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The Student and Tutor recalibrated the Student's piano practice routine. They introduced Carl Czerny's Opus 802, focusing on five-finger exercises and pattern description, and began working on a piece from Czerny's Opus 500, analyzing sequences and hand positions. The Student was advised to practice specific patterns from Opus 802 five times daily and will receive new editions for Opus 802 and Opus 500 as homework.

The Student and Tutor reviewed piano practice progress, focusing on five-finger exercises and chord development. They discussed optimal finger placement and established a structured daily practice routine for exercises from Opus 802. The session also covered technical points for Opus 599 and introduced new descending exercises from Opus 500, with an emphasis on rhythm and fingering. The Student was encouraged to continue assigned pieces and explore Opus 139 for advanced sight-reading.

The Student and Tutor addressed technical issues before reviewing the Student's progress on piano exercises #5 and #10 from Opus 599. They practiced C major scales with a focus on efficient hand setting and wrist technique, and explored C major chord inversions with specific fingerings. The Student was assigned to continue practicing these exercises, progress to Opus 599 #11, and begin a new piece, 'Original Rags', next week.

Student and Tutor worked on advanced piano technique, focusing on smooth thumb passage in scales and octaves, and applying these to challenging sections of Opus 299. They also began working on Beethoven's Pathetique Sonata (Adagio Cantabile), discussing tempo and interpretation, and revisited a Chopin short piece with an emphasis on deliberate chord placement. The Tutor assigned practicing at slower tempos for Beethoven, isolating melodic lines, and continued intellectual practice for the Chopin piece.

Student and Tutor discussed classical piano music, including concert experiences, musical influences, and effective practice strategies. They reviewed the student's progress on Opus 239 Primo and Opus 802 exercises, focusing on key signatures, accidentals, and specialized fingerings. The Student was assigned to revisit previous exercises in new keys, work on Opus 802, No. 8, practice hands separately, and utilize the IMSLP app for scores and metronome functions.

The Student and Tutor focused on foundational piano techniques. They covered keyboard layout, note identification, finger numbering, and practiced a series of right-hand exercises involving stepwise motion and repeated notes. The session also introduced the first musical piece, an etude by Czerny, and discussed ergonomic posture, necessary equipment, and upcoming practice routines including listening to classical music.