Digital Piano

Great for Beginners!

Digital electric pianos (not portable keyboards) are suitable for beginners.  The least expensive digital piano I know of can be found  here.

Upright Piano

For Advancing Students

• high potential for musical expression

• significantly motivates students

• can become a treasured family heirloom

• new upright pianos start at about $3000

• used upright pianos can cost much less

Grand Piano

For Very Serious Students

• highest potential for musical expression

• significantly motivates students

• can become a treasured family heirloom

Portable Keyboard

NOT RECOMMENDED

These are really just toys that will significantly hinder the student's motivation and progress.  Portable keyboards are not suitable for private piano study.