First Piano Lesson!
In this playful and musical class, students will build knowledge in this one time class. This is a perfect introduction to the piano before dedicating to a course.
Mark Weathers
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(35)
What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed30 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Class Experience
This class will introduce basic concepts in piano and music theory, and will also give students a taste of group piano classes. In this class, we will cover proper posture, finger numbers, the history and anatomy of the piano, keyboard geography, quarter notes, and play 2 songs using all the concepts we have learned. A 7-week group class will be scheduled shortly and students will be able to schedule shortly. Students also have the option to schedule a private one on one lessons. This class will cover the following areas: -Learning the group of 2 and 3 black keys -finger numbers -anatomy of the piano -history of the piano -proper posture -note value -2 simple songs using Quarter Notes
Other Details
Supply List
Students will need a copy of Alfred Premier Piano Course on Amazon or your local music store. You will need the lesson book level 1A(red cover), if you will be continuing lessons for a long period of time then I suggest buying the technique and theory too. You will also need a keyboard or piano(preferred)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2020
4.9
35reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi! My name is Mark Weathers, but my students called me Mr. Mark. I started taking formal piano lessons when I was 10, but starting playing around when I was 7. My first passion for music from what I can remember has been showing other kids how to play some piano like Heart and Soul! I have been teaching for 8 years, and I am currently the chairman of my local Piano Festival Competition in my area, and organize meetings for all the piano teachers in my area to meet. I have been teaching piano, ukelele, cello for almost a decade full time. Teaching music has the been most rewarding thing I have ever done in my life, and I plan to do it for the rest of my life. I am an active member of Music Teacher's National Association and National Federation of Music Clubs.
I believe that music is for everyone and anyone can learn it. My role as a teacher is to help guide students towards their goals. While I am, classically trained with the piano I am open to students suggestions and questions during the learning process. Students will learn variety of styles from pop to blues to classical to jazz. I also help students with RCM exam prep for students who are interested.
I am actually a citizen of Alaska, and lived here my entire life. But a fan fact I have lived in the Phillippines for 2 years, where half of my family lives! When I'm not teaching music, I am hanging out with family, swimming in the lake, or painting! I love nature, and exploring the different opportunities Alaska offers. A fun goal would be to travel Canada and visit all 50 states in the future.
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Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$30
per sessionMeets on demand
30 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-9
