What's included
Homework
1-2 hours per week. Homework will be practice time in between viewed FLEX class video postings and a few worksheets and games that can be printed. A total of approximately 20 minutes, 3-4 different times during the week, should be enough to secure the information and be prepared for the next lesson. Slides from the weekly slideshow may be printed at the parent's discretion. Students need to be able to view the screen while at their keyboard to attempt the songs while watching the demonstrations and for recording a sample of their playing to submit to Mrs. Pauli during the week. Printed slides are great for practice time when learners are taking a break from screen-time.Class Experience
This FLEX class is a flexible schedule, asynchronous pre-recorded video series that follows: FLEX (Part A) Piano Lessons #1-4 Keyboard Class https://outschool.com/classes/flex-piano-lessons-1-4-beginner-keyboard-class-3CBViqyY?usid=68L3v1Jk&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link and FLEX (Part B1) Piano Lessons #5-9 Keyboard Class https://outschool.com/classes/flex-piano-lessons-5-9-beginner-keyboard-class-TftGnOvv?usid=68L3v1Jk&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link During this course, the video lessons will build upon the knowledge of the prior coursework each week. Practice during the week between viewing the video classes is highly recommended. Access to a keyboard/piano and view of a screen while playing is necessary. Printing out the material is recommended but optional. Videos and slideshows will be posted on the classroom page at 12 Noon Eastern time on Sunday each week. Learner submitted homework or practice videos will be viewed and feedback provided during the week. I will return feedback within 24 hours of receiving homework or practice videos. The equivalent live version of this class is the second half of Piano Music Class 1. If you are looking for a live class with scheduled meetings, please use this link: https://outschool.com/classes/piano-music-class-1-9ZgJZ8nm?usid=68L3v1Jk&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link The weekly pre-recorded videos will contain the following information, homework and song to practice. Learners are asked to return homework by screenshot or photo attachment and submit videos of practicing either on the classroom page or by email to Mrs. Pauli for feedback. Week 1: Intervals: Minor 2nd, Major 2nd, Minor 3rd, Major 3rd Bass clef BINGO game homework. SONG: Old MacDonald with video submitting homework for feedback *Guided practice video for Week 1 Material provided* Week 2: Intervals: Perfect 4th, Tri-tone, Perfect 5th, Perfect 8th, Notes homework. SONG: Take Me Out to the Ball Game with video submitting homework for feedback *Guided practice video for Week 2 Material provided* Week 3: Intervals: Minor 6th, Major 6th, Minor 7th, Major 7th, Note stem homework. SONG: Lavender's Blue with video submitting homework for feedback *Guided practice video for Week 3 Material provided* Week 4: Review intervals, Intervals quiz. SONG: Largo from the New World Symphony with video submitting homework for feedback *Guided practice video for Week 4 Material provided* Week 5: Dynamics, dynamics matching homework, Dynamics BINGO game. SONG: La Ci Darem La Mano with video submitting homework for feedback *Guided practice video for Week 5 Material provided* Students who have completed all five classes, as well as practiced the material between classes, should be ready to continue to lessons #15-19 or Piano Music Class 2 live: https://outschool.com/classes/piano-music-class-2-2Q70S8jy?usid=68L3v1Jk&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link
Learning Goals
Over the five lessons, we will cover note names, intervals, ear training, dynamics, and two hand songs. A slideshow is provided so each learner can print and practice the new songs during the week between video lessons.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Google Slideshow links for each lesson are provided after class to the learner's Outschool system email. Music slides may be printed for practicing off screens.
Any youtube videos posted on the Classroom page will be opened in a small window on Outschool. Learners will NOT be asked to go to Youtube on their own.
Supply List
Learners will need to view the videos and new music on their screen while sitting at their piano or keyboard. The music will be provided and can be printed or viewed online for praciticing. Learners are NOT required to purchase any books or materials to participate in this class since Mrs. Pauli arranges all of the public domain music herself and provides it in the slideshow. Having paper and a pencil to take notes is helpful for some learners.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Music from California State University, Long Beach
Mrs. Pauli has taught piano lessons for over 25 years after earning a Bachelor's in Music from California State University, Long Beach. She has been a teacher on Outschool since April 2020. She arranges her own music from the public domain and provides it to learners.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$15
weekly5 weeks
Completed by 6 learners
No live video meetings
Ages: 8-13