Giacomo Favitta
Master piano skills through engaging lessons that connect expression, theory, and creativity.
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Giacomo Favitta
Bachelors degree
/ 55 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!
Giacomo graduated from Conservatory “Giuseppe Verdi”, Como
Your piano teacher skills
Ear training
Chord Theory
Pedaling Techniques
Piano Repertoire
Sight Reading
Finger Placement & Hand Position
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Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for kids
Piano for adults
All Levels
Piano for beginners
Piano for advanced
Piano for intermediate
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!
Different types of piano lessons
Piano
Player Piano
Digital Piano
Acoustic Piano
Piano concepts taught by Giacomo
Student and Tutor reviewed music history topics, specifically the "Dies Irae" chant, its origins in Requiem masses, and its modern applications in film. The Tutor also critically compared classical and jazz harmony as teaching methodologies. The Student communicated their readiness to learn a new song and proposed a visual learning approach using online resources for future practice.
Dies Irae: Ancient Chant to Modern Cinema
Contrasting Classical and Jazz Music Education
Technique vs. Meaning in Musical Performance
Student's Current Goals and Preferred Learning Methods
The tutor and student explored foundational singing techniques, focusing on breath control, vocal exercises like lip rolls and sirens, and understanding vocal registers. The student practiced singing familiar pop songs, and homework was assigned to reinforce these techniques and improve vocal coordination.
Vocal Registers (Chest
Head
Mix)
Vocal Warm-up Exercises
Breath Management and Support
Ear Training and Pitch Accuracy
The tutor worked with the student on two audition songs, "Everlasting" and "Once Upon a December." They focused on vocal technique, emotional expression, breath control, and precise articulation in specific challenging phrases within each song. The tutor provided exercises to improve vocal dynamics and control, with plans for further practice in the coming days.
Audition Preparation: Understanding Cuts and Repertoire
Song Interpretation: Identifying and Addressing Climax Points
Vocal Dynamics: Controlling Volume and Air Pressure
Vocal Performance: Expressing Emotion vs. Technical Accuracy
The Gregorian Calendar
Dating Historical Events: BC/AD vs. BCE/CE
The Origins of Western Music and Conservatories
The student and tutor discussed the challenges of balancing creative work in music production and performance with the need for financial sustainability. They explored strategies for promoting artistic skills, managing energy with chronic pain, and the desire to prioritize creative passion. The conversation touched upon potential future career paths and the importance of protecting creative time.
The Freelancer's Dilemma: Balancing Passion and Practicality
Building a Sustainable Creative Career
The Artist's Journey: Navigating Internal Blocks and External Perceptions
Spoon Theory and Artist Burnout
The Tutor and Student worked on improving the Student's rhythm and harmonic timing on the guitar, specifically in a Dream Theater song. The session involved simplifying rhythm counting, mapping basslines to the D major scale, and exploring gospel chord progressions. The Student was assigned to practice the gospel chord progression in D major.
Unlock Harmony of Scale
Baseline and Key Note
Gospel Chord Progressions
Mapping the Bassline
Harmonic Connection & Chord Timing
6/8 Time Signature
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Backing Track Libraries
Chord & Scale Reference Apps
DAWs
Virtual Piano Apps
Ear Training Software
Interactive piano lessons
Note taking
Record lessons
Pets are welcomed
Chat for quick help
Open Q&A
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