Ryan Krause
Train with a Columbia College Chicago graduate guiding you through a comprehensive musical journey.
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Ryan Krause
Masters degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
50 lessons
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30 lessons
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20 lessons
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10 lessons
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Ryan - Your piano teacher
I'm Ryan Krause, a seasoned Piano tutor with over 5 years of experience. Holding a Masters degree in music, I offer personalized Piano lessons for kids, beginners, adults, and all levels of expertise. My specialities include Chord Theory, Ear training, Improvisation, and more. I aim to make learning engaging and supportive, fostering creativity and patience in mastering the art of music. Whether you're delving into the fundamentals or seeking a deeper understanding of advanced concepts, my guidance has led many to success and fulfillment. Ready to unlock your musical potential and embrace the joy of music? Let's embark on this incredible journey together. Book your session today, and let's create beautiful music harmoniously.
Meet Ryan
Ryan graduated from Columbia College Chiago
Your piano teacher skills
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Piano Repertoire
Piano Technique
Chord Theory
Pedaling Techniques
Types of learners for piano lessons
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Piano for kids
Home schooled
Piano for beginners
Learning Disabilities
Piano for adults
All Levels
Piano lessons at a glance
As a piano tutor, I offer a unique teaching approach that integrates music theory, performance coaching, creativity, technique enhancement, and ear training into engaging and motivational lessons. I specialize in teaching a wide range of subjects including classical piano, jazz piano, digital piano, and more, catering to students of all levels from kids to adults. I utilize a variety of tech tools such as DAWs, ear training software, metronome apps, and virtual piano apps to create interactive and personalized online learning experiences. By combining these tools with a tailored curriculum based on individual student needs and preferences, I ensure that each student receives a customized learning plan to help them excel. My teaching style is supportive and patient, focusing on enhancing students' skills and confidence while providing constructive feedback. I aim to make lessons fun and interactive by incorporating backing track libraries, chord & scale reference apps, and looping software to keep students motivated and engaged throughout their piano learning journey.
Different types of piano lessons
Piano
Grand Piano
Player Piano
Digital Piano
Upright Piano
Jazz Piano
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
Can wait for 20 mins after joining
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10 day Refund
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Piano concepts taught by Ryan
The tutor and student worked on two piano pieces, focusing on developing techniques for voicing, wrist movement, and musical expression. They discussed how to use the keyboard's lower register, improve wrist fluidity for complex passages, and create dynamic contrast based on emotional interpretation of musical phrases. The student was encouraged to practice these techniques to enhance their playing.
Voicing and Register in Piano
Wrist Technique for Articulation and Dynamics
Text Painting and Musical Contrast
The Importance of Support in Accompaniment
The tutor and student focused on fundamental piano techniques, including proper posture, hand and wrist positioning for scales, and fluid octave transitions. They then introduced arpeggio techniques, emphasizing wrist movement and a new fingering approach. The lesson also covered music theory by analyzing a piece, explaining time signatures, key signatures, and musical symbols. Practice strategies for learning and memorizing music were discussed, with a focus on rhythmic accuracy.
C Major Scale Technique
Rhythm and Internalization
Piano Setup and Posture
C Major Arpeggio Fundamentals
Music Notation Essentials
The tutor and student focused on piano technique, specifically addressing posture, arm, and wrist alignment during scales and arpeggios. They then transitioned to music theory, analyzing chord progressions and inversions within a Bach prelude, identifying and discussing seventh chords and their inversions.
Piano Seating and Posture
Finger Technique: The Pointer Finger
Arpeggio Technique: Wrist Dominance
Musical Phrasing and Voicing
Harmony: Seventh Chords and Inversions
The tutor and student worked on piano technique, focusing on finger independence, wrist posture, and arm weight during scales and arpeggios. They then moved on to practicing musical passages, emphasizing rhythmic accuracy, note correctness, and expressive playing, including the strategic use of the pedal.
Purpose of Scales and Arpeggios
Developing Finger Strength and Independence
Rhythmic Accuracy and Phrasing
The 'Buckling' Finger and Arm Weight
The student and tutor reviewed piano scales and arpeggios, focusing on wrist neutrality and finger relaxation. They then worked through a specific musical piece, addressing note accuracy, rhythm, and technique in various sections including rolled chords. The tutor recommended practicing the entire learned section to consolidate the material.
Understanding Rolled Chords (Arpeggiated Chords)
Finger Relaxation and Articulation
Finger Placement and Chord Voicing
Wrist Neutrality in Piano Playing
The student and tutor worked on piano technique, focusing on wrist and arm movement for scales and arpeggios, and addressing wrist pain through proper technique. They also discussed musical interpretation and performance enhancement for a Coldplay piece, including dynamics and chord voicing.
Wrist Technique and Arm Weight
Text Painting in Music
Dynamic Shaping and Phrasing
Avoiding Performance Strain and Injury
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Piano Tuner Apps
PDF Sheet Music
Backing Track Libraries
Chord & Scale Reference Apps
Ear Training Software
Interactive piano lessons
Parent feedback
Weekend lessons
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