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
Sight Reading
Piano Repertoire
Piano Technique
Pedaling Techniques
Ear training
Scales and Arpeggios
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Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for kids
Piano for adults
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
The Student and Tutor began working on a new piano piece, starting with an analysis of its D major key signature and note identification across clefs. They practiced the first eight bars, focusing on rhythmic accuracy, staccato articulation, and hand coordination. The Student is encouraged to practice the piece, particularly the coordination challenges, before the next session.
Left Hand Bass Clef Reading and Octaves
Identifying Key Signatures and Scales
Rhythmic Coordination Between Hands
Mastering Staccato Articulation
Efficient Hand Jumps and Finger Placement
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.
Contrasting Classical and Jazz Music Education
Dies Irae: Ancient Chant to Modern Cinema
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
Ear Training and Pitch Accuracy
Breath Management and Support
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.
Building a Sustainable Creative Career
The Artist's Journey: Navigating Internal Blocks and External Perceptions
Spoon Theory and Artist Burnout
The Freelancer's Dilemma: Balancing Passion and Practicality
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Metronome Apps
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Backing Track Libraries
Chord & Scale Reference Apps
Virtual Piano Apps
Interactive piano lessons
Note taking
Chat for quick help
Pets are welcomed
Open Q&A
Record lessons
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