Our Community
HurleyPiano wants to bridge the gap and bring families and individuals who share in Special Needs with our online community. You just might meet a new friend.
Innovative Ideas
Innovation is synonymous with HurleyPiano because what others have failed to think of, We have already made standard.
Our Website
Our site was created with technology in mind. Apps, Cellphones, Tablets and Computers are the future. When technology changes, HurleyPiano will be right there ready and waiting.
Your Child is a Star
Parents all have a biased opinions of their children, but at HurleyPiano we already know every child is a Star that brings light into our lives.

Hurley Piano is a leading piano methodology to the special needs community. Richard Hurley has developed a highly regarded Black Keys Exercises designed to introduce the world of the keyboard to the most challenging of special need students. Based in Austin Texas, a city that is a hub of special needs innovation, Hurley Piano has drawn upon the expertise of the city’s leading special needs researchers to test and challenge this methodology. Sign up for free introductory videos and blogs, follow the video based conversation around the challenges facing our special needs kiddos today.
Testimonials
“Richard Hurley’s approach to music instruction emphasizes collaboration with parents and other professionals to deliver a program of instruction that is consistent and highly individualized to meet the needs of each learner. Richard provides an incredible opportunity for learners that might otherwise struggle in conventional music lessons – truly a unique and valuable resource for families!”
Laura Bernard Moon, M.Ed, BCBA;
Owner, KTL Behavioral Therapy and Consultation
“Richard Hurley is brilliant when it comes to teaching children and young adults on the autism spectrum. What impresses me most about Richard is his calm, even demeanor. He has a real ability in reading the child and where they are in the moment—from moment to moment at times. I highly recommend Richard Hurley and his style of piano teaching to those living with Autism and their family.”
Angela R. Balmer
Occupational Therapist
“Richard’s ability to adapt and grow with a student has helped to nurture and bring out incredible talent.”
Lauren Dooley
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
“Hurley Piano’s approach incorporates a variety of strategies including use of current technology. Hurley Piano is open to working collaboratively with other professionals with kids with ASD.”
Christine Gaharan
Occupational Therapist