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Music for Little Mozarts Private Piano Lessons
Gail's Piano School (BA Music Education, TESOL)
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(81)
Beginners will learn fundamentals of playing notes and rhythms and simple songs, using Music for Little Mozarts lesson book.
Class Experience
In this class, the students will begin with the basics of piano, with the characters of Beethoven Bear and Mozart Mouse. Also, as the weeks progress, they will learn more musical concepts and continually build their confidence. I need a parent in the class with their student to keep them on task and to help them with various activities. This class is for the young child who will learn keyboard awareness and rhythmic awareness, learn simple songs and basic musical terms. I will be...
- 1) Learn to recognize notes and sounds. 2) Finger independence 3) Coordination of fingers 4) Playing note values (short and long notes) 5) Distinguish high and low note sounds.
I have taught children preschool through high school for over 25 years. I have a Bachelor's in Music Education with an emphasis in voice, and have played piano since I was 9 years old. I enjoyed accompanying many of my fellow Music majors for their juries (finals) in college. Knowing the basics gives children the confidence to pursue their favorite instrument and that's an amazing gift. I am patient and encouraging and love to engage with my students in a very positive way. I look forward to teaching your child.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: I would like students to practice 10-15 minutes a day, 5 days a week. This is the only way to progress quickly. I ask that you use a practice sheet to keep track of the time each day. Practice sheet download: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Music-Piano-Practice-Weekly-Log-Sheet-Beginners-2710641?st=7657f10d110e9b787f363bf1e1e32016Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: Informal assessment. I will let the parent know how your learner is progressing.
A piano or keyboard with at least 61 keys. Music for Little Mozarts Music Lesson Book 1 by Christine H. Barden, Gayle Kowalchyk- E.L. Lancaster (required) Music for Little Mozarts Music Workbook, Book 1. (required) Mozart Mouse and Beethoven Bear stuffed animals are fun, but not necessary.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
It is recommended that parents should stay off-camera during learning, as much as possible. This is Outschool's policy.
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Piano-Keyboard-with-Treble-Clef-Note-Names-397606
Joined September, 2020
5.0
81reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! I have taught pre-school through high school students for over 25 years. My bachelor's is in Music Education and I am a certified TESOL teacher for speakers of other languages. I am passionate about a happy learning environment. ...
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1-on-1 Lessons
$28
per sessionMeets on demand
25 min
Completed by 20 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 4-6
