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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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
Rhythm and Timing
Piano Repertoire
Chord Theory
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Scales and Arpeggios
Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for kids
All Levels
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Piano for adults
Home schooled
Piano for beginners
Learning Disabilities
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
Piano concepts taught by Ryan
The class covered piano techniques, focusing on scales and fingering, and also music theory, including time signatures and dynamics. The student practiced the G major scale and began learning "Amazing Grace," incorporating the sustain pedal. The Tutor assigned working on the counting and fingering of "Amazing Grace" for the next session.
Pickup Measures
G Major Scale
Fingering Adaptations
Pedal Technique
Majestically as a Dynamic and Emotional Instruction
Rhythm and Counting in Music
Octaves and Range Extension
The student and tutor reviewed piano exercises and worked on scales, arpeggios, and the 'Jupiter' theme. The session focused on techniques to improve finger independence, wrist positioning, and memorization. The tutor provided specific fingerings and rhythmic counting strategies for the student to practice, as well as assigning sections of the song to memorize with the new strategy.
Memorization Strategies: Chunking and Structure
Accent Practice for Evenness
Arpeggio Technique: Wrist-Driven Motion
Fingering Technique: Working Backwards
Rhythm Accuracy: Counting and Subdividing
The session focused on piano technique and music theory fundamentals. The student was introduced to scales, arpeggios, and proper fingering techniques. Homework includes practicing a two-octave C major scale and C major arpeggio with separate hands, as well as learning the first page of a Bach piece.
Time Signatures: Understanding Top and Bottom Numbers
Musical Notation: Ties and Slurs
Arpeggios: Broken Chords and Wrist Movement
Scales: C Major Two-Octave Scale
Piano Setup: Optimal Positioning
Reading Music: Intervals vs. Alphabetical Method
Piano Technique: Force and Gravity
The student and tutor continued working on a piano piece, focusing on fingerings, rhythm, and dynamics. The student practiced specific measures, incorporating suggested modifications to enhance musicality. The student is to continue practicing the sections covered and can leave the final two measures for the next lesson.
Fingering Techniques for Smooth Transitions
Simplifying Chords by Omitting Notes
Rhythmic Accuracy and Counting Techniques
Dynamics and Expressive Playing
Harmonic Variation and Movement
Pedaling Technique
The Student and Tutor discussed scales, focusing on the F# major scale and its fingering. The Student also worked on a Bach prelude, analyzing its structure and dynamics, and began learning a new piece from 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind', addressing rhythmic challenges and notation issues. For the next session, the Student will continue practicing the F# major scale and both musical pieces, paying attention to fingering and rhythmic accuracy.
Key Signatures with Flats: Identifying the Key
Musicality and Performance Depth
Creative Interpretation: Playing Repeats Dynamically
Analyzing Music: Rhythm and Notation Oddities
Bach Prelude: Fingering and Articulation
Bach Prelude Analysis: Melodic Structure and Dynamics
F# Major Scale and Arpeggio
The Student and Tutor reviewed chord inversions, diminished and augmented chords, and suspended chords. The Student worked through exercises identifying different chord types and inversions and practiced recognizing them by their interval patterns. The session concluded with an overview of the homework assignment involving worksheets on these topics and an optional review of a prelude piece.
Chord Inversions
Major and Minor Chords
Diminished and Augmented Chords
Suspended Chords (sus chords)
Identifying Chord Root
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Backing Track Libraries
Virtual Piano Apps
Chord & Scale Reference Apps
PDF Sheet Music
Ear Training Software
Interactive piano lessons
Weekend lessons
Parent feedback
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