Piano lessons near me in Winston-Salem, NC

The student and tutor worked on piano pieces, including "Remember Me" and "Jingle Bells", focusing on note accuracy and hand coordination. The student reviewed specific sections of both songs and practiced playing with both hands simultaneously. The tutor assigned "Jingle Bells" for practice over the holiday break.

The Student and Tutor reviewed oral exam practice for ABRSM Grade 1, focusing on rhythm, echo singing, and identifying musical changes. Scales and sight-reading exercises were practiced to improve technique and note recognition. The Student also reviewed dynamics and articulation in Berry Smoothie, Mosiden, and Remember Me, with an emphasis on musicality and control. The tutor assigned practice using a YouTube video and provided a practice sheet covering oral information and scales.

The Student learned about major scales, note reading in the C position, and basic musical concepts such as rests and repeat signs. The Student practiced playing scales and simple songs, focusing on correct fingerings and rhythm. Homework includes practicing the scales, working on the assigned songs, and reviewing the theory in the Alfred piano book.

The Student and Tutor covered the basics of reading music notation, including the staff, notes, clefs, and time signatures. The Student practiced playing simple exercises with both hands, focusing on note duration and counting. The tutor assigned exercises from the book and asked the student to order the book for use in future sessions.

The Student practiced the C major scale and began learning to play a song on the piano. The lesson focused on understanding and playing A minor chords, hand positioning, and chord progressions within the song's verse and intro. The student was assigned to practice the intro and verse sections, incorporating the new chords and hand movements.

Mr. Lewis taught Jennifer Crisp the basics of reading sheet music, including clef signs and reference notes, and introduced wrist flexibility exercises for piano technique. Jennifer practiced note identification, wrist motions, and began working on Czerny Opus 599 No. 1. Mr. Lewis will send annotated sheet music and other resources, and they scheduled the next lesson for Wednesday.