Daniel Lee is a graduate of the Curtis Institute of Music and is a Northern Virginia Piano and Trumpet Teacher
who Teaches Music Lessons in Vienna VA, at Lee Music Studios.
who Teaches Music Lessons in Vienna VA, at Lee Music Studios.
Daniel and his family are passionate about helping students of all ages and skill levels achieve their musical goals. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced player, you can schedule a FREE TRIAL LESSON by filling out the contact form at the bottom of the page.
At Lee Music Studios in Vienna, VA, we believe music should be as unique as the person playing it. Daniel Lee offers private piano and trumpet lessons for students of all ages, from first-time beginners to advanced musicians preparing for auditions or competitions. With over 25 years of teaching experience and degrees from world-renowned institutions like the Curtis Institute of Music, Daniel blends tradition with innovation to help each student reach their full potential.
Join a legacy of excellence and creativity that’s been nurtured for over 50 years in our family studio. Whether you’re aiming for Carnegie Hall or just want to play your favorite songs, your musical journey starts here.
🎺 Free trial lesson available – come meet your teacher and experience the difference.
Join a legacy of excellence and creativity that’s been nurtured for over 50 years in our family studio. Whether you’re aiming for Carnegie Hall or just want to play your favorite songs, your musical journey starts here.
🎺 Free trial lesson available – come meet your teacher and experience the difference.
Daniel Lee’s Studio Highlights
- Decades of Experience: Daniel brings 25+ years of teaching experience, supported by his education at the Curtis Institute of Music, Boston University, and the University of Miami.
- Personalized Lessons: Each student receives a tailored program that balances technical skills and personal goals, ensuring a unique and effective learning experience.
- Diverse Genres: Daniel is fluent in Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Jazz, Blues, and Pop, offering students a wide range of musical styles to explore.
- Performance Opportunities: Students participate in recitals, festivals, competitions, and judged performances, including the American College of Musicians National Guild Auditions.
- Online & In-Person Options: Lessons are available both in-person and online, using a mix of traditional and digital methods to suit modern learners.
- Comprehensive Approach: Students learn to read, play, and perform music, preparing for advanced repertoire and building confidence as performers.
- Lifelong Skills: Lessons are designed to instill a love for music and the tools to enjoy it for a lifetime.
Trumpet Instruction
- Specialized Training: Daniel’s expertise in embouchure formation and physical technique ensures students build a strong foundation.
- Performance Growth: Trumpet students benefit from performance classes, recitals, and opportunities to excel beyond school band programs.
- Mentorship: Many of Daniel’s students have gone on to lead their sections in school bands and continue playing into adulthood.
Family Legacy
- 50 Years of Excellence: The Lee family has been a cornerstone of music education in Vienna, VA, for half a century, offering individually tailored lessons for piano and trumpet.
- Professional Affiliations: Daniel is an active member of local and national music teacher organizations, ensuring his studio stays connected to the broader music education community.
- Guild Auditions: Students participate in peer-reviewed performances judged by top educators.
- Community Engagement: Students often perform for local audiences, including assisted living residents, fostering a sense of giving back through music.
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My 10 yr old daughter has been taking private piano lessons with Daniel Lee for more than 2 years. Daniel is a talented musician and a wonderful instructor. He is very patient and caring to his students. Deeply rooted in his family's 40+ year tradition of providing conservatory level musical training, Daniel's piano class is systematic and well-round. In addition to piano performing, he also emphasizes theory, listening and sight reading. I highly recommend Daniel. You will not regret to take his lessons!
Yinqiu & Zhongren C
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Daniel Lee is an excellent trumpet teacher who has the right mix of high expectations, kindness and experience to help my child achieve diligence and enthusiasm in his daily practice and performance. He has also been a phenomenal piano accompanist for my other child, and we feel so lucky to have found this studio.
Amy B.
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Mr. Lee is the simply the best piano teacher my 10 years son has had. His teaching philosophy is classic and ways are modern. In his class, he teaches and correct his student. After the class, he encourages his student to use apps to learn rhythm and notes. His lesson notes are clear and easy to follow so my son has no issue to practice as required. Sincerely recommend to anyone who is seeking a great piano teacher.
Gang Z.
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Mr. Lee is my piano teacher. He is funny, creative, kind and awesome!
