joy comes first
Music should be something students look forward to. Lessons encourage curiosity and creativity while gradually building technique and musicianship.
Every student is different
Some students learn by listening, some visually, and others through movement, stories, patterns, questions, or understanding why.
Communication is essential
Students are encouraged to say what they love, what feels difficult, and when they would like to try another way. Their ideas are part of learning.
Little missions, big progress
Joyful learning still includes clear goals and small challenges that build curiosity, independence, consistency, and confidence.
Weekly Music Missions
A technique goal, listening activity, practice challenge, creative exercise, or musical discovery gives each student an achievable next step. The goal is not perfection; it is the confidence to keep moving forward.
Questions are welcome
Studio FAQ
A few practical details for students and families considering lessons.
How does tuition payment work?
Tuition is accepted via Zelle or cash and is due at the beginning of each month. Monthly tuition reserves the student's regular weekly lesson time.
What is the cancellation and make-up policy?
Please provide at least 24 hours' notice to cancel or reschedule. Eligible make-up lessons may be arranged based on teacher and studio availability.
Are recitals offered?
Yes. Studio recitals are offered twice each year so students can share their progress, build confidence, and celebrate music. Participation is encouraged but not required.
Do you prepare students for competitions and exams?
Yes. Preparation plans can be developed for competitions, auditions, RCM and ABRSM examinations, and other performance opportunities according to the student's level, timeline, and goals.
Are master lessons available?
For selected students seeking advanced development, opportunities for master lessons with university music professors or professional musicians may be available when appropriate.
What happens when the teacher is on vacation?
Planned studio vacations will generally be communicated at least one month in advance so families have time to plan.
Can parents ask about progress or practice?
Absolutely. Questions about practice, repertoire, progress, motivation, scheduling, and lesson goals are always welcome. Communication between students, families, and the teacher is part of the learning process.
Book a trial
Ready to take flight?
A trial lesson is a chance to meet, explore the piano, and talk about the student's current level, interests, learning style, and goals.
No previous piano experience is required. Come as you are and bring your curiosity.
Studio areaBellevue, WA 98006 · Nearby in-home lessons available · Exact directions after lesson confirmation
Trial lesson inquiry
Tell us about your musical goals.
A short Google Form will open in a new tab. Share the student's experience, interests, and preferred lesson format so Anna can prepare for the first conversation.
Takes only a few minutesNo Google sign-in should be requiredYour response goes directly to the studio
Open trial inquiry form