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Matt's Piano Inner Circle
The most exclusive piano mentoring experience Matt Hodge offers — a full year of private access, priority support, and personalized artistry.
Not quite ready for this level? Explore Matt's other piano offerings to find the right fit for your budget.
Click play to watch Matt's introduction video.
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TRUST THE PIANO METHOD THAT'S HELPED THOUSANDS OF ADULT STUDENTS AND OVER 1 MILLION YOUTUBE VIEWERS
"A Wonder Boy, indeed."
— Diane Sawyer, Emmy Award-Winning Journalist
This isn't for everyone. It's for you if —
✔ You've outgrown generic lessons and want direct, ongoing access to a real mentor, not just a "one and done" course you work through alone (like most other online piano programs).
✔ You value your time and want priority scheduling and answers within a day, not a week.
✔ You want music that's genuinely yours — arrangements, feedback, and guidance built around your piano goals and your life.
✔ You're ready to invest at a level that matches the caliber of instruction and access you're receiving.
Real Adults. Real Results. Real Progress.
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"Matt, your Basic To Beautiful program is exceptional. I’m genuinely shocked. I’ve spent 1.5 years bouncing from course to course and professional to professional, and nothing comes close to what you’ve created. Your framework has completely revolutionized how I see the piano." — Frank
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"Thank you, Matt. I'm taking your Basic To Beautiful program now and have learned more in the first few lessons than I did in all my previous 4 years! Makes me sad that I didn't start with you first...I finally feel like I'm doing what I was meant to do and I am forever grateful to you for leading me where I always wanted to go." — Pat
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"I always wanted to learn the piano from a young age... Now 75 and retired, I last year bought a digital piano and started. I love Matt's Basic to Beautiful program which opened up a new world of piano. " — Kathy
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"Matt, at last I have found someone who can explain piano in words I can understand! Your method is what I have been searching for for several years. I very nearly gave up until I found you. Thank you, Matt!" — Barney
Click Play On The Videos Below To See Matt Play Various Styles
MEET YOUR PIANO JOURNEY GUIDE
Hi, I'm Matt!
For a long time, I believed beautiful piano playing — the kind that comes from feeling, not just from the page — was something only a rare few were born with. I didn't think it could be taught. I was wrong. I've dedicated my life to performing beautiful, emotionally-driven piano — and teaching others to do the same. That passion led me to build my Basic to Beautiful method.
I've walked every path a pianist can walk: performed on hundreds of stages, earned three music degrees, taught as a professor at several universities, played on national tours, recorded in prestigious studios, written best-selling music books, judged international competitions, led nationwide masterclasses, and earned numerous music awards...
...I've worked with Grammy, Emmy, Tony, Golden Globe, and Oscar winners, building a career spanning all 50 states, 30+ countries, and six continents. My music has been heard on Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, Apple, FOX, and PBS, and in films, television, video games, musicals, and viral videos with over 75 million views. My students have gone on to perform on Broadway, in national tours, film, and television, and work with mega companies like Disney and Universal.
But here's what nearly 20 years in the industry and being a professor taught me: traditional piano lessons don't work for most adults. They're built for kids — not for grown-ups who already know what music they love.
So I built something different: Piano With Personality — real music from real joy. That philosophy became The Basic to Beautiful Method, the exact method I've used to help thousands of adult learners discover it's never too late to play beautiful piano.
It's what I'm most proud of in my life — not the awards, the commercial successes, or the industry milestones.
My greatest accomplishment? Helping guide thousands of adults just like you on their own beautiful piano journey. 🤍
— MATT
P.S. — Whether you're 35, 55 or 85 years old, whether you played as a kid and quit, or you've never touched a piano before — it's not too late. I've watched it happen countless times.
26K+ YT SUBSCRIBERS | 1M+ VIEWS | 5K+ STUDENTS
Recognized By Grammy & Emmy Winners + The Best In The Industry
"Matt is an extreme talent and a wonderful young man."
