What's included
8 live meetings
4 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. I’m sure you’ve heard the saying, “Practice makes perfect”! Learners are encouraged to practice at least 50 minutes a week (10 minutes for 5 days) so that they are able to stay on pace with their peers in class. Learners will also complete written Theory pages that will help with comprehension of what we learn in class each week.Class Experience
This class is for learners who have completed Beginner Piano Lessons: Level 1 (a & b) and want to continue in learning to play the piano. If you have a learner who has not completed the prior class, but has some beginner experience in piano, please reach out to me to see if this class may be a good fit. If your learner is new to playing the Piano, copy the link below to sign up for the first class in my Beginner Piano Lesson series. https://outschool.com/classes/beginner-piano-lessons-level-1a-AyCIxsmg?usid=wIYXlKPR&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link **************************************************************************************************** SCHEDULE Class 1: Introduction, Review, and the Grand Staff (Lesson pgs. 16-17 | Theory pg. 13) Class 2: Measuring Distances in Music (Lesson pg. 18 | Theory pg. 14 #1-2) Class 3: The Dotted Half Note (Lesson pg. 19 | Theory pg. 14 #3-4) Class 4: 3/4 Time Signature (Lesson pg. 20 | Theory pg. 15) Class 5: Slurs and Tied Notes (Lesson pg. 21 | Theory pg. 16) Class 6: Measuring 3rds (Lesson pg. 22 | Theory pg. 17 #1-2 | Challenge Piece: Lesson pg. 23) Class 7: Melodic and Harmonic Intervals (Lesson pgs. 24-25 | Theory pg. 17 #13) Class 8: Review Week After completing this class I offer additional Levels to allow learners to continue learning. You can check out those classes below! Intermediate Piano Lessons: Level 3 (8 weeks) https://outschool.com/classes/intermediate-piano-lessons-level-3-MFH9d2T2?usid=wIYXlKPR&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link Private Piano Lessons | Ongoing Class for Beginner or Experienced Learners https://outschool.com/classes/private-piano-lessons-or-ongoing-class-for-beginner-or-experienced-learners-UN9AaTyk?usid=wIYXlKPR&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link **************************************************************************************************** ADDITIONAL CLASSES OFFERED I offer a referral discount for my classes. For every friend you invite to enroll in one of my classes, you get $5 off one of your classes and so does the friend! Just message me the name of the friend and I'll watch for their enrollment! | One Time Classes | Piano 101: A Beginner Piano Lesson https://outschool.com/classes/piano-101-a-beginner-piano-lesson-uxiUBV6v?usid=wIYXlKPR&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link Be a Star! a One-Time Beginner Singing | Voice Lesson https://outschool.com/classes/be-a-star-a-beginner-singingvoice-lesson-LVoXPFvn?usid=wIYXlKPR&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link Recorder Karate 101: Beginners Can Learn to Read Music and Play an Instrument https://outschool.com/classes/recorder-karate-101-music-reading-beginner-band-fun-ibSiylVw?usid=wIYXlKPR&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link 1:1 Private Lesson: Piano, Voice, Musical Theater, Audition Prep https://outschool.com/classes/11-private-lesson-piano-voice-musical-theater-audition-prep-klcAo7mm?usid=wIYXlKPR&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link | Ongoing Classes | Singing Club | Weekly Voice Lessons for Beginners https://outschool.com/classes/weekly-singingvoice-lessons-ongoing-class-for-beginners-5iIihoou?usid=wIYXlKPR&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link Recorder Karate Club: Have Fun Reading Music and Mastering Your Instrument https://outschool.com/classes/recorder-karate-club-have-fun-reading-music-and-mastering-your-instrument-vfBYOpxy?usid=wIYXlKPR&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link By the conclusion of this class, learners will have had the opportunity to learn 10 songs, be able to read music notation on the Grand Staff, transfer the music that they read to playing it on the piano and will be ready to start learning to play both hands at the same time!
