Giacomo Favitta
Master piano skills through engaging lessons that connect expression, theory, and creativity.
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
Performance Skills
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Piano Repertoire
Chord Theory
Pedaling Techniques
Piano Technique
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Piano concept taught by Giacomo
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.
Note Identification (Ear)
Note Identification (Score)
Two-Handed Play
Reading Music (Vertical Alignment)
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.
Arpeggiate
F-sharp (F#) Symbol
Legato
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.
Harmonic Arc (Tension & Resolution)
Chord Degrees in C Major
Relative Major/Minor
Melody's Chordal 'Color'
Pentatonic Scale
Giacomo and Cora dedicated their piano lesson to analyzing the song "Wine Red" by The Hush Sound. They focused on playing the intro and verse, and identifying the chords in the chorus. Cora diligently practiced playing along with the song and explored harmonic tension using the concepts of home, departure, and tension chords. For her next lesson, Cora was assigned to practice playing along with the chorus.
Chord Functions (Home
Departure
Tension)
Intervals (Third Apart)
Rhythmic Chord Anticipation
Verse vs. Chorus Structure
During a recent piano lesson, Giacomo assisted Minna with a Bach piece, emphasizing rhythm and fingering accuracy. Minna focused on specific sections, analyzing chord progressions and visualizing the keyboard to enhance her understanding and performance. Giacomo recommended practicing the last line using a block-by-block strategy to solidify her grasp of the rhythm and notes.
Chord Identification (G Major)
Chord Identification (C Major)
Rhythmic Accuracy (Eighth Notes)
Block by Block Practice Strategy
Dunning-Kruger Effect
Giacomo worked with Lonca on jazz improvisation, emphasizing the importance of understanding the harmonic context of licks and improving fretboard knowledge. Lonca practiced visualizing chord shapes and identifying notes within chords, with a homework assignment to practice visualizing all chords within a harmonized scale. The next session is scheduled for Wednesday at 9:00 a.m., and Lonca was reminded to renew their subscription.
Chord Arpeggiation for Recall
Fretboard Note Visualization
Harmonic Information in Licks
Different types of piano lessons
Piano
Player Piano
Digital Piano
Acoustic Piano
Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for intermediate
Piano for advanced
Piano for beginners
Piano for adults
Piano for kids
All Levels
Interactive piano lessons
Record lessons
Pets are welcomed
Open Q&A
Note taking
Chat for quick help
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Ear Training Software
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
DAWs
Metronome Apps
Backing Track Libraries
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