Learn Piano Now (Level 11) with Dr. Nathan
Dr. Nathan
Rising Star
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(64)
In this ongoing class, students will continue their musical journey at The Royal Conservatory's Prep A Level.
Class experience
1. Week of June 10: Owl in the Night (Catherine Rollin), Technique, Sight Playing, Rhythm Reading 2. Week of June 17: Allegro in C Major, op. 1, No. 4 (Alexander Reinagle), Technique, Sight Playing, Clapback 3. Week of June 24: The Juggler (Nancy Faber and Randall Faber), Technique, Sight Playing, Playback 4. Week of July 8: Curious Cat (Teresa Richert), Technique, Repertoire #4, Mini-lessons 5. Week of July 15: Performances (Technique + Repertoire #1-4), Review Games Level 11 is an ongoing...
Students will be able to: 1. Identify intervals by sight and by ear 2. Identify standard rhythmic notation 3. Copy rhythmic patterns with counting and clapping 4. Sight read simple rhythmic and melodic examples on the grand staff (including sharps and flats) 5. Discuss some of the historical context of the piano 6. Perform pieces for fellow students as well as friends and family 7. Develop appropriate playing posture and hand position 8. Use the damper pedal while playing
Dr. Nathan earned a BM in Music Education, a MM in Piano Performance, and a DMA in Piano Pedagogy. He has been teaching since 2014.
Homework Offered
Learners will want to practice and perform the songs they learn in class. Two to three hours of practice is recommended each week. It is best to divide this into six 25-minute sessions.2 - 4 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Each student will receive feedback during each class regarding sight playing or technique. In the 4th week of each cycle, students will hear more detailed comments during their mini-lesson. Dr. Nathan and classmates will offer feedback during performances. Students will earn a certificate once they have completed the requirements for a Royal Conservatory Prep A Exam.Grades Offered
Celebration Series Piano Repertoire Preparatory A. ($20) Piano or Digital Keyboard (88 velocity-sensitive keys, weighted action, and pedal)
Rising Star
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(64)
I teach piano classes for beginning through advanced students. My undergraduate and graduate degrees have focused on music and teaching (B.M. Music Education, M.M. Piano Performance, D.M.A. Piano Pedagogy). I began teaching while still in high...
Group Class
$30
weekly1x per week
40 min
Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
3-6 learners per class