— Buzz Cason, Grammy Award-Winning Music Publisher & Composer
"Matt does amazing work. His skills are impeccable."
— Don DiNicola, Emmy Award-Nominated Composer & Filmmaker
"A Wonder Boy, indeed."
— Diane Sawyer, Emmy Award-Winning Journalist
"Matt's work is beautiful and surprising, and I love it."
— Rick Baitz, Grammy Award-Nominated Composer & Juilliard Faculty
"Matt is an excellent teacher and mentor. Learning from him is pure joy!"
— Jennifer Shrader Williams, Veteran Broadway Star
"Matt's work is beautiful and surprising, and I love it."
— Jessica Muñiz, Founder & CEO of NISCO Music
"Matt is fantastic! I've worked with him on several projects and he always goes above and beyond my expectations."
— Jared Halley, Superstar Singer With 125+ Million Views
Hear Jeff Out...
Don't just take my word for how impactful my Basic to Beautiful method is for adult piano learners — just listen to Jeff (a busy working family man in his 50s in North Carolina). Click play below to watch Jeff describe what he loves most about being a part of my online piano program...
Want A Deeper Exploration Of My "Basic To Beautiful" Program?
Click play to watch my full-length presentation about my signature program.
***VIDEO UPDATE: There are even more exciting updates to the program since this video was recorded, including more exclusive program benefits and an extended refund policy!
PROGRAM OUTLINE
THE BASIC TO BEAUTIFUL METHOD
MODULE 1 — Let's Get You Started Right. Orientation, resources, and the right mindset to begin.
MODULE 2 — Sit, Play, Feel Great. Posture, hand position, and pedal basics.
MODULE 3 — Hello, Keyboard. A friendly tour of the keys and how to navigate them.
MODULE 4 — The Chords That Unlock Everything. Major, minor, and more — the foundation for thousands of songs.
MODULE 5 — From Chords to Music. Arpeggios, inversions, and other techniques that add color.
MODULE 6 — Feel the Rhythm. Patterns and fills that make your playing sound full and alive.
MODULE 7 — Play With Heart. Touch, dynamics, and phrasing — the tools that make music expressive.
MODULE 8 — Reading Music, Simplified. Sheet music, decoded in plain language.
MODULE 9 — Create Your Own Music. Write and perform an original piece.
MODULE 10 — Famous Styles, Yours to Play. Jazz, Blues, Pop, Rock, Broadway, Disney.
MODULE 11 — The Lead Sheet Advantage. The tool that instantly expands your song repertoire.
MODULE 12 — Favorite Songs, Beautifully Played. "Hallelujah," "Yesterday," "Bohemian Rhapsody," and more — step-by-step.
MODULE 13 — You Did It. Now Keep Going. Your certificate, plus lifetime access to 250+ lead sheets (new content added monthly).
MODULE 14 — Your Private Video Library. Dozens of song tutorials and curated playlists (new content added monthly).
BONUS MODULE — Play Any Song With Chord Charts. 300+ chord charts and the fastest way to learn a new song.
BONUS VIP PIANO COMMUNITY — Interact with Matt and fellow piano peers. A private forum to exclusively connect with Matt and fellow program peers, including special piano challenges and support from Matt.
MORE BONUSES — Program Perks. An exclusive discount on a private piano lesson with Matt, plus full access to Matt Piano Radio and invitations for more intimate interactions with Matt during his weekly piano Live Streams and monthly virtual group piano workshops!
Picture This...
It's a quiet afternoon at home. You sit down at your piano — not to practice, but to play.
Your fingers finally know what keys to hit. The chords come naturally. The song fills the room, warm and unhurried, exactly the way you always imagined it could.
Someone walks in — a grandchild, a friend, your spouse — and says: "I didn't know you could play like that."
You smile. Because for the first time, you're not just getting through the song.
You're playing something beautiful.
And it's not a fluke. It's not one song you memorized by repetition. It's skills crafted out of brain and heart, creativity and confidence — skills you bring to the next song, and the one after that, for the rest of your life.
