Beginner Piano/Keyboard Class 1
Students get a great start on playing piano/keyboard in this class. The materials and pace are specifically designed for 5-6 year old learners. Small class size means all learners will receive plenty of individual attention from me.
Mary Comtois
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5.0
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What's included
16 live meetings
8 in-class hoursAssignments
1 hour per week. Students will be given assignments weekly, and the details of their assignment will be given to parents. Parents should schedule the student’s practice time and will be given details about that, too. All assignments are appropriate for young beginners, and will often build upon the previous assignments.Certificate of Completion
1 after class completionClass Experience
US Grade Kindergarten - 1
Beginner Level
In this class, students will learn the very basics of: playing piano/keyboard, reading music, listening skills, creating music, and sharing with their classmates. The class is very interactive, so students will be learning by experiencing in every class. They will have ample opportunities to ask questions and interact with me. My teaching style is loving, encouraging, and student centered. I make sure students understand and demonstrate what they’re learning.
Learning Goals
Students will learn the basic functions of keyboards.Students will learn basic finger dexterity for playing piano/keyboard.
Syllabus
16 Lessons
over 16 WeeksLesson 1:
Intro and getting to know you!
All students will have an opportunity to introduce themselves (optional). I’ll introduce myself, and share what the students will learn throughout the class. Students will be introduced to how the piano sounds and the names of some parts of the piano. 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Intro continued
The students will continue from where we left off last week: review what we learned about the piano and learn some basics about the keyboard. 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Start of playing
Students will start playing in this lesson, so they will need an instrument. 30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Playing
We’ll pick up where we left off last week and continue to learn basics of playing. 30 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
Students should have regular access to either a keyboard or a piano in good working condition by the third class. Keyboards should have regular sized keys. I strongly recommend that keyboards be plugged in, rather than relying on batteries. Pedals will not be used in this class. A sturdy bench or chair with no arms is necessary. Please have the device your learner is using adequately charged and placed so that I have a clear view of the piano/keyboard and the student’s hands. That way I can best help everyone. A parent or parent approved adult should be present (off camera, as per Outschool policies) if a student needs support with any aspect of class, such as learning, technology, staying on task, or any other need. Please make sure the zoom settings are working properly at the beginning of each class. A quiet environment is very helpful for this class. Anything that can be done to help learners listen and focus on the class will be very helpful to them and to me. If you have any questions or need recommendations for a keyboard or piano, please let me know and I’ll be happy to make suggestions. We will use one book: Music for Little Mozart Lesson Book 1 (Approx. $15 plus tax on Amazon - the book is orange and yellow)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2024
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Music from University of Illinois
I have been teaching piano for over 30 years and have been teaching online since 2004. I have Bachelors and Masters degrees in music education and piano performance. I have decades of experience teaching piano/keyboard to children ages 5-7.Reviews
Live Group Course
$199
for 16 classes1x per week, 16 weeks
30 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-6
3-7 learners per class
