Intermediate Piano - Small Group Class - Level V
In this 6-meeting intermediate piano course, students will expand upon the keyboard skills they have developed in Early Intermediate Piano - Level U.
Renee Serritella, MMEd
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(191)
What's included
6 live meetings
4 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
2-4 hours per week. Students will need to put in about 3-4 hours of practice each week to stay on top of class material. We build material each lesson so it is essential that students come to class prepared so we can continue moving forward in the music.Assessment
I will offer feedback after students perform an exercise and, if needed, provide suggestions to help the student master the concept. Mistakes are a part of learning a musical instrument! So students should not worry if they play the exercise or a piece correct on the first try. Together we will learn how to progress through new music and learn new musical concepts.Class Experience
Intermediate Level
Please note: This class picks up where Early Intermediate Piano Level U leaves off. Prospective students should be familiar with major and minor triads/scales, chord inversions and one-octave arpeggios. Sight reading music is essential to this class so prospective students should be comfortable with reading music in the Level 5 Piano Adventures series (material from Level U). In this class, students will explore the circle of 4ths and 5ths in all major keys, a chordal ballad, two-octave arpeggios, a new piece by Gurlitt, a blues featuring rolled chords, flat key signatures, two-octave flat scales and a piece by JC Bach featuring a grand cadence. Please note: We will be using Piano Adventures Lesson Book Level 5 (2nd Edition) for this class. It is a required text for the class. Please see the class syllabus for weekly breakdown.
Learning Goals
In this class, students will explore the circle of 4ths and 5ths in all major keys, a chordal ballad, two-octave arpeggios, a new piece by Gurlitt, a blues featuring rolled chords, flat key signatures, two-octave flat scales and a piece by JC Bach featuring a grand cadence.
Syllabus
6 Lessons
over 6 WeeksLesson 1:
Two-Octave Arpeggios
Arpeggio technique for right and left hand; start a piece using two-octave arpeggios. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Whirlwind
Continue developing Whirlwind; work on smoothing out two-octave arpeggios 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Blues & Rolled Chords
We'll begin a new blues piece that features rolled chords and half-step movement. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Blues development & Flat-key signatures
We'll continue to develop St. Louis Blues and work on various flat key signatures. 45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Pre-Requisites
Instructor assessment or completion of Level U
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined January, 2020
5.0
191reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Illinois Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Welcome to my page! I love working with students who are eager to learn more about guitar, piano, songwriting and ukulele. I strive to keep lessons fun and engaging while helping students discover their musical voices! I believe in creating a safe environment for students to take risks in music. It brings me a lot of joy to watch students become more confident players and songwriters.
I have a BA in music from Columbia College Chicago and a MMEd (master’s degree in music education) from VanderCook College of Music. I am currently based in Brooklyn, NY. I have toured the US with various bands and ensembles over the years including an indie-rock quintet, a 10-piece chamber rock ensemble, Girl Group Chicago, a big band orchestra and as a solo musician. I have accompanied for the Music in the Parks competition and have participated as a theatre pit musician in various Chicago productions for Porchlight Music Theatre, Stage Door Fine Arts and The Neo-Futurists. I compose and perform my own music and am currently recording my second solo album! I often tour with my band, Renée Catrine, and as a guitarist for Eliza and the Organix. Reviews
Live Group Course
$134
for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
45 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
3-5 learners per class