That's what's waiting for you on the other side of my "Basic to Beautiful Method".
Just Ask Mike...
Meet Mike (a busy New York public safety worker in his 30s). Mike had all the ingredients for beautiful piano — the passion, the drive, the goals; he just needed a straightforward pathway built for him with my proven online piano learning method. Here is Mike in his own words...
“I did not start playing piano until my mid 30’s. I tried traditional lessons and self teaching, but was not able to make much progress. That all changed when I started working with Matt after discovering him on YouTube. Initially, I quickly discovered that his teaching style was exactly what I needed.
Not only is Matt a master of his craft, he also knows how to meet you where you are in your musical journey, and show you how to get to where you want to be. Without Matt’s guidance and patient teaching style, I would not have discovered how enriching playing music is.
Whether you want to play your favorite songs, or learn how to compose your own, there is no better artist to show you the way than Matt Hodge.”
— MIKE
Or Watch Will...
Meet Will (a passionate piano learner in South Carolina who dove into his music journey in his 60s). Click play below to watch Will discuss his incredible breakthroughs during his Basic to Beautiful journey.
Or Relate To Sherri's Story...
Meet Sherri (a California-based vibrant soul in her 70s). Click play below to watch Sherri talk about why my Basic to Beautiful piano program was just what she was looking for.
Or Be Inspired By Don...
Meet Don (a retired school principal and teacher in Georgia). Click play below to watch Don discuss all of the powerful aspects of my Basic to Beautiful piano community that he most loves.
Is This Program Right for You?
This program is a great fit if you:
✅ Are a complete beginner or early-to-intermediate player
✅ Want to play songs you love — not childish tunes or forced classical drills
✅ Want to play piano beautifully — not just technically
✅ Want real structure, not a pile of random videos
✅ Are ready to achieve real results while joining an inspiring piano community of fellow adult learners
This program is probably not for you if you:
❌ Are already an advanced player
❌ Want to focus exclusively on classical music
❌ Want a quick fix with no practice or work
❌ Prefer in-person classroom lessons
More Than Music
Why Learning Piano May Be One of the Best Things You Can Do for Yourself
Matt isn't only a professional pianist — he's a professor whose research on music's benefits has been featured in university courses, scholarly publications, and international conferences.
Research shows that learning piano benefits your mind, body, and well-being — at any age.
🧠 Sharpens memory and focus. Piano engages your eyes, ears, and both hands at once — one of the most mentally stimulating things you can do.
⚡ Keeps your brain growing. Unlike a crossword, music never runs out of new challenges.
😊 Lifts your mood. Studies link piano to lower stress and a better overall quality of life.
🖐️ Keep your hands agile. The fine motor coordination piano requires helps maintain dexterity as we age.
🌟 Builds confidence. Learning something new — and sticking with it — brings a real sense of purpose.
This isn't just feel-good talk — it's scientific research.
What Other Students Are Saying
Join the vast community of adult piano students who have called the Basic to Beautiful program "astonishing," "transformative," "exceptional," "inspiring," "expertly crafted," "priceless," and "invaluable."
