Miss Melissa's Magnific Piano Music Theory Class for Beginners: 12-Week Course
In this 12-week introductory course, students will learn the beginning basics of music theory including, but not limited to, Geography of the Keyboard, Time Signature, the Staff & Clef signs, Dynamics, Slurs, Ties, Rests, Intervals, & more!
Melissa Kosubinsky
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(28)
What's included
12 live meetings
5 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Review the concepts learned in the lesson by completing the assigned page in the Alfred's Basic Piano Library Theory Book Level 1AClass Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
Beginner Level
Thanks for wanting to know more! For this course, there is no experience necessary. A keyboard may be helpful, but also not necessary. Students will be taught the basics of music theory that pertain to playing the piano. Concepts will include, but are not limited to, geography of the keyboard, note types, the musical alphabet, time signature, and more. I will explain and demonstrate the various music theory concepts using various tools such as the whiteboard, the keyboard, and prompting questions that students may volunteer to participate. In general, my teaching style is based around each learner's style(s). Also, class participation is encouraged through various forms. These may range from speaking, drawing, using hand movements, or using emoticons; whichever the student is most comfortable. The following are general guidelines for topics to be covered each week. IMPORTANT NOTES: First, this course is NOT for learning how to play music on the piano. It is for MUSIC THEORY which teaches basic concepts about different aspects of music. It may lightly touch on areas where learning how to play the piano at the same time would be helpful. Second, please review the dates carefully before enrolling in this course as there are no make-ups for any classes missed. However, the student is encouraged to watch the recorded sessions to "catch up" with any missed live lessons.
Learning Goals
Students will improve their understanding of music theory including geography of the piano, types of notes, pitch, dynamics, the musical alphabet, intervals, and rests.
Syllabus
12 Lessons
over 12 WeeksLesson 1:
Week 1
We will take some time to get acquainted with members of our class! We will open up with sharing favorite songs. Students will be introduced to the GEOGRAPHY of the black and white notes on the keyboard. We will also learn about the different TYPES OF NOTES through counting, clapping, and/or drawing. 25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Week 2
We will learn about NOTE STEMS and BAR LINES. Then, we will dive into PITCH (high and low) through various sounds (i.e. animals, vehicles, nature, etc.) 25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Week 3
We will apply our knowledge of pitch to the keyboard. Today, we will learn about DYNAMICS. 25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Week 4
Let's apply what we learned about dynamics and sing a song loudly the first time and softly the second time! Today, we will play a game called, "Name that Key!" We will learn about the MUSICAL ALPHABET through singing, drawing, and/or listening then guessing. 25 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
We will be using Alfred's Basic Piano Library THEORY book - Level 1A as our guide. Students have the option of getting the book ahead of time to then follow along during class. Getting the book may be helpful, but is not required for this course.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
We will be using Alfred's Basic Piano Library THEORY book - Level 1A as our guide. Students have the option of getting the book ahead of time to then follow along during class. Getting the book may be helpful, but is not required for this course.
Joined April, 2020
4.9
28reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I started taking piano lessons when I was just six (6) years old. I studied at Settlement Music School in Abington, Pa. and was trained in classical piano, but have branched out and enjoy playing all kinds of music. A graduate of La Salle University, I come from a musical family, where instruments lay scattered around the living room, and in the evenings each person might pick up anything for a spontaneous "jam."
I have been giving lessons to both children and adults for many years. I love to allow the interests and needs of my student(s) to guide the repertoire and areas of study. I enjoy encouraging others, being a part of their evolution, and helping people go further than they thought they could go.
More than anything for my students, I want to get them to a place where they want to keep learning and growing and spread the "bug" for music with those around them. My goal, as a teacher, is that lessons should encourage not just good form and practice, but also, the fundamental love and enjoyment of the process. I believe that all kinds of art - music, visual, written, etc.- relieves stress and that art is a way to heal and grow as a person.
I enjoy playing music and leading sing-a-longs for senior citizens, painting, and occasionally creating murals within my community. I enjoy gardening, the beach, and generally spending time and moving around outside.
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Live Group Course
$15
weekly or $180 for 12 classes1x per week, 12 weeks
25 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-11
1-15 learners per class
