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
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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
Scales and Arpeggios
Music theory
Pedaling Techniques
Rhythm and Timing
Piano Repertoire
Types of learners for piano lessons
All Levels
Piano for beginners
Learning Disabilities
Piano for adults
Piano for kids
Home schooled
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
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 session focused on improving the Student's piano technique and musicality through rhythm exercises, arpeggio practice, and performance feedback. The Student received a rhythmic exercise sheet for practice and worked on refining "Amazing Grace." The next lesson is scheduled, and the Tutor will send the exercise sheet and a summary of the session.
Rhythmic Accuracy and Counting
Arpeggio Technique: Wrist Movement
Dynamic Markings and Interpretation
The Tutor introduced basic music theory concepts, including reading music, understanding rhythm, and note values. The Student began learning a new piano piece, focusing on fingering and note identification. The Student was assigned practice exercises for the C scale and C arpeggio, with an emphasis on correct fingering and technique.
Grand Staff and Middle C (C4)
C Major Scale and Arpeggio
Finger Numbers
Reading Music: Relative Note Identification
Rhythm and Note Values
Time Signatures
Ties and Slurs
The session involved scale practice, music theory related to flats, and analysis of two musical pieces. The Student received guidance on fingering techniques and musical interpretation. The homework includes practicing the A flat major scale and arpeggios, as well as working on both the assigned pieces, focusing on fingering and rhythmic accuracy, and also possibly looking into a foot pedal for page-turning.
Wrist Movement and Fingering for Wide Arpeggios
Moving to Flats in Scales
Fingering Techniques for A♭ Major Scale
Wrist Alignment and Finger Arcs
Syncopation: Rhythmic Emphasis on Offbeats
Analyzing Song Structure and Memorization
The Student practiced scales and arpeggios, focusing on technique and musicality. They worked on the friendship theme and Bach piece, addressing timing, dynamics, and phrasing. The tutor assigned listening to recordings of the Bach piece and introduced a new piece, Bluebird, to prepare the student for Somewhere Over the Rainbow, scheduled for next session.
Dynamics: Crescendo and Diminuendo
E Major Scale Fingerings
Rolled Chords: Timing and Subjectivity
Harmonic Analysis and Interpretation
Formata: Breaking Tempo
Octave Higher (8va)
The Student and Tutor reviewed scales and arpeggios, and then focused on sight-reading and fingering new sections of a piano piece. The session prepared the student for solo practice during a break in lessons. The student was assigned to continue scale practice, work through the identified sections of the piece, and listen to a variety of composers.
Recognizing and Applying Musical Markings
Musical Dynamics and Phrasing
Rhythm and Note Values
Fingering Techniques
Hand Independence and Coordination
Reading Music Octave Placement
The session covered piano scales and arpeggios with emphasis on technique and rhythm. The student worked on the piece "Jupiter", focusing on rhythm, fingering, and musical expression. The tutor provided fingering for the last system of "Jupiter" and a video on arpeggio technique. The student is to practice the new fingering and rhythmic counting.
Wrist Movement and Relaxation
Hands Together Scales: Identifying Alignment Points
Additive Scale Practice
Arpeggio Hand Rotation
Rhythmic Pulse in Music
Practicing with Anticipatory Tones
Interpreting Piano Music and Phrasing
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Virtual Piano Apps
Backing Track Libraries
Ear Training Software
PDF Sheet Music
Chord & Scale Reference Apps
Interactive piano lessons
Weekend lessons
Parent feedback
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