Blast Off to Piano Camp
In this 8 week class pianists will learn basics of piano in a fun and supportive way. Taught by an experienced educator, students will learn how to read music, rhythms and learn songs. No experience is necessary.
What's included
8 live meetings
5 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Students will be able to: 1. Identify patterns of black and white keys at the piano 2. Identify the musical alphabet on the piano keys 3. Identify standard rhythmic notation 4. Recall finger numbers on both hands 5. Copy rhythmic patterns with counting and clapping 6. Discuss some of the history of the piano 7. Transpose pieces to different keys at the piano 8. Perform pieces for fellow students as well as friends and family 9. Compose their own pieces by using previously learned patterns
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 2 WeeksLesson 1:
Let's learn the Piano
Prepare for launch! After a thrilling introduction detailing mission procedures and expectations, cadets will identify and explore patterns of black keys. They will replicate these patterns by ear and visual prompts, and even create new ones, leading to the folk song "Mary Had a Little Lamb." 40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Finger Number Galaxy
We begin with a review of black-key patterns. Cadets will have a chance to share their newly created patterns. The Finger-Number Game will introduce the numbering system. Cadets will copy patterns from the commander (teacher) and then take turns "being the commander." Finger-number patterns will be used to learn "Old MacDonald Had a Farm." 40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Musical Alphabet (CDE) Voyage
After reviewing finger numbers and "Mary Had a Little Lamb," we will transpose the tune to the white keys. Cadets will discuss the change in sound and experiment with transposition to discover other groups of keys with similar sounds. 40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Musical Alphabet (FGAB) Exploration
Cadets will showcase pieces learned in previous missions and/or pieces they've composed using learned patterns. To complete the musical alphabet, cadets will learn a new song composed by Ms. Jeanetta or the class, exploring the remaining white keys. 40 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
Teacher developed handouts will be provided prior to each class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined November, 2022
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello!
I am a fun and extremely multi-instrumentalist which is a fancy word for I play many instruments. My passion lies with teaching piano, violin, viola and general music. I love guiding new musicians as well as advanced on their musical journey. I have over 20 years of teaching experience that has produced a whole learner centric philosophy on teaching. I believe you have to be aware of a musician's emotional and social well-being for them to connect and fully be present in their musical studies. Something fun about me is I enjoy finding new and unique coffee houses.Reviews
Live Group Course
$53
weekly or $105 for 8 classes4x per week, 2 weeks
40 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-8
2-6 learners per class
