This 4-week course is intended to prepare students ages 8-11 for traditional piano lessons by learning pages 1-47 of Faber's Piano Adventures Method Book, Level Primer. It is a great option for creating a foundation for future lessons, and to guage the learner's interest before beginning private lessons. See "Supply List" for more info on the correct kind of keyboard needed for the course.

IMPORTANT: This course requires outside practice. If a student falls behind and cannot catch up on their own, they may need to purchase a supplemental 30-minute class, which is not included in tuition. 

In this class, students will learn the following: 

-Piano note names
-Foundations of technique to ensure healthy playing
-Basics of reading musical notation (notes and rhythms)
-Pages 1-47 of Faber's Piano Adventures Method Book, Level Primer


Class Structure:

This course is kept small to create the most "hands-on" virtual experience possible! All students are encouraged to ask questions and play for me at any time for affirmation or critique. Students will attend class at their own keyboard or piano and actively participate. Mics will be muted for most of class, that way students can hear me and are not distracted by their classmates.

I have two cameras, one with a side view and another with a close-up view of my hands. Students should have their own book, and class materials will be also shared to the screen for everyone to see.


Student Interaction:

Mics will be muted for most of class, meaning students will not interact with each other. However, students are allowed to ask questions at any time. There will also be required class participation, during which students will play and can share their answers/experiences.


Parental Involvement:

Adult help may be necessary for some students, depending on their prior piano experience and learning style.


Teaching Style:

My teaching style is patient, warm, and enthusiastic. I want students to love piano as much as I do!


Required Knowledge/Experience:

Students must know the difference between their right hand and left hand. No musical knowledge is required.


Tentative Course Schedule: 
(Note that homework assignments may be lessened/adjusted each week.)


•	Week 1
      o	Lesson: 1-18, 21
      o	Homework: pp. 17, 19, 20, 22, 23

•	Week 2
      o	Review: 19, 20, 22, 23
      o	Lesson: 24-26, 29, 31
      o	Technique: C 5-finger pattern
      o	Homework: C 5-finger pattern; 27, 28, 30

•	Week 3
      o	Review: C 5-finger pattern; 27, 28, 30
      o	Lesson: 32-37, 39
      o	Technique: G 5-finger pattern
      o	Homework: C and G 5-finger patterns; 38, 40, 41

•	Week 4
      o	Review: C and G 5-finger patterns; 38, 40, 41
      o	Lesson: 42-44, 46 
      o	Technique: D 5-finger pattern
      o	Homework (if continuing to Part 2): C, G, and D 5-finger patterns; 45, 46, 47