Where Exceptional Pianists Begin Their Journey
Award-winning piano instruction by Dr. Marjorie Lee, whose students have earned major honors and continued their studies at Juilliard, NEC, Harvard, Yale, Princeton
Welcome,
Choosing a piano teacher is one of the most important musical decisions a family can make. For nearly fifty years, Dr. Marjorie Lee has inspired students to develop artistry, discipline, confidence, and a lifelong love of music. Her students have earned top competition honors and continued their studies at many of the nation's finest conservatories and universities.
Choosing a piano teacher is one of the most important musical decisions a family can make. For nearly fifty years, Dr. Marjorie Lee has inspired students to develop artistry, discipline, confidence, and a lifelong love of music. Her students have earned top competition honors and continued their studies at many of the nation's finest conservatories and universities.
"Every student is encouraged to reach his or her highest artistic potential in a friendly & supportive environment."
Thai Nguyen
Finalist 2025 Rosalyn Turek Int'l Competition Second Place 2024 FMMC H.S. Competition
First Place Winner:
2024 E.R. DAVIS Scholarship Competition
Thinking About Piano Lessons?
Choosing the right piano teacher is one of the most important decisions a family can make. The questions below address those most frequently asked by prospective students and their families. If your question isn't answered here, Dr. Lee would be delighted to hear from you.
Kaye & Clara Allen
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Who does Dr. Lee teach?Dr. Lee teaches school-aged students through advanced pre-college musicians. She accepts interested beginning students
She seeks students who are genuinely excited about learning, willing to practice consistently, and able to commit to a regular weekly lesson time. Strong family support is an important part of every student's success. |
Judged Recitals 2026:
Chris Kies, Chair
CONGRATULATIONS TO: Theodore Kim & Bowen Wu
Chris Kies, Chair
CONGRATULATIONS TO: Theodore Kim & Bowen Wu
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What subjects are taught besides piano?
Each lesson is comprehensive and includes:
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Are there recital and other performance opportunities?
Yes.
Students enjoy numerous opportunities to perform throughout the year.
In addition to studio recitals, students frequently participate in competitions and festivals sponsored by the
Students enjoy numerous opportunities to perform throughout the year.
In addition to studio recitals, students frequently participate in competitions and festivals sponsored by the
- Northern Virginia Music Teachers Association,
- Maryland State Music Teachers Association,
- Washington Music Teachers Association. along with other community events, these help them develop confidence and poise as performers.
BOYA WU
2ND PLACE WINNER Virginia State Music Teachers Competition NVMTA FALL FESTIVAL PERFORMERS' AWARDS
Clara Allen - Superior Kaye Allen - Superior Caleb Ding - Superior Daniel Du - Superior Sophie Elston - Excellent Ena Jung - Superior Darius Lim - Superior Ferwa Muhammad - Superior Jacob Yang - Excellent Jayden Yang - Superior Jeremy Yang - Superior |
Does Dr. Lee prepare students for college and conservatory auditions?Absolutely
Preparing talented young musicians for auditions at leading colleges, universities, and conservatories is one of Dr. Lee's specialties. Her students have continued their studies at some of the nation's most respected music schools. 
THEODORE KIM
2025 ALTERNATE JUNIOR LEVEL
(11-14)VMTA State Competition ~~ Korean Youth Honor Society Music Competition Grand Prize Winner D.C. Area |
What qualities does Dr. Lee look for in a student?
Dr. Lee values students who are:
- Curious and eager to learn
- Focused and determined
- Willing to practice consistently
- Supported and encouraged by their families
Talent is important, but dedication, perseverance, and enthusiasm are often the greatest predictors of long-term success.
Congratulations!
Theodore Kim - Alternate VMTA Junior Level Piano Zack Lam - Alternate VMTA Senior Level Piano Boya Wu - 2nd place VMTA State Audition Winner Hiroki Matsui - 2nd place VMTA State Audition Winner 
Eric Lin Winner |
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Slideshow:
Dr. Marjorie Lee
Steinway & Sons Teacher Hall of Fame, USIS ARTISTIC AMBASSADOR TO Western Europe
Press Comments:
"She is a steel-fingered pianist who can ripple through pages of music, offering firmly propulsive, tightly exciting accounts of the music."
The New York Times.
"Marjorie Lee is a greatly gifted musician with fingers and personality of equal force."
The Washington Post.
"Marjorie Lee brought a pyrotechnic dazzle to her performance, a sustained dazzle that brought amazing clarity to her performance. Fireworks ran through her entire recital." The Washington Star News.
"She is a steel-fingered pianist who can ripple through pages of music, offering firmly propulsive, tightly exciting accounts of the music."
The New York Times.
"Marjorie Lee is a greatly gifted musician with fingers and personality of equal force."
The Washington Post.
"Marjorie Lee brought a pyrotechnic dazzle to her performance, a sustained dazzle that brought amazing clarity to her performance. Fireworks ran through her entire recital." The Washington Star News.