Reignite Your Piano Skills
For Adults Who Used to Play Piano – But Haven’t In Years
An 8-week at-home mentorship to help you confidently play again – with just 30 minutes a day.
Ladder Basic
Get started with the core lessons and tools to build your piano foundation at your own pace
- 1 year’s worth of lessons condensed into 8 weeks
- PDF practice drills + demo videos
- Tips & tricks for accuracy & confidence
- Move at your own pace (flexible schedule)
- 30-minute daily lesson plans
Ladder Plus
Stay consistent with weekly accountability, monthly group masterclasses, and a clear path to lifetime access.
- All of Ladder Basic AND
- Accountability coach (weekly check-ins)
- Group masterclasses
- Lifetime access after 8 months
- Can switch down to Ladder Basic anytime.
- Upgrade to Ladder Premium within the first 2 months to lock in Weekly live one-on-one Zoom calls.
Ladder Premium
Unlock lifetime access and experience 8 weeks of daily personalized mentorship with Dr. Nathan Bowen for maximum progress.
- All of Ladder Plus for 2 months AND
- Daily personalized mentorship with Nathan Bowen* for 8 weeks
- Weekly live one-on-one Zoom calls
- Exclusive Song Vault
- Advanced modules (upper-division theory)
- LIFETIME ACCESS to all content
- After the first two months, option to continue ongoing accountability support and monthly group masterclasses at $99/mo.
Hi, I’m Dr. Nathan Bowen!
I’m currently Chair of Performing & Media Arts at Moorpark College, where I’ve been teaching for the past 16 years. I’m a pianist, guitarist, composer, and music producer with a PhD in music – but above all, I’m passionate about helping people reconnect with their musical spark.
Over the years, I’ve worked with students of all ages and skill levels, and I especially love coaching adults who are coming back to the piano after time away.
Whether it’s been a few years or a few decades, I know how powerful it can be to rediscover the joy of playing – and I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
Join Me for an Inside Tour of the Ladder Premium!
Let’s Compare Plan Options Side-by-Side
| Features | Ladder Basic $49/mo |
Ladder Plus $249/mo (Lifetime unlocked after 8 months) |
Ladder Premium $1,997 one-time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year’s worth of lessons condensed into 8 weeks | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| PDF practice drills + demo videos | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Tips & tricks for accuracy & confidence | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Move at your own pace (flexible schedule) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| 30-minute daily lesson plans | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Accountability coach | ❌ | ✅ (weekly check-ins) | ✅ (daily personalized mentorship with Nathan Bowen* for 8 weeks) |
| Group masterclasses | ❌ | ✅ (monthly) | ✅ (2 included**) |
| Lifetime access to all content | ❌ | After 8 months | ✅ |
| Weekly live one-on-one Zoom calls | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Exclusive Song Vault | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Advanced modules (upper-division theory) | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
Notes
- Ladder Basic: Can upgrade to Ladder Plus or Ladder Premium anytime.
- Ladder Plus: Can switch down to Ladder Basic anytime. Upgrade to Ladder Premium within the first 2 months to lock in Weekly live one-on-one Zoom calls.
- Ladder Premium: After the first 2 months**, option to continue ongoing accountability support and monthly group masterclasses at $99/mo.
- * Nathan Bowen holds a PhD in Music, serves as Department Chair of Performing & Media Arts at Moorpark College, and is a multi-instrumentalist and composer.
- ** Two live group masterclasses included during the initial 8-week program.
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On the fence? Book a call to learn more
I’d love to chat with you to see if the Ladder program is a good fit. Book a 15-minute call.
Testimonials
“Nathan’s given me confidence to tackle a piano piece that I never would have on my own.”
Kathryn P., grandmother & returning pianist
“The Ladder Program is a perfect way to make progress really efficiently and quickly.”
Jeremy B., dad, designer, & returning pianist
“After just a few weeks in Nathan’s program my knowledge and skill level improved drastically.”
Mindy H., mom, nurse, & returning pianist
“What was really great was getting quick and good feedback about basically anything I’d ask about.”
Sam B., teen piano student
Is Ladder for you?
Who this is for
✓ Wants to rekindle joy at the keys
✓ Adults returning after decades
✓ Teens stuck or losing motivation
Who this is not for
✕ Absolute beginners
✕ Shortcut hunters
✕ ‘Too busy to practice 30 min/day’
How we do it with Ladder Premium
Tight Curriculum
8 weeks of step‑by‑step drills & videos that build rock‑solid confidence to conquer any piece.
Direct-Access Mentorship
Text or video feedback within 24 hours. Send me your messy measure and get help quickly so you can move on.
Daily Accountability
Streak tracking, practice prompts, and bite-sized exercises, all within 30 minutes of daily practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a full acoustic piano?
No, but you’ll have a more enjoyable experience if you can have weighted keys and ideally 88 of them!
What if I’m traveling one week?
No problem. Once you have the content, you can spread it out in a way that works for you. The program is designed to accommodate anyone wanting to practice 30 minutes daily for two months, but also extend the mentorship beyond as desired.
Can my teen and I join together?
Yes! Working with others helps you make progress, especially with loved ones.
What if I want to take my time rather than do it all in two months?
That works! The whole point is to take a year’s worth of lessons and condense them into two months – if you need to take time to spread things out, that is probably better. Two months of mentorship are included, and if you’d like to continue the direct-access mentorship, that will be a monthly fee of $99/month.
What if I’m really rusty? I’m motivated, but it’s been a long time. Will this program be too tough for me?
That’s okay! I have had success with students who could really only read treble clef and had always struggled with bass clef. We found a way to get past the obstacles, and then make quick progress.
What if I’m an intermediate piano player? Will the content be too simple?
I do my best to accommodate all skill levels, and make sure to fill in gaps of understanding. If there are topics you are interested in, we’ll identify those together and make sure you have appropriate challenges to help you progress rather than plateau!
