Daniel Adesokan
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Daniel Adesokan
Masters degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
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30 lessons
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20 lessons
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10 lessons
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Daniel - Your piano teacher
With a Master's degree in music education and over 12 years of experience, I am Daniel Adesokan, a dedicated piano tutor specializing in chord theory, ear training, and performance skills. My passion lies in nurturing young talents and beginners in piano playing. I excel in teaching finger placement, improvisation, and music theory, creating a supportive environment for students to explore and excel. From scales and arpeggios to sight-reading, I offer personalized lessons to enhance rhythm, timing, and pedaling techniques. Let's embark on a musical journey together!
Meet Daniel
Daniel graduated from University of Greenwich
Your piano teacher skills
Scales and Arpeggios
Pedaling Techniques
Rhythm and Timing
Piano Repertoire
Sight Reading
Ear training
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Types of learners for piano lessons
ADHD
Piano for beginners
Learning Disabilities
Home schooled
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
ASD
Piano for kids
Piano lessons at a glance
In my role as a Piano tutor specializing in various types including Grand, Player, Upright, and Acoustic Pianos, I implement an engaging and expressive teaching style that integrates theory, performance coaching, and progressive instruction. For students ranging from kids to beginners, I personalize lessons to match their pace and preferences, ensuring a supportive and interactive learning environment both online and offline. I utilize a range of tech tools like Backing Track Libraries, Ear Training Software, and Virtual Piano Apps to enhance the learning experience. By following a structured curriculum and leveraging tools such as Chord & Scale Reference Apps and Metronome Apps, I help students build a solid foundation in piano playing. With a focus on practical applications and hands-on learning, my methodology aims to make learning the piano a fun and rewarding journey for students of all ages and skill levels.
Different types of piano lessons
Piano
Grand Piano
Player Piano
Upright Piano
Acoustic Piano
Piano concepts taught by Daniel
The session involved vocal exercises to determine the student's voice range and explored techniques to improve breath control and vocal support. The Tutor identified the student's comfortable vocal range and discussed how to select appropriate keys for songwriting. The importance of vocal care, especially when experiencing a cold, was also emphasized.
Vocal Range Awareness
Voice Care and Maintenance
Diaphragmatic Breathing for Support
Vocal Exercises for Stamina
Impact of Key Choice on Vocal Performance
The session focused on practicing singing with the help of the "Nail the Pitch" app and addressing technical difficulties encountered while using the software. The student practiced a Christmas song, focusing on pitch and accuracy. The tutor agreed to send a video recording to aid in practice, and they planned to continue lessons in February after the student's travels, potentially exploring new software.
Leveraging Karaoke Accompaniment for Practice
Adapting Songs to Suitable Vocal Ranges
Using Nail the Pitch Effectively
Exploring Piano Synthesia as a Learning Tool
Integrating Visual Aids with Audio Practice
The session involved the Student practicing a song using different audio and video resources, primarily focusing on using Soundtrap to access a soundtrack version. The Tutor guided the student through accessing the project and worked through technical difficulties with screen sharing. The aim was to enable the student to sing along with the track and improve their performance.
Screen Sharing in Google Meet
File Sharing Methods
Nail the Pitch Tool
Soundtrap Collaboration
The student and tutor worked on finding the correct key for the song "What Child Is This" and practiced singing the melody using the "Nail the Pitch" app. The tutor provided a recording of the melody and backing track for further practice. The student will use the app to practice singing in the correct key.
Understanding Note Relationships and Pitch
Soundtrap Collaboration for Music Practice
Importance of Rhythm and Note Accuracy
Using Vocal Monitoring Apps for Pitch Accuracy
Finding a Comfortable Key for Singing
The class focused on vocal warm-up techniques and exercises to improve breath control and vocal flexibility. The Student practiced scales, transitioning between chest and head voice, and explored music theory concepts such as diatonic and chromatic scales. The tutor assigned the Student to email songs for scale analysis in the next session, focusing on melody and harmonization.
Music Theory: Chromatic and Major Scales
Chest Voice vs. Head Voice
Diatonic Scale
Defining Your Unique Voice
The Voice as an Instrument: Shaping Lips and Cheeks
Vocal Warm-Ups: Breathing and Physical Exercises
The session focused on differentiating pop and classical music, specifically regarding chord progressions, rhythm, and vocal style. The Student analyzed a Billie Eilish song to identify pop music elements such as chord progressions and drum beats, and discussed how these elements contribute to the overall pop sound. The Tutor will send a recommendation letter to the Student.
Pop Music Chord Progressions
Four-Over-Four (4/4) Time Signature
Vocal Style in Pop Music
Pop Beat Composition
Genre Fusion within Pop Music
Identifying Chord Progressions by Ear
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Ear Training Software
Chord & Scale Reference Apps
Looping Software
Backing Track Libraries
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Interactive piano lessons
Chat for quick help
Mobile joining
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Open Q&A
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