Giacomo Favitta
Master piano skills through engaging lessons that connect expression, theory, and creativity.
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Piano lessons - Giacomo Favitta
Bachelors degree
/ 30 min
Giacomo - 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!
Piano lessons at a glance
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!
Giacomo graduated from Conservatory “Giuseppe Verdi”, Como
Your piano teacher skills
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Piano Technique
Piano Repertoire
Pedaling Techniques
Scales and Arpeggios
Sight Reading
Piano concept taught by Giacomo
The Student practiced a musical piece, focusing on rhythm, note identification, and chord progressions within the G major scale. The session introduced major chord construction and the identification of different major chords. The Student was assigned to practice playing major chords with both hands and continue practicing the assigned musical piece.
Reading Music and Identifying Notes
G Major Scale and Chord
Major Chords
Rhythm and Counting
Numbering Notes in a Scale
The Student and Tutor focused on guitar techniques, specifically learning the C major scale and applying it to the "November Rain" solo. The student practiced scale exercises to improve fingerboard knowledge and bending techniques for solo performance. The next session is scheduled for Wednesday.
Applying Scale Knowledge to Soloing
Bending Technique and Finger Strength
Rationalizing Musical Choices
Ear Training and Intuitive Playing
C Major Scale Exploration on Guitar
The Student and Tutor worked on reading and playing a new piano piece, focusing on time signatures, legato, and coordination between the left and right hands. The Student practiced specific sections of the piece and received guidance on rhythm and transitions. The Tutor assigned practicing connecting the lines as homework and will send the PDF of the music.
Recognizing and Playing Chords
Hand Coordination and Independence
Note Duration (White Notes and Dotted White Notes)
Legato Technique
Time Signature (3/4)
F Sharp Identification
Giacomo guided a student from the Miami Dade College, Wynwood Campus, in a music lesson focused on note recognition, playing melodies by ear, and reading musical scores. The learner practiced identifying notes, playing sequences, and coordinating both hands to play simple bars. Giacomo introduced new exercises and provided real-time feedback to improve their understanding and performance.
Reading Music (Vertical Alignment)
Two-Handed Play
Note Identification (Score)
Note Identification (Ear)
Giacomo led a piano lesson with Levi, where they focused on enhancing his reading and playing musical pieces from his book. Levi dedicated time to coordinating both hands and meticulously practiced specific lines to improve his speed and accuracy. For homework, Giacomo assigned Levi the task of learning "Where Are You Going to My Pretty Maid" from page 33 of his book, reminding him to pay close attention to the F# symbol.
F-sharp (F#) Symbol
Legato
Arpeggiate
During their recent lesson, Giacomo and Ryan delved into the iconic Guns N' Roses "November Rain" guitar solo. They meticulously analyzed the interplay between major and minor pentatonic scales and the solo's harmonic framework. Ryan, specifically, dedicated time to practicing the initial phrase, honing his bending techniques and ensuring the notes seamlessly connected with the underlying chords on the instrument. Their next meeting is scheduled for Thursday at 8 a.m.
Relative Major/Minor
Chord Degrees in C Major
Harmonic Arc (Tension & Resolution)
Melody's Chordal 'Color'
Pentatonic Scale
Different types of piano lessons
Piano
Player Piano
Digital Piano
Acoustic Piano
Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for kids
Piano for adults
All Levels
Piano for intermediate
Piano for beginners
Piano for advanced
Interactive piano lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Chat for quick help
Open Q&A
Record lessons
Approach & tools used in piano classes
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Metronome Apps
Backing Track Libraries
Virtual Piano Apps
Ear Training Software
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