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Student and Tutor discussed the Student's background in singing and AI-assisted songwriting, their goals for learning piano and other instruments, and the Tutor's pedagogical approach. The Tutor outlined a fundamental piano curriculum, including specific method books and the importance of learning music theory, while also advising on necessary equipment upgrades for lessons. The Student expressed interest in integrating composition and theory into future lessons.

The Student and Tutor focused on piano technique, specifically addressing challenges with finger independence, hand stretches, and tension in exercises (802, 299 #1). They practiced specific hand and wrist movements, including using arm weight and coordinated thumb movements for smoother playing. The session also covered strategic practice methods, reviewed progress on pieces from 599, and introduced Cherney's Opus 158 Sonatina, with the Student planning to start its second movement.

Student and Tutor worked on piano technique and musicality, focusing on pieces from Opus 802, 599, and 500. They reviewed key signatures, practiced new exercises, and addressed challenges related to hand positioning and interval recognition. The Student was assigned to focus on the left-hand part of Opus 599, number 20, and explore new pieces independently for the upcoming week.

Student and Tutor continued their work on several piano pieces for ABRSM exams. They focused on refining technique for Opus 365 scales and exercises, addressing right and left-hand stiffness, economic motion, and consistent gestures. The session also included an in-depth discussion and practice on stylistic pedaling and left-hand technique for Maple Leaf Rag, with a strong recommendation for the Student to practice recording their pieces for self-assessment. They also reviewed ABRSM Number 8, focusing on maintaining evenness and consistent tempo, and discussed practicing with a metronome.

Student and Tutor reviewed parallel motion and fundamental piano technique, including wrist position and quiet finger movement. They then delved into music theory, focusing on treble and bass clefs, identifying G-line and Middle C, and distinguishing between line and space notes to understand steps and skips. The Student applied these reading skills to identify notes in 'Opus 823, No. 1', and was assigned to continue note identification and begin practice on 'Opus 823, No. 2' and 'Opus 802, No. 1'.

Student and Tutor focused on refining piano technique, note reading, and rhythmic accuracy across several etudes and a rag piece. They worked on specific wrist movements for repeated intervals, clarified notation for simultaneous notes, and addressed common reading errors in a B section. The session also covered foundational left-hand patterns in ragtime and included a mental exercise for improving left-hand stride accuracy without looking at the keyboard.