Hailey Goodwin
Study with a USC Aiken grad offering personalized piano instruction grounded in stage readiness.
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Hailey Goodwin
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
Hailey - Your piano teacher
As an educated Piano Instructor with over 5 years of experience, I specialize in personalized piano lessons that cater to a wide range of students. From theory to performance skills, I cover it all. Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced players are welcome in my lessons. I have a background in classical music as well as jazz piano improvisation. I guarantee a holistic approach to mastering the piano. Let's embark on this musical journey together! My teaching philosophy emphasizes creativity, discipline, and joy in music-making. Whether you're preparing for exams, auditions, or simply want to play your favorite songs, I tailor each lesson to meet your individual goals. I also integrate ear training, sight-reading, and music history into lessons to deepen your understanding and appreciation for music. My goal is to inspire confidence and musical independence in every student, nurturing both technical skill and artistic expression.
Trusted piano teacher for real results
88% students feel more skilled, confident, and ready to perform
Rated 4.9/5 by parents for piano classes
Families love the balance between structure and creativity in each lesson
Piano lessons built around practical learning
Classes center on playing, not just theory or drills
Your piano teacher skills
Sight Reading
Test prep
Chord Theory
Assignment help
Concepts learning
Upskilling
Grade improvement
Improvisation
Scales and Arpeggios
Music theory
Rhythm and Timing
Exam prep
Piano lessons at a glance
n my personalized tutoring approach, I offer engaging and progressive lessons tailed to diverse students, including over 100 students. I teach digital piano, electric keyboard, classical piano, jazz improvisation, general music theory, and performance coaching. My tech-forward methods incorporate a range of online tools like interactive platforms, video tutorials, and music software to enhance online learning experiences. By integrating empathy and compassion, I create a supportive environment for students at various levels from young children to older advanced students, fostering growth and mastery in piano playing. I also provide customized practice plans, regular progress evaluations, and creative challenges to keep students motivated and on track with their musical development.Through consistent encouragement and goal-setting, I help students build confidence, overcome challenges, and develop a lifelong love for music.
Piano concepts taught by Hailey
The student practiced a piano piece, concentrating on legato technique in the left hand and addressing difficulties in specific sections. The session explored musical interpretation of the 'colando' marking and the student was encouraged to practice sight reading and memorization.
Practicing Sections Independently
Fingering Choices
Colando (Ritardando)
Rolling the Final Chord
Diminishing at the End
Holding Notes in the Left Hand
The Student practiced reading and playing simple piano songs, focusing on note recognition, finger placement, and understanding musical symbols like repeat signs, sharps, and flats. The Tutor assigned practice of the songs covered and mentioned preparing Christmas songs for the next session, including "Mary Did You Know". The Tutor also suggested the Student practice playing songs in the book.
C Major Position
Note Reading Basics
Repeat Signs
Sharps and Flats
Playing with Both Hands
Whole and Half Notes
Stacked Notes/Chords
The Student and Tutor refined their technique on a previously assigned piano piece. The session covered trills, dynamics, and musical interpretation. They also began sight-reading a new piece by Bach, discussing its historical context and performance considerations. The Student will continue practicing the new piece.
Trills and Their Execution
Dynamics and Musicality
Sight-Reading Strategies
Tied Notes and Sustained Sound
Accidentals and Key Signatures
Hand Position Adjustments for Black Keys
The student and tutor worked on refining a piano piece, focusing on trills, phrasing, and navigating difficult passages. The student practiced specific measures, receiving guidance on technique and musical interpretation. Homework was assigned to practice the long trill technique discussed during the session.
Recognizing Similar Musical Passages
Reading Bass Clef and Hand Positioning
Navigating Key Changes and Accidentals
Rhythmic Independence in Trills
Musical Phrasing
Trills and Their Execution
The student practiced adding trills to a piano piece, focusing on specific measures and different types of trills. They worked on finger positioning and relaxation techniques. The student was encouraged to practice the trills, particularly the long trill, and to pay attention to how they exit each trill.
Trill Execution: Measure 4 Example
Trill Types and Variations
Measure 15 & 17 Trill: G-A-G
Measure 25 Trill: Long Trill with Exit
Fingering for Trills
Adding Trills: Basic Introduction
Hailey Goodwin assisted a learner with practicing Sonata for Beginners, addressing phrasing, dynamics, and fingering techniques. The learner, who resides in Sacramento, worked through measures 26-39, focusing on accidentals and key changes in the development section. They discussed strategies for managing challenging passages and finger placements.
Dynamics
Modulation
Musical Rests
Minor Scales (Melodic/Harmonic)
Sonata Structure
Flats and Sharps Rules
Phrasing Lines
Different types of piano lessons
Piano
Grand Piano
Player Piano
Digital Piano
Upright Piano
Jazz Piano
Types of learners for piano lessons
School
All levels
College
Adult/Professionals
Interactive piano lessons
Note taking
Parent feedback
Record lessons
Open Q&A
Pets are welcomed
Approach & tools used in piano classes
DAWs
Chord & Scale Reference Apps
Looping Software
Piano Tuner Apps
Ear Training Software
Virtual Piano Apps
Presentations
Practice worksheets
Dictation tools
Chord Diagram Apps
Quizzes
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