Piano lessons near me in Lake View, Chicago

The tutor and student worked on reinforcing major and blues scales, emphasizing practice for technical improvement. They then began analyzing an audition piece, "My Dinner with Ronald," focusing on rhythm, identifying chords, understanding key signatures (flats and sharps), and natural signs, and practicing specific measures.

The student and tutor reviewed piano techniques, focusing on chord progressions, inversions, voicings, and reading music. They practiced sight-reading, applied theoretical concepts to musical pieces, and discussed strategies for developing finger technique and muscle memory. The tutor assigned new pieces for practice and provided feedback on the student's progress.

The student and tutor worked on piano exercises and songs from a practice book. They focused on specific techniques, including chord inversions, metronome practice, and simplifying difficult passages. The session aimed to improve the student's dexterity and understanding of musical structure, with a plan to continue practicing these elements.

The student worked on piano technique, including scales and playing "Rondo Alla Turca" with both hands. They practiced using a metronome for timing and focused on correct fingering and note accuracy. The next lesson will involve continuing to work on "Rondo Alla Turca" and scales with a metronome.

The tutor and student worked on piano technique, focusing on finger placement, hand stretching, and executing legato passages. They practiced specific pieces and exercises, and developed a strategy using pencil markings to help with complex counting and coordination for future practice.

The student practiced piano, reviewing familiar exercises like 'doggy's nose' and the 'Chipmunk Song'. A new piece about a lion was introduced, focusing on note patterns and tempo changes. The student was encouraged to practice daily for the next session.