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Daniel Lee is a phenomenal music instructor. FIVE STARS!
Christopher B
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Daniel is the best music instructor ever!!!!
Waldon Adams
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My son provides excellent music instruction and continues our families tradition in Vienna.
Kenneth Lee
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Crystal W
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Daniel is a very talented and patient instructor who manages to make lessons very fun and engaging. I’ve improved greatly under his instruction and am enjoying the process.
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I have worked with Dan in various chamber music settings in the past and I can tell you he is one of the most passionate musicians I know. His attention to detail, knowledge and easy going personality make him a true asset to the music field and an excellent educator.
Mary Jo Neher
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Thiha Maung
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I’ve know Dan since we were in our teens. Dan always seemed to be one step ahead of me and I’ve spent a career trying to keep up with him.
He’s got an amazing sound and has lots of nuance in his playing.
I know that Dan, through his always cool demeanor and grace, can teach your children anything they would like to learn.
He’s got an amazing sound and has lots of nuance in his playing.
I know that Dan, through his always cool demeanor and grace, can teach your children anything they would like to learn.
Michael Zonshine
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Daniel Lee is a multi-talented musician, performer and teacher, whose warm and gregarious personality welcome all who study with him. The amazingly varied set of skills and ideas he brings to his teaching make him unique among Northern Virginia teachers. His training at the Curtis Institute of Music, Boston Univeristy and Miami University have given him a wider scope of instruction and performing skills than any other teacher I know. Mr. Lee works closely with interested parents and students to create a program specifically designed for them. The more interested the student, the more successful the outcome. When I observe his teaching I am impressed with the respect and understanding he shows each student, and the lesson plans he designs to inspire motivation that ensures a musical skill that lasts a lifetime!
Dr. Marjorie Lee
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Daniel Lee is an excellent instructor who has helped me greatly!
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Daniel Lee is a musician and music teacher par excellence. My daughter has been taking piano lessons from him over the last one year and we are very pleased with the strides she has made in this short time. Daniel is very organized and maintains excellent communication. He also makes all information available online including class notes on technique and practice pieces, class and practice schedules, music downloads, etc. He is super committed as a teacher and is very respectful and gracious in dealing with the students and the parents.
Chetana R
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Mr. Lee is one of the most enthusiastic teachers I've ever had. He's always upbeat, and he's extremely responsible. Every lesson is something new.
Jayden L
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My daughters both enjoy taking piano lessons with Daniel. They just finished 8th grade, and Daniel makes learning a joy. They'll be the first to tell you that he's patient and well organized, and they appreciate that he tries to make them well-rounded.
Jim Savage
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Mr. Lee is a great teacher for anyone looking for a guy who can do anything in his power to help people who play piano, and he can help you achieve a higher understanding and mastery of piano.
Sachin K.
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At age 72, I decided to take piano lessons again, as my playing is very basic. I studied piano when I was 12 for about 3 years. I didn’t play much until I finished college and a tour in the Army. I was self-taught for decades and played mostly from lead sheets. My left hand essentially played chords, which is okay if you have an electronic keyboard and a technological crutch. I also forgot how to read the bass clef. I found Daniel Lee during a web search. He is exactly what I needed – personable, motivating, and doesn’t frown when I hit the wrong notes or detour from the prescribed tempo. He is patient, encouraging, and has laid out the exact path I needed to improve my speed and dexterity. Never thought I would play scales again – now I see how beneficial this practice is. So, if you are an adult and want to improve what you learned in your youth or you just want to start learning, I highly recommend that you meet Daniel and see the outstanding studio they have built.
Ed C
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Daniel is a superbly talented musician and teacher. He tailors his approach to each individual. You can see him processing real time the precise measures necessary for students to improve at every moment along the musical journey. His approach is a finely tuned algorithm: optimal yet seamless information processing.
Benjamin Zogby
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Mr. Lee is the greatest piano teacher I’ve ever had. He is very patient and creative in piano teaching. I learned so much from him. Not only play the songs, but also give a nice emotional flow to the music notes. I like his way of teaching piano and his passion about piano really influenced his students. Highly recommend!
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Daniel Lee is an excellent trumpet instructor . He has helped me improve my trumpet skills while making the lessons fun. I have learned so much and plan to improve a lot more in the future with Daniel Lee's help.
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