Giacomo Favitta
Master piano skills through engaging lessons that connect expression, theory, and creativity.
Private lessons - Giacomo Favitta
Bachelors degree
$30
$29
/ hour
About your piano teacher
As a seasoned music educator with over 5 years of experience, I'm Alessandra Rossi, a dedicated piano tutor with a Bachelor's degree in Music Education. My passion lies in teaching students of all levels, from beginners to advanced players. Specializing in a wide array of subjects including Piano, Player Piano, Digital Piano, and Acoustic Piano, I offer a personalized approach tailored to each student's unique learning style and needs. My specialities include Chord Theory, Ear Training, Finger Placement & Hand Position, and more, ensuring a comprehensive and enriching learning experience. Whether you're looking to master performance skills, improve your piano technique, or delve into music theory, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. From fostering creativity to building confidence and instilling a lifelong love for music, my goal is to make your piano learning journey both rewarding and enjoyable. Let's embark on this musical adventure together and unlock your full potential at the piano!
Giacomo graduated from Conservatory “Giuseppe Verdi”, Como
Piano lessons overview
In my role as a Piano Tutor specializing in a range of piano types including Player, Digital, and Acoustic, I offer engaging, expressive, and progressive instruction to students of all levels. With a focus on performance coaching, I utilize tech tools like DAWs, metronome apps, and virtual piano apps to create interactive and personalized lessons. My curriculum blends theory with practical applications, using chord & scale reference apps and ear training software to enhance learning. Whether teaching adults, advanced players, or beginners, I tailor each session to cater to individual preferences and skill levels. Let's embark on a musical journey together and unlock the full potential of piano playing!
Piano classes that feel motivating and fun
91% students stay engaged and excited about practicing
Piano classes tailored to individual learners
Parents appreciate how lessons are adjusted to each student’s style
Piano lessons tailored to personal goals
Helps students focus on classical, pop, or other styles they love
Your piano teacher specialities
Piano Technique
Sight Reading
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Pedaling Techniques
Chord Theory
Ear training
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Piano concept taught by Giacomo
Giacomo provided piano lessons to Asher and Levi, focusing on note identification, finger exercises, reading sheet music, and coordinating both hands. Lessons involve breaking down pieces into smaller sections for practice and emphasizing the importance of the note "C." Technical difficulties and distractions from other children are present. Levi is assigned exercises to practice between lessons.
Practicing in Sections
Rhythm and Note Length
Bar Structure
Finger Placement
Reading Music
Note Recognition
Giacomo Favitta led Cora Rowe in a piano lesson focused on music reading, technique, and basic music theory. Cora practiced reading exercises in C and G major "spin fives" and began learning "Hey Jude" by The Beatles, simplifying the chords for practice. Cora was assigned to practice the first exercise in the book and the verses of "Hey Jude" for the next lesson, scheduled for July 3rd.
Spin Five
Hand Coordination
Chord Symbols
Time Signatures
Reading Music
Giacomo led Wirun in a piano lesson focused on reading exercise number six, breaking down the piece into left and right hand parts before coordinating them. They worked on note recognition, finger placement, and understanding musical concepts like arpeggios and the G major scale. Wirun was assigned the same exercise to practice for the next lesson on Tuesday, July 1st at 10:00 AM.
Spin Five of G Major
G Major Chord
Practicing in Bars
Reading Music - Note Placement
Arpeggiation
Giacomo guided Ryan through major and minor triads, dominant 7th, and major 7th chords, focusing on practical shapes and transpositions. They analyzed Ryan's guitar and amp settings for optimal tone and worked on the riff and chorus sections of "Highway to Hell." Ryan was assigned chord practice and instructed to play along with "Highway to Hell" using a speaker for the next session.
Major Triads
Highway to Hell Chorus
Amplifier EQ
Guitar Pickups
Major Seventh Chords
Dominant Seventh Chords
Minor Triads
Giacomo and Victor reviewed major and minor triads, focusing on open string shapes and bar chords. They then moved on to dominant seventh chords, learning how to transform major triad shapes into dominant seventh shapes. They rescheduled for both Saturday and Monday to continue lessons.
Major Triads Open String Shapes
Minor Triads Open String Shapes
Bar Chords
Dominant Seventh Chords
Dominant Seventh Open String Shapes
Scale Structure
Giacomo is giving Minna piano lessons, covering music theory and practical exercises. They've worked on the 251 progression in D major and B flat major, the B flat major scale, chord identification, sight-reading, and specific exercises involving chord inversions and hand positions. Giacomo assigns practice exercises and provides resources like videos and recordings. Their next lesson is scheduled for Tuesday, July 1st at 10:00 AM.
Dominant 7th Chords
B Flat Major Scale
2-5-1 Chord Progressions
Building Chords
Reading Exercises
Chord Inversions
Types of piano lessons
Piano
Player Piano
Digital Piano
Acoustic Piano
Free lesson slots
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Teaching tools used in piano classes
Backing Track Libraries
Ear Training Software
Metronome Apps
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
DAWs
Student types for piano lessons
All Levels
Piano for adults
Piano for advanced
Piano for intermediate
Piano for kids
Piano for beginners
Interactive piano lessons
Record lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Open Q&A
Chat for quick help
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