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"Thank you, Matt. Your program lessons and videos have brought my playing to a much higher level, and I want you to know how much I appreciate that." — Will
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"Matt, I just wanted to say thank you for everything you put into your teaching. I've tried other online piano instructors -- you truly are the best." — Chuck
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"I bought your Basic To Beautiful program. As a mature adult, I really enjoy your approach & am very encouraged by how much progress I've made in only a few months. Thank you, Matt!" — Hurst
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"OMG! Your Basic To Beautiful program makes the most sense I've ever experienced. I'm so excited to learn more! Thank you Matt!" — Kathy
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"I purchased your online program...I was astonished about your excellent and comprehensive instructions and insights...You are a great teacher and your way of guiding the student is excellent. It is not only the technical aspects, but the 'human' way you bring personality into your teachings; I have never seen such a positive vibration in any piano teacher ever." — Rainer
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"Everything changed when I started watching your videos! I joined your program and loving it all! My practice now is purposeful and mindful. You are the best teacher in the world."— Nataly
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"I joined your "Basic to Beautiful" program today and if anyone is a beginner, this has been an outstanding program. I have learned sooo much, Thank you! I love your teaching style; you are instructive and certainly not dull." — Peter
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"I started your program a couple days ago...I’m excited to be a part of this journey…you’re an amazing teacher." — Charmaine
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"This program is priceless!!!! I’m really enjoying it. I’m absorbing all that this old brain will allow…Thank you Matt :)" — Sarah
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"Just wanted to tell you I'm enjoying your piano program. I'm early 70's and I have come a long way. Once again a BIG THANK YOU." — Judy
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"Matt, I have learned more in these few months taking your online program than I learned with prior teachers and my self education! Thanks again for all you do!" — Tig
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"Outstanding program. I am very glad to have found you and LOVE the way you teach. I intend to come back again and again to it." — Dave
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"Your Basic to Beautiful program was fabulous. Each lesson expertly crafted." — Jean
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"Matt, this is exactly what I was looking for. It's very exciting and satisfying. I'm currently taking the program and I'm delighted. Thank you for everything." — Pierre
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"As a complete beginner, I've already tried a few online courses and I like you best. I like the combination of structure and creativity...Thank you, very inspiring. Your program is highly recommended." — Fred
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"I bought your Basic to Beautiful program and love it. I'm a new piano player. You really explain things very well and I so appreciate everything you are doing. You are so talented and thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us." — Donna
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"Matt, I just want you to know that you, your teaching, and your resources touch lives in many ways. Thank you." — George
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I've purchased other piano learning products both online and in person instruction. Matt's program is comprehensive and just different...in a good way. I'm glad I found his program and feel the money I have spent was great use of my money." — Kathy
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"Just another ringing endorsement of Matt's Basics to Beautiful program! I took it a while ago and refer back to it often. Take the plunge everyone!" — Jerem
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"you will love Matt's program! Wherever you are on the learning scale, you will get more and more out of it. I keep going back to earlier sections that I completed months before and learn something new that I must have overlooked or just didn't understand it at the time. I can't praise it enough." — Tim
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"I would like to say how grateful I am to have found Matt. I am taking the Basic to Beautiful program. Thank you Matt. you are a wonderful teacher!" — Elaine
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"Matt's full program is the most inclusive, easy-to-understand piano education you will ever find...His program is amazing, affordable, and will get you where you want to go on piano faster than anyone else!" — Pat
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"Matt, I must admit your program is fabulous. Well done!!! The best thing I ever did was find you." — Ann
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"I studied piano for 5 years and I could only play if I had a piano book. After learning from Matt, I can improvise from the heart, understand lead sheets, and do things I always dreamed of doing on the piano. The best part is with his teaching I notice my progress within a few months. Before studying with a teacher like Matt Hodge I thought it would take me forever to reach my piano goals. He is truly a GEM and it is an honor to learn from the best of the best :)" — Tyi
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"Matt is the best teacher! Just a few months ago, I was going from video to video on YouTube until I found his channel. I loved his videos and the way he explained music, so I decided to sign up for his "Basic to Beautiful" program. It took my piano playing to a whole new level! Matt answers my questions when I need help. He is caring and dedicated to his students. Thank you, Matt! I'm proud to be part of your piano community." — Emilie
A Program to Learn From Forever
Even though we're virtual, it will feel like I'm right there with you — you'll see my face, my hands, and lit-up piano keys, making every lesson highly impactful.
And unlike most online piano programs, Basic to Beautiful isn't a one-and-done course. New content is added monthly, making it a continuous life-long piano journey at an incredible value.
Your one-time order includes lifetime access to:
What You Get:
- 25+ hours of HD video lessons and song tutorials (new videos added monthly)
- 250+ downloadable lead sheets (new ones added monthly)
- 300+ downloadable song chord charts (organized into books)
- Breakdowns of popular piano styles (Pop, Rock, Jazz, Blues, Broadway, Film, Disney, Folk, Holiday, Worship, etc.)
