Piano lessons near me in Irvine, CA

The Tutor and Student worked on piano exercises, specifically Czerny's Opus 802 and 599. They analyzed musical phrasing, interpretation, and the concept of etudes as musical pieces versus simple exercises, with a focus on developing expressive playing.

The tutor and student reviewed music theory concepts including the circle of fifths, sharps, flats, and their relationship to musical keys and scales. They practiced building chords and scales, and discussed modes and their application in music. The student was encouraged to continue practicing hand exercises for dexterity and chord playing.

The tutor and student reviewed ear training techniques for piano, focusing on identifying notes and chords within songs. They then transitioned to guitar, practicing picking techniques, chord transitions, and rhythmic accuracy in specific songs.

The student and tutor reviewed music reading and chord practice, covering concepts like the grand staff, intervals, melody, harmony, and chords. They practiced playing "Twist and Shout" and discussed rhythm and chord charts. The next steps include practicing "Twist and Shout," listening to "Imagine," and reviewing book material.

The Tutor and Student reviewed piano scales and introduced musical keys. They then delved into the fundamentals of reading sheet music, including clefs, note values, and dynamics. The session also covered sharps, flats, and finger numbering, with a preliminary look at the song "Canon in D."

The Student practiced "The Revolving Door" with a metronome, focusing on maintaining consistent timing and correcting note errors. They also started learning the third page of the piece, identifying chords and repeating patterns. The Student briefly worked on Beethoven's "Fur Elise," paying attention to rhythm and pedal usage, and was encouraged to memorize the beginning.