Group Beginner Piano Lessons
These group piano lessons are the perfect launch-pad for your beginner musician to learn the basics of the piano and prepare for one-on-one lessons.
Ruthie Jo Wise
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(43)
What's included
4 live meetings
2 in-class hoursHomework
2-4 hours per week. Learners will be expected to practice multiple times throughout the week and complete their written theory homework. Their level of practice will be reflected in their level of progress!Class Experience
These group piano lessons are the perfect launch-pad to get your student ready for one-on-one piano lessons. In these beginner group piano lessons, we will be learning: * How the piano works * Healthy hand and finger technique * Basic Music Theory * New songs to put what we're learning into practice Week 1: Students will learn the basics of the piano, finger numbers, basics of rhythm and pitch. Week 2: Students will put finger numbers into practice by learning 3 songs I will send them the week prior. Week 3: Students will play practiced songs from week two, and we will learn the basics of the white keys. More songs will be provided to practice the white keys Week 4: Students will perform songs and receive feedback, discuss the music theory concepts they have learned, and make a plan to continue their learning experience.
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2021
5.0
43reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi, my name is Mrs. Ruthie, and I am so excited to meet you!
I am a professional harpist and private music teacher living in West Tennessee, USA. I teach from my own music studio online and in-person, and I am thrilled to expand my studio onto the Outschool platform. In my studio, I specialize in teaching private piano, voice, and harp lessons. Here on Outschool, you will find my "Piano Lessons: Personalized for You!" for any age group, as well as fun, small group singing classes for young learners and teenagers.
Music has been in my life since I was very young, when I began learning the piano at the age of 4. I started studying the harp at age 11, receiving my Diploma in Harp Performance from the acclaimed Associated Board of the Royal School of Music (ABRSM) in 2018. I am an alumni of Union University in Tennessee where I studied harp, voice, and piano. I graduated with my Bachelor's of Music in Composition in 2020.
Along with my classical music studies, I have well-rounded experience participating in many different styles of music while playing the harp, piano, or being a vocalist. I have experience in lead roles in musical theater productions, have participated in high-level choral and A-Capella singing groups, lead music with the piano in contemporary and more traditional churches, and played my harp for countless events ranging from symphonies to private parties. And as much as I love performing, in the last year and a half, I have found that I LOVE teaching music. With over 40 weekly private students ranging from 4 year-olds to 70 year-olds, teaching the beauty of music to my diverse student base keeps me inspired everyday. I hope to inspire your learner to love playing music as much as I do.
I live with my husband and our little orange kitten "Winnie" in a small town in Tennessee. Besides all things music, I love to spend time with my family and friends, cook yummy food, and work in my garden. Please reach out if you have any questions about my studio!Reviews
Live Group Class
$150
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
30 min
Completed by 15 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
1-2 learners per class