- Supplemental resources (including PDF books, assessment quizzes, and curated video playlists)
- Personalized completed certificate
Bonus Perks:
- Private virtual piano lesson with Matt discount
- Complimentary weekly piano Live Streams
- Monthly online group piano workshops discount
- Exclusive VIP Piano Community access
- Matt Piano Radio access (Matt's exclusive piano albums)
- Priority email support (24-48 hours response from Matt while going through the program)
- Exclusive engagement with Matt during weekly piano Live Streams
Peace Of Mind:
- Risk-free 14-day money-back guarantee
You have nothing to lose...so start your piano journey today!
How Can My Program Help You?
My comprehensive Basic To Beautiful Method will help you...
🎹 Navigate the entire keyboard
🎹 Play essential chords & techniques
🎹 Read sheet music (especially lead sheets & chord charts)
🎹 Play popular songs with beautiful expression
🎹 Breakdown famous music styles (Jazz, Blues, Pop, Rock, Broadway, Gospel, etc.)
🎹 Understand important music concepts & theory
🎹 Unlock creativity through improvisation & composing
This Is Why I Do This...
I'd like you to meet Pat (an incredible Michigan-based mother in her 70s). She wasn't too old and she wasn't too late; she just needed the right type of guidance that my Basic to Beautiful program offers. I promise you'll find her story as inspiring as I do. Here is Pat in her own words...
"At 74 years old, Matt has given me a richer, more satisfying life. I decided to learn the keyboard at age 69. After struggling on my own, I discovered Matt’s YouTube channel and finally made real progress. His teaching style is completely unique — he gets you playing beautiful music right away, no matter your age or skill level.
I eventually invested in his "Basic to Beautiful" Online Piano Program. It is comprehensive, easy to follow, and incredibly affordable. Beyond his jaw-dropping, concert-level piano talent, Matt is a true friend to his students. He brings so much warmth and humor to his lessons and works patiently with any roadblocks or disabilities you might have.
Because I started later in life, I wanted a teacher who could get me where I wanted to go fast, while helping me truly understand the music. Matt is that teacher. What he teaches translates into a joyful lifestyle that is absolutely priceless."
— PAT
Or better yet, click play below to watch Pat tell you about her amazing piano story and what awaits you inside your BASIC TO BEAUTIFUL program...
Are you ready for your own life-changing piano journey?
You're not too late. You're right on time.
Start your piano journey today!
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Is Basic to Beautiful Right for You?
Every piano journey looks a little different, and yours deserves a path that fits. Answer five quick questions to see if Basic to Beautiful is the right match for where you're starting from and what you're hoping to achieve. It only takes a minute and there's no wrong answer.
Does Basic to Beautiful sound like a good fit for you?
If so, scroll on down and start your piano journey today!
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An Incredible Value. A Life-Changing Investment.
When you enroll in Basic to Beautiful today, you get lifetime access to:
✓ 25+ hours of HD video lessons — ($2,500 value)
✓ 550+ downloadable PDF lead sheets, chord charts, sheet music, books, & resources — ($700 value)
✓ Exclusive VIP Piano Community access — ($450 value)
✓ Matt Piano Radio access — ($98 value)
✓ Private virtual lesson discount — ($50 value)
✓ Exclusive interaction with Matt during weekly piano Live Streams and discounted monthly piano workshops — ($260 value)
✓ Priority email support from Matt — ($300 value)
✓ Personalized certificate of completion — ($25 value)
✓ Lifetime access to all future content (new videos & lead sheets added monthly) — (invaluable)
= Total program value: $4,383
Today's promotional price: $397
(or pay over 4 easy installments of $99.25)
Lifetime access | New content added monthly | 14-day money-back guarantee
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You've waited long enough. The dream of sitting at a piano and playing something beautiful — confidently, joyfully, from memory — is not out of reach. You just needs the right guide.
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