Welcome to Mei's Music Lab
Mei’s Music Lab is a joyful, community‑centered music school serving families across Kennewick and the Tri‑Cities. We offer Piano Lab, Guitar Lab, and Drum Lab — individualized learning in a small‑group setting where every student can grow confidently at their own pace. This fall, we’re excited to introduce a beautiful grand piano for daily student use, creating an even more inspiring learning environment.
Our Music Lab model blends proven teaching methods with modern tools, headphones, rotating stations, and hands‑on coaching. Students stay focused, engaged, and excited as they move through personalized activities designed to build strong skills in rhythm, reading, technique, and creativity.
Our Teaching Philosophy
We believe music education should feel encouraging, structured, and inspiring. Every student deserves to feel successful — not rushed, not compared, and never left behind. In our lab environment, students receive individualized instruction while still enjoying the energy and motivation of learning alongside others.
Families love our approach because it is consistent, joyful, and designed for real progress. Students celebrate their growth through recitals, seasonal events, and meaningful musical milestones throughout the year.
Meet Mei
Mei is the owner and lead instructor of Mei’s Music Lab. With years of experience teaching piano and leading group music programs, she is passionate about creating a space where students feel safe, supported, and proud of their accomplishments. Her teaching style is warm, patient, and structured — always focused on helping each student discover their unique musical voice.
A Place to Learn, Grow, and Shine
Whether your child is just beginning or you’re an adult finally starting your musical journey, our Music Lab is designed to meet you where you are. We’re here to guide you with expertise, encouragement, and a deep belief that music should be a lifelong source of joy.
At Mei’s Piano Studio, we welcome both beginners and returning students. Every program is designed with clear steps, caring teachers, and a supportive environment that helps each student feel successful. Whether it’s a child starting their first instrument or an adult rediscovering music, our structured approach ensures progress and joy at every stage.
Our new studio
WHAT IS A MUSIC LAB?
What Is a Music Lab? A Music Lab is a modern, individualized way for students to learn piano, guitar, or drums in a small‑group setting. Each student works at their own pace using headphones, digital tools, and hands‑on coaching from the teacher. This structure allows every child — beginner through advanced — to receive personalized instruction while still enjoying the energy and motivation of learning alongside others.
Students rotate through guided activities that build strong skills in rhythm, reading, technique,and creativity. The result is a joyful, focused learning environment where students feel confident, supported, and proud of their progress.
Mei Crisp
Owner & Founder
Bio
Mei is the founder of Mei’s Piano Studio, with over 20 years of teaching experience with children and adults. She taught private piano lessons for more than 15 years before transforming her studio into a multi‑instrument lab setting. For the past 5 years, this innovative lab has continued to grow, and students have made tremendous progress each year, showcased in their exciting recitals.
With her years of experience, Mei developed her
own teaching systems that combine the best of traditional private lessons with modern supervised practice. Students receive individual instruction time with Mei, while also practicing independently on their instruments with headphones under supervision. With the help of Mei and her trained assistants, students enjoy creative and unique music theory activities that make learning fun and engaging.
Known for her caring and loving approach, Mei helps students feel supported while making remarkable progress. Her studio has become a wonderful music community, where students
thrive, perform, and build lasting friendships. Families across the Tri‑Cities love the one‑of‑a‑kind music lab she has created.
Experience & Highlights:
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Over 20 years of teaching experience with children and adults
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Founder of Mei’s Piano Studio
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15+ years of private piano teaching experience
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5+years leading a growing multi‑instrument lab setting
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Creator of unique lab‑based teaching systems
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Combines individual instruction with supervised practice
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Engaging music theory activities designed for fun learning
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Caring and loving approach to teaching
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Builds a supportive community with performance opportunities
Jay Crisp
Piano, Drum & Guitar Instructor
Bio
Jay is a versatile musician and dedicated teacher at Mei’s Piano Studio. He is currently a college music senior and will be pursuing his Master’s degree in Piano Performance, bringing advanced training and artistry into his lessons.
In addition to piano, Jay is an accomplished percussion player, having performed with international drum corps, and he is also skilled in guitar. Jay is a composer as well, creating original works that reflect his broad musical background. His wide range of expertise allows him to inspire students across instruments, encouraging both technical growth and creativity.
Experience & Highlights:
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College music senior, soon pursuing Master’s in Piano Performance
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Active piano performer in professional and community events
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International drum corps percussion performer
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Skilled in piano, drums, and guitar, and percussion
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Composer of original works
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Passionate about helping students grow in confidence and artistry
Sophia Kapoor
Summer Camp Instructor
Bio
Sophia has studied piano for over 13 years, with advanced training and performance experience. She is currently minoring in Piano Performance at Arizona State University, and brings her academic and professional expertise into the studio.
As a multi‑instrumentalist, Sophia is skilled not only in piano but also in several other instruments. She is an active performer in both professional and academic settings, and she shares that passion with her students. Known for her encouraging and supportive teaching style, Sophia helps children build confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of music.
Experience & Highlights:
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13+ years of piano study with advanced training
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Minoring in Piano Performance at Arizona State University
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Skilled multi‑instrumentalist
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Active performer in professional and academic settings
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Encouraging and supportive teaching style
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Helps students grow in confidence and creativity
Abby Buttler
Studio Assistant
Bio
Abby is a high school student who has studied piano at Mei’s Piano Studio for over 6 years. She is known for her kind and patient personality, always encouraging younger students and helping them feel confident during lessons. Abby’s cheerful spirit and reliability make her a trusted part of the studio team, creating a welcoming atmosphere where children can thrive.
Qualities & Highlights:
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High school student with 6+ years of piano study
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Kind, patient, and encouraging with children
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Cheerful and reliable studio assistant
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Helps students feel confident and supported
Olive Gonzales
Studio Assistant
Bio
Olive is a high school student who has studied piano at Mei’s Piano Studio for over 6 years. She brings a caring and gentle approach to her work, guiding younger students with attentiveness and encouragement. Olive’s dependable nature and warm personality help create a positive environment where students enjoy learning and growing in music.
Qualities & Highlights:
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High school student with 6+ years of piano study
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Caring, gentle, and attentive with children
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Encouraging and dependable studio assistant
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Helps foster a positive, supportive learning space