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Blues and Boogie-Woogie Piano Lessons Online: Live 1-on-1 on Zoom

Updated: 2026-10-11

Blues and boogie-woogie piano lessons online with Mirco Lieber, MMag. Mirco is a concert musician with more than 30 years of teaching experience, and he teaches all genres, from classical to jazz, pop and blues. Lessons are live and one-to-one over Zoom. Rated 5.0 from 58 Google reviews.

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What do blues and boogie-woogie piano lessons cover?

Short answer: The 12-bar blues, shuffle rhythm, boogie-woogie left-hand patterns, the blues scale and improvised solos.

12-bar blues: the chord pattern behind thousands of songs, in several keys.
Left-hand patterns: walking and boogie-woogie bass figures that give the music its drive.
Rhythm: shuffle, swing feel and steady timing.
Improvisation: blue notes, the blues scale, call and response, turnarounds.
Between lessons: every lesson can be recorded, and you get clear practice notes.

Which levels can I start at?

Short answer: Any level. Complete beginners start with a simple blues; experienced players work on faster boogie patterns and soloing.

Beginners: a basic 12-bar blues with simple left-hand pattern and first blues-scale notes.

Intermediate: shuffle and boogie-woogie bass, turnarounds, small solos.

Advanced: fast boogie, stride influences, trading fours and stylish endings.

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How to book

Short answer: Lessons are online via Zoom. The first 30-minute lesson is free. Choose a time in the booking calendar, or send an email.

Choose a time in the booking calendar

See all lesson packages and prices in our shop (the shop is in German)

Or email info@ml-musikschule.eu and we will arrange a time together.

Coming from classical piano?

Short answer: Classical technique is a strong base. Mirco helps you loosen your rhythm, play from chord symbols and start improvising. See also jazz and pop piano lessons and the classical piano page.

Which monthly plans are available for piano lessons?

Short answer: Flexible plans without subscription, from EUR 145 per month (approx. USD 168; 12x45 min over 4 months; also available in CHF). The first 30-minute lesson is free. Without a plan you can book single lessons: EUR 32 (30 min), EUR 42 (45 min) or EUR 56 (60 min), no subscription and no joining fee.

Free Trial Lesson (30 min): free (No-obligation introduction and goal-setting session.)
ML-ECONOMIC (45): EUR 145 per month (approx. USD 168) + joining fee (12 lessons of 45 min over 4 months, per month)
ML-SERIOUS STUDENT: EUR 189 per month (approx. USD 219) + joining fee (4 lessons of 45 min per month)
ML-AMBITIOUS STUDENT: EUR 229 per month (approx. USD 265) + joining fee (4 individualized lessons of 60 min per month)
Single lesson (no plan): EUR 32 (30 min), EUR 42 (45 min) or EUR 56 (60 min), no subscription, no joining fee, billed in EUR

Plans are fixed-term packages (4 or 6 months) paid in monthly instalments, with no automatic renewal. Local prices are on the country pages below. Prices are shown in EUR; USD amounts are approximate equivalents.

About your piano teacher

Mirco Lieber, MMag. is a concert musician and online music teacher. His own degrees are in accordion (Konzertfach, Ljubljana) and harpsichord (Konzertfach, MDW Vienna), and he has taught keyboard instruments for more than 30 years in all genres. He teaches live from his studio in Ponta Delgada on the Azores (GMT+0), so lessons work well for students in the UK, Ireland, North America, Australia and New Zealand.

What students say

Reviews from Mirco's Google profile (5.0 from 58 reviews), translated from German. Read them all on Google.

“Lessons with Mirco are exactly what I was looking for. At the start we agreed on the content and learning goals together and made progress quickly. The pace is just right, and questions in between are answered competently. The technology works wonderfully. I can highly recommend Mirco as a piano teacher!”
Andi H., Google review

“I am thrilled with the quality of the online lessons. After years of searching, I found the perfect way to learn piano alongside work and family. Mirco is a very professional and warm teacher who responds to individual needs and shapes the lessons with great commitment.”
Lucian D., Google review

“I can recommend Mirco as a piano teacher, for beginners as well as advanced students. He is very flexible and makes sure the lessons match my learning pace. Despite the online format, the lessons never feel impersonal.”
Vahid T., Google review

“Top lessons and top teacher! I am very happy with the piano lessons. He puts no pressure on you, goes through everything step by step and values the basics.”
Dursun S., Google review

“I have been taking piano lessons with Mirco Lieber for about 5 months. He is a very friendly and patient teacher who has already taught me a lot. Highly recommended.”
Heidi S., Google review

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FAQ: Blues and Boogie-Woogie Piano Lessons

Can I learn blues and boogie-woogie piano online?

Yes. Over Zoom Mirco watches your left-hand pattern and rhythm and corrects them live, and plays along with you. You practise at home with a metronome or backing track, lessons can be recorded, and you get practice notes after each session.

Do I need to read music for blues piano?

No. Blues is built on a simple chord pattern, the 12-bar blues, that you learn by ear and by chord symbols. Standard notation can be added alongside if you want it.

What is boogie-woogie piano?

Boogie-woogie is a lively blues piano style with a repeating, driving left-hand bass pattern and a free, rhythmic right hand. It is very rewarding to learn because the left-hand patterns are repetitive and sound impressive quickly.

Is blues piano good for beginners?

Yes. A handful of chords and a simple 12-bar form let beginners play real music within the first lessons, and the blues scale makes first improvisation feel natural.

What will I learn in blues piano lessons?

The 12-bar blues in several keys, shuffle and swing rhythm, boogie-woogie left-hand patterns, blue notes and the blues scale, turnarounds, intros and endings, and improvising solos.

Do I need my own piano?

You need a keyboard instrument to practise between lessons. A digital piano with weighted keys is ideal, and Mirco helps you choose one that fits your hands, space and budget.

How much do online piano lessons cost?

The first 30-minute trial lesson is free. Plans are flexible and need no subscription: ML-ECONOMIC starts at EUR 145 per month (approx. USD 168; 12x45 min over 4 months; also available in CHF), plus a one-time joining fee. Without a plan you can book single lessons: EUR 32 (30 min), EUR 42 (45 min) or EUR 56 (60 min), with no subscription and no joining fee.