Ryan Krause
Train with a Columbia College Chicago graduate guiding you through a comprehensive musical journey.
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Ryan Krause
Masters degree
/ 55 min
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
Piano Repertoire
Chord Theory
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Rhythm and Timing
Scales and Arpeggios
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Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for beginners
Piano for adults
Learning Disabilities
Home schooled
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
All Levels
Piano for kids
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 tutor and student worked on developing rhythmic accuracy and finger dexterity in piano scales and arpeggios, focusing on consistent counting and smooth transitions. They also began exploring a new piece of music, introducing concepts of pedal usage and identifying key signatures. The student was encouraged to practice the identified B flats and pay attention to slurs in future practice.
Rhythmic Accuracy in Music
Scale Finger Patterns
Legato Phrasing and Slurs
Pedal Markings in Piano Music
Key Signatures and Accidentals
The student and tutor reviewed piano technique, addressing the student's wrist pain and its implications for practice. They then analyzed musical pieces, focusing on dynamics, phrasing, and harmonic structure, particularly in 'Claire DeLoon' and 'Mad World,' and discussed strategies for handling complex passages and thematic repetition.
Musculoskeletal Pain and Prevention
Musical Voicing and Articulation in Piano Performance
Musical Structure and Form: The Composer's Intent
The Piano as an Instrument: Mechanics and Musicality
The Tutor and Student worked on interpreting and performing a Brahms Intermezzo, focusing on musical storytelling, phrasing, and dynamic control. They discussed how composers' lives influence their music and explored potential new pieces for future study, including works by Chopin and Schubert.
Musical Interpretation: The Push and Pull
Voicing and Articulation in Piano
The Composer's Intent: Beyond the Notes
Harmonic Rhythm and Musical Structure
The student and tutor worked on piano technique, focusing on wrist movement for arpeggios and scales, and then discussed the nuances of playing trills, emphasizing fluidity and relaxation. They also delved into performance psychology, particularly concerning emotional authenticity and audience engagement, and planned to review fingering for a new piece.
Wrist Movement in Piano Technique
Trill Execution: Measured vs. Unmeasured
Performance Authenticity and Emotional Connection
The Tutor and Student had an introductory session to assess the Student's piano learning goals and existing musical knowledge. They discussed musical preferences, basic music theory concepts, and the logistics of online lessons, with plans to focus on developing reading skills and technical exercises in future sessions.
Musical Exercises for Technique
Practice Strategies and Tools
Dynamic Markings
Musical Notation Basics
The student and tutor worked on piano technique, focusing on scales, arpeggios, and musical phrasing. They discussed dynamic control, articulation, and the strategic use of the sustain pedal to enhance musical expression. The tutor also introduced the concept of syncopation in contemporary music as a potential area for future study.
Hand Asymmetry in Piano Playing
Musical Phrasing and Direction
Dynamics and Tempo: Independent Tools
Pattern Recognition in Scales and Music
Wrist Movement in Arpeggios
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Backing Track Libraries
PDF Sheet Music
Piano Tuner Apps
Chord & Scale Reference Apps
Virtual Piano Apps
Interactive piano lessons
Parent feedback
Weekend lessons
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