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The Student and Tutor focused on refining piano technique, specifically practicing wrist motions like the "arch" and "doorknob" for improved fluidity and relaxation in various Czerny exercises. They reviewed progress on existing studies (802, 299, 158, 599) and sight-read a new left-hand exercise (number 2) for the first time. Homework included beginning practice on the new exercise and comparing fingerings for Czerny 599 using a recommended edition.

Student and Tutor reviewed two-handed piano scales, focusing on speed development and a new scale exercise. They also practiced a piece, "Let It Snow," analyzing its chords and applying specific fingering for challenging sections. The Tutor introduced methods for segmenting practice and briefly discussed chord theory, encouraging the Student to explore additional Christmas songs.

Student and Tutor worked on music theory concepts, specifically focusing on identifying and counting fourth and fifth intervals. They also reviewed accidentals (sharps, flats, and naturals) and discussed the rule governing their application within a measure. Homework was assigned from pages 26-31, covering these topics.

Student and Tutor continued their work on piano pieces, specifically "365 number 47" and a Chopin Waltz. They concentrated on refining technical aspects such as trills, dynamics, timing, phrasing, and the execution of grace notes and rubato. The Student is assigned to progress to the third section of "365 number 47" and will receive new repertoire suggestions, in addition to reviewing an older piece, for the next session.

The Student and Tutor focused on refining piano technique, specifically wrist motions and economical fingering patterns, within Czerny's exercises. The Student practiced developing tactile awareness of the keyboard through eyes-closed exercises and worked on specific technical challenges in Opus 802 and Opus 599. They discussed upcoming exercises and the Tutor advised the Student to mark recurring issues directly on their score for focused practice.

The demo piano lesson focused on the Tutor's pedagogical approach, which prioritizes a deep understanding of music theory and technique using 19th-century studies by Carl Czerny. The Student's goals, practice commitment, and initial learning materials (Czerny Opus 599 and 802) were discussed, along with the importance of ergonomics and sheet music editions. Educational follow-up includes acquiring specific Czerny method books and beginning basic note reading.