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The Tutor and Student explored the nuanced use of a metronome in music, addressing how its ticks can represent different temporal units and the confusion arising from ambiguous note value interpretations. They practiced exercises to develop an internal sense of rhythm, focusing on feeling the beat in various contexts, particularly in cut time, and applied these concepts to a musical piece. The Student also shared progress on their music theory exercises.

The Tutor and Student worked on piano technique, specifically scales, arpeggios in F major, and the introduction and chords of a new song. They practiced specific fingerings, complex rhythms, and chord progressions, with a plan to continue practicing the song and learn new material in the next session.

The student and tutor worked on musical concepts including call and response exercises with major and minor scales. They then explored dominant seventh chords and the 12-bar blues progression, practicing chord changes and scale running. For future practice, the student was advised to prioritize scale running, call and response, and blues exercises.

The student and tutor worked on piano technique and musical theory, including finger exercises and learning a specific song. The session also covered music notation, with homework assigned to draw new note figures and practice an online exercise.

The student and tutor reviewed piano technique, focusing on finger independence and arm movement using exercises from Hannon and Schmidt. They practiced identifying benchmark notes and understanding interval patterns within musical pieces, and discussed strategies for practicing a Bach composition by focusing on individual hands.

The student and tutor worked on piano technique, focusing on scales, arpeggios, and musical interpretation of "Amazing Grace." They practiced exercises to improve speed, accuracy, and the expression of dynamics, with plans to introduce new musical concepts and pieces in future lessons.