Piano Made Fun, Part 1, Ages 4-5
This 4 week class would be perfect curious 4-5 year olds who love exploring the piano. They will be introduced to the basics of playing the instrument and learn simple songs on the black keys using finger numbers.
Lana Doncov
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(43)
What's included
8 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Student may practice the songs they learned during the lesson and complete fun worksheets assignments.Class Experience
In this fun and hands-on class, young learners will learn about the basics of playing the piano, including finger numbers, groups of two and three black keys, music alphabet, and names of the white keys.
Students will be learning to play songs on the black keys by finger numbers.
Week 1: Introduction, getting familiar with the piano keyboard, learning high and low sounds, learning Right and Left Hand finger numbers. We will cover Unit 1 songs, Transportation Theme, playing with Right Hand, fingers 2, 3.
Week 2 : We will cover Unit 2, the Insects Theme: we will learn how to play up to 4 songs on the 2 black keys using Left Hand fingers 2, 3.
Week 3 : We will cover Unit 3, the Food Theme: we will learn how to play up to 4 songs on the 3 black keys using Right Hand
fingers 2,3, and 4.
Week 4: We will cover Unit 4 , the Animal Theme: We will learn to play up tho 4 songs on the 3 black keys with Left Hand fingers 2,3, and 4. We will have Mini Recital in our final class. We will review songs we have learned. Then students will play their favorite songs for each other.
In addition, we will cover the concepts, such as, Beat, Tempo, and Dynamics.
Students will need to purchase a piano book "Pre-Reading Made Fun", blue starter book by Kevin and Julia Olson, available on amazon or sheetmusicplus.com.
There will be additional printouts and worksheets provided to make learning about piano fun and engaging.Learning Goals
Student will learn finger numbers, groups of 2 and 3 black key, play songs on the black keys.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Students might need parents assistance during the lesson, as well as help with practicing outside the lesson.
Supply List
Access to a piano or piano keyboard Students may need some help from parents with navigating around the keyboard and positioning their fingers on the keys. Piano book "Pre-Reading Made Fun" blue starter book by Kevin and Julia Olson, available on amazon or sheetmusicplus.com. Pencils Additional worksheets will be provided
3 files available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Students will need to purchase a piano book "Pre-Reading Made Fun", blue starter book by Kevin and Julia Olson, available on amazon or sheetmusicplus.com.
Joined July, 2020
4.9
43reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! My name is Lana Doncov and I'm super excited to be part of your learning journey on Outschool.
I have a background in Early Childhood Education and have been teaching piano at my personal studio, Music Steps Academy, for the last 15 years.
I love working with all ages, especially young beginners. I'm very passionate about sharing my love of music with others and helping them discover their inner talents. I love seeing my students being excited about learning and enjoying making music. That is why I make my lessons fun and engaging.
I can't wait to see you in my classroom!Reviews
Live Group Class
$135
for 8 classes2x per week, 4 weeks
25 min
Completed by 7 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 4-6
2-4 learners per class
