Piano lessons near me in Oakland, CA

Giacomo gave Minna a piano lesson focusing on music theory, scales, and chord progressions. They worked on 2-5-1 progressions in C, G, and F major, reading exercises, and a new piece in F major. Giacomo emphasized understanding scales, chord structures, and recognizing patterns rather than solely relying on reading notes. Minna had a hectic week and they plan to reschedule their next lesson.

Bardiya worked with Caitrin on piano, focusing on technique exercises from her book, rhythm practice with a metronome, and dynamics. Caitrin practiced "Sailing Song," "What Can I Share," and "Wishing Well," with specific instructions to increase the speed of "Wishing Well" to 95 bpm by next week and complete the "Musical Matching" activity on page 35. She was also instructed to practice "Wishing Well" on the upright piano, playing softly.

Bardiya and Jeremy had a piano lesson where they worked on technique exercises, sight-reading from the Bayer book, and a Chopin piece, focusing on pedaling accuracy and dynamics. They also began working on a new gymnopedy, addressing fingering and rhythmic complexities. Jeremy was assigned specific practice exercises and fingerings for the coming week.

Ryan Krause taught Hari Prasad V Atri piano, focusing on technique, music reading, and applying these skills to "Jingle Bells." Hari practiced scales and arpeggios, learned about time signatures and rests, and began learning "Jingle Bells." Hari was assigned homework to practice scales and exercises, complete page 25 on intervals, and learn "Jingle Bells."

Giacomo Favitta and Minna Allison reviewed chord charts, accidentals, and the relationship between major and minor fingerings, then practiced the 2-5-1 progression in C, G, and F major. Giacomo assigned Minna practice on the three 2-5-1 progressions and exercises from the technique book, including harmonic analysis.