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
Rhythm and Timing
Music theory
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Pedaling Techniques
Piano Repertoire
Types of learners for piano lessons
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Home schooled
Learning Disabilities
All Levels
Piano for adults
Piano for kids
Piano for beginners
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 student and tutor resolved scheduling issues and then focused on piano technique, including hand structure, scales, and arpeggios. They practiced musical reading and execution of a specific piece, addressing rhythm, note accuracy, and key signatures, including sharps and flats.
Piano Hand Structure and Posture
Wrist Movement in Scales and Arpeggios
Musical Rhythm and Note Values
Key Signatures and Accidentals
The student and tutor worked on advanced piano techniques, focusing on rhythmic accuracy, trills, and grace notes. They practiced executing these ornaments within musical passages and discussed how to interpret musical phrasing and dynamics for greater expressiveness. The session also included a brief review of musical symbols like the Fermata.
Rhythmic Precision: Counting and Subdivision
Grace Notes: Ornamentation in Music
Trills: Fluttering Between Notes
Musicality and Interpretation
Chord Choice and Composer's Language
The Challenge of Articulation and Dynamics
The Role of Dissonance in Music
The tutor and student worked on a challenging piano piece in D sharp minor, focusing on techniques to improve memorization and musicality. Key strategies discussed included reducing reliance on sheet music, understanding the harmonic structure, practicing hands separately, and utilizing "small bites" for learning. The next session is planned for the same time next week.
Reducing Visual Information: Eyes Off the Page
Skeletalizing the Music: Chordal Framework
Hands Separate Practice: Uncovering Inner Voices
Voicing and Phrasing: Giving Music Shape and Emotion
The "Slide" or "Shuffle" Technique
The student and tutor reviewed piano scales and arpeggios, progressing through B-flat major. They analyzed and practiced two musical pieces, with the student demonstrating strong musicality and control in one, and focusing on rhythmic accuracy and complex melodic lines in the other. The student selected a new, challenging piece to work on, which involves complex meter and rhythmic subdivisions, with a plan to dissect its first page.
Compound Meter (9/8 Time Signature)
Tuplet Rhythms: Triplets vs. Duplets
Grace Notes and Rhythmic Placement
Counterpoint Lines in Music
The tutor and student worked on piano technique, focusing on coordination, rhythmic accuracy, and musical interpretation. They analyzed specific musical passages, practiced new counting methods, and learned about various musical notations and articulations. The session concluded with the introduction of a new piece and discussion of upcoming concepts.
Grace Notes and Their Placement
The Importance of Relaxation in Piano Playing
Pattern Recognition and Counting in Musical Structure
Articulation Marks: Slurs vs. Staccato
Musical Dynamics and Interpretation
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Ear Training Software
PDF Sheet Music
Virtual Piano Apps
Piano Tuner Apps
Chord & Scale Reference Apps
Interactive piano lessons
Weekend lessons
Parent feedback
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