Welcome to Wood River Piano.

Ashley is a unique combination of classical piano training with a vibrant and youth-oriented teaching philosophy. With a focus on technique, music comprehension, and a learning style unique to each student’s needs, Ashley effortlessly infuses her students with the love of music.

Ashley began her own piano studies at the young age of 3. As the daughter of a musician, Ashley was quickly captivated by the art form, leading her to a path filled with music and educating children.

Ashley holds a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance and Music Education from the University of Iowa (2008). A Master’s in Piano from the University of Iowa Performance (2010) and is a Royal Conservatory Certified Piano Instructor.

Ashley previously taught piano at the Fox River Academy of Music and Art in Oswego, Illinois (2010-14), as well as at Illinois Valley Community College in Oglesby, Illinois, and Viva Performing Arts School in Dixon, Illinois.

Today, Ashley is the K-8 music teacher at Syringa Mountain School in Hailey and is the music coordinator for the St. Charles Catholic Church in Hailey.

I am so thankful to have Ashley as my granddaughter's piano teacher. My granddaughter has improved tremendously since she began lessons nine months ago. Ashley is patient, encouraging, enthusiastic, and gives a lot of compliments and ideas of ways to improve.

Carole M.
My daughter has been taking lessons from Ashley for almost 2 years and it is one of her favorite times of the week. Ashley is patient and encouraging in her teaching style...Ashley clearly understands children and approaches her time with students with flexibility. I've been blown away with how much Dylan has learned and how much she loves to play the piano. We are grateful to have Ashley as a piano resource in the Wood River Valley!

Julie M.
Ashley is doing a great job with Celeste. She knows her stuff and is so gentle with my sometimes stubborn child. Celeste is always happy to go to piano and always comes back home with a smile. It’s so wonderful watching her grow her piano skills week after week.

Valerie
Ashley is able to follow the mood/lead of the child while encouraging progress. The Royal Conservatory of Music Curriculum that Ashley sometimes adopts has provided a solid framework to improve my child's abilities through playing and technical requirements while giving lots of song choices. I've been blown away with how much Dylan has learned and how much she loves to play the piano. We are grateful to have Ashley as a piano resource in the Wood River Valley!

Julie M.
Ashley has a beautiful way of meeting kids where they are, challenging by them, but also keeping them interested and excited to learn more. We are grateful to have her as our children’s piano instructor!

Carter

Ashley in Performance

Ashley performs for you her students and parents at the 2023 Christmas Recital.

Nocturne in C Minor Op. Posth.

F. Chopin

Welcome to Wood River Piano.

I am so thankful to have Ashley as my granddaughter's piano teacher. My granddaughter has improved tremendously since she began lessons nine months ago. Ashley is patient, encouraging, enthusiastic, and gives a lot of compliments and ideas of ways to improve.

Ashley is doing a great job with Celeste. She knows her stuff and is so gentle with my sometimes stubborn child. Celeste is always happy to go to piano and always comes back home with a smile. It’s so wonderful watching her grow her piano skills week after week.

Ashley has a beautiful way of meeting kids where they are, challenging by them, but also keeping them interested and excited to learn more. We are grateful to have her as our children’s piano instructor!

Ashley in Performance

Wood River Piano