Piano lessons near you in Riverside, CA

Student and Tutor spent the session setting up the Student's Piano Marvel account and getting familiar with the platform. They covered foundational note reading, rhythmic values, staff notation, and began practicing the C major scale with both hands. The Student also started learning the song "Piano Man" and was introduced to basic chords and proper pedal technique. Homework included completing 10 exercises in Piano Marvel's method section, practicing scales, learning parts of "Piano Man," completing a note-reading flashcard challenge, and working on a C major cadence.

Student and Tutor reviewed fundamental piano concepts, including finger numbering, hand positions, and parallel motion. They practiced the initial sections of a new piano piece, focusing on specific finger patterns and hand shifts. The session also introduced the treble clef and its role in reading music, with the Student assigned to practice the discussed techniques and print relevant worksheets.

The student practiced several piano pieces, including an Allegro in C major, two Haydn pieces (German Dance and Minuet), and a Nocturne. The Tutor provided extensive feedback on rhythm, articulation, tempo control, and achieving precise coordination between hands, especially in complex polyrhythmic sections. They also confirmed upcoming lesson schedules and package renewal.

The Student and Tutor extensively practiced piano scales (C, G, D, A major), focusing on proper finger technique and utilizing varied learning methods. They also worked on a song with digital tools for chord memorization and tempo control, and played a memory game to strengthen chord recognition. Homework includes practicing assigned scales, continuing with the song, and completing exercises from the lesson and sight-reading books.

The Student and Tutor practiced two piano pieces, "Lift Me Up" and "In the Dead of Night," focusing on rhythm, note accuracy, and hands-together coordination. The session involved targeted practice of specific bars and sections for both pieces, with the Tutor providing corrections and guidance. For homework, the Student was assigned to practice bars 9 to 11 of "In the Dead of Night."

The tutor and student reviewed piano pieces, focusing on playing with both hands and introducing chord playing in the left hand. They then delved into the construction and practice of major scales, including their use in different keys and tempos, with assignments for continued practice and learning new songs.