Other Details
Supply List
Please ensure to have all Materials ready prior to starting class. Learners will need: - A Piano or Keyboard - Pencil - Ear Phones/Buds (If they do not have a quiet background) - 2 Method Books (See Below) The two books below are required for this course. Please have them purchased by our first lesson. If you have taken my Beginner Piano Lessons: Level 1, you already have these books! Lesson Book: https://www.amazon.com/Piano-Lesson-Book-Complete-Beginner/dp/0882848178/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=alfred+piano+lesson+book&qid=1627004031&sr=8-4 Theory Book: https://www.amazon.com/Alfreds-Basic-Library-Theory-Complete/dp/0882848275/ref=pd_bxgy_img_1/143-2031748-3074204?pd_rd_w=lG5kx&pf_rd_p=c64372fa-c41c-422e-990d-9e034f73989b&pf_rd_r=VFDNPEKB5C2ZAAJFP5D3&pd_rd_r=1fc49238-e0d6-4e88-bfa3-61abb0f149e7&pd_rd_wg=T0Ykh&pd_rd_i=0882848275&psc=1 Keyboard (Touch Sensitive): This Keyboard is not required, but is excellent for beginners if you don’t already have a piano or keyboard for lessons. AMAZON Yamaha PSRE373 61-Key Touch Sensitive Portable Keyboard (Power Adapter Sold Separately) https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-PSRE373-Sensitive-Portable-Separately/dp/B08GHXB78L/ref=asc_df_B08GHXB78L/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=475752463347&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14574629484760249076&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9026173&hvtargid=pla-1037713834310&psc=1 GUITAR CENTER Yamaha PSR-E373 61-Key Portable Keyboard With Power Adapter https://www.guitarcenter.com/Yamaha/PSR-E373-61-Key-Portable-Keyboard-With-Power-Adapter.gc?rNtt=Yamaha%20PSRE373%2061-Key%20Touch%20Sensitive%20Portable%20Keyboard&index=1 Yamaha PSR-E373 Portable Keyboard With Power Adapter Beginner Package https://www.guitarcenter.com/Yamaha/PSR-E373-Portable-Keyboard-With-Power-Adapter.gc?rNtt=Yamaha%20PSRE373%2061-Key%20Touch%20Sensitive%20Portable%20Keyboard&index=3
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Maryland Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Hello Outschool Families! I’m a certified educator in the USA. I've been teaching on Outschool for two years now and have loved establishing relationships with learners and their families, some I still have since I started! I've been teaching the Piano for just over 15 years and teaching a variety of other Performing Arts subjects since graduating with my degree in Music Education in 2009.
Music has been a passion of mine since I was a child. I grew up in a musical family, sang in church and school, began piano lessons in first grade, was in several musicals, was in the band where I played the flute and piccolo, and lead music at my church on the worship team. I am passionate about students and education! Here are a couple facts about me.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION
- Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education
- Certified Teacher
- Primary Instruments: Piano, Voice and Flute.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
- Private Instruction for 15+ years
- Public Elementary School Music Teacher for 11 years
- Public Middle School Performing Arts Teacher for 2 years
- Summer Camps (Church and Public Performing Arts)
CLASSES TAUGHT
I've taught a variety of subjects, but my favorite are Performing Arts Classes. I've taken my Choirs to perform at Disney World and have directed Musicals in Elementary Schools and Middle Schools including, Jungle Book Kids and Beauty and the Beast Junior. Below are just selection of classes I have experience teaching.
- Choir/Chorus (in person)
- Beginning Band (in person)
- Voice Lessons (in person/online)
- Piano Lessons (in person/online)
- Musical Theater (in person)
- Orff Ensemble (in person)
- Recorder (in person/online)
- Group Piano Classes (in person/online)
- Audition Preparation (in person/online)
- Music Theory (in person/online)
I believe it’s important to be a life long learner and that’s why Outschool is so awesome. This platform allows learners to hone in on a specific subject, learn more about what they’re interested in, or discover their talent in the fine arts developing students into well rounded individuals! My goal is that every learner and family leaves my class feeling their time was well spent!
I look forward to getting to know you and hope our time together will leave a lasting impact!
Reviews
Live Group Class
$160
for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
30 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-11
2-5 learners per class