First Steps Into Piano, Ages 6-8. Lesson 1
This fun and engaging class will introduce 6-8 year olds to the basics of playing the piano, including proper posture, finger numbers, keyboard layout, exploring high and low sounds and learning a song on the black keys.
Lana Doncov
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(43)
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Students may complete their workbook assignments and practice playing the song they learned during the class. Short video tutorial will be available after the class.Class Experience
Note: This class is somewhat Fall themed, since the lyrics of song we will be learning include word “pumpkin”. It will be offered again in the Fall, but If you are interested in taking it now feel free to request the times. This is the 1st lesson in the series of 3 lessons that will introduce beginners to the basics of playing the piano. At the beginning of the class, we will learn about good piano posture and explore high, low, and medium sounds on the piano. We will learn the finger numbers, black keys patterns, and will practice finding and playing the groups of 2 and 3 black keys. Then, the teacher will tell a short story about Peter and his Cat, read a poem, and show how to play "Peter, Peter, Pumpkin Eater" on the black keys. Students will practice playing their new song for the remaining of the class. Students will have a downloadable workbook that they can print out and use during the lesson or after, as they continue practicing piano outside the lesson.
Learning Goals
Students will learn about good piano posture and hand position, groups of 2 and 3 black keys, sounds on the piano, and will learn how to play "Peter, Perter," on the black keys (part 1).
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Young learners might need parent's assistance during the lesson.
Supply List
Since learning to play piano is a hands-on process, an access to a piano or piano keyboard is highly recommended. If you don't have one yet, there will be a PDF of a keyboard for you to print out. You can print out several copies and tape them together to make a paper keyboard. Other supplies that are recommended for this class to make learning more engaging and fun: 1. Favorite stuffed animal. 2. Red and blue pencils or markers 3. Small stickers or mini erasers to mark the keys. 4. Paper to write on or printed Workbook (PDF will be provided)
2 files available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2020
4.9
43reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! My name is Lana Doncov and I'm super excited to be part of your learning journey on Outschool.
I have a background in Early Childhood Education and have been teaching piano at my personal studio, Music Steps Academy, for the last 15 years.
I love working with all ages, especially young beginners. I'm very passionate about sharing my love of music with others and helping them discover their inner talents. I love seeing my students being excited about learning and enjoying making music. That is why I make my lessons fun and engaging.
I can't wait to see you in my classroom!Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$15
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 37 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-9
2-4 learners per class
