Hailey Goodwin
Study with a USC Aiken grad offering personalized piano instruction grounded in stage readiness.
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Hailey Goodwin
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
50 lessons
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30 lessons
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20 lessons
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10 lessons
5% off
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5 lessons
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1 lessons
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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.
Your piano teacher skills
Sight Reading
Piano Repertoire
Chord Theory
Improvisation
Upskilling
Assignment help
Rhythm and Timing
Test prep
Piano Technique
Music theory
Homework help
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Types of learners for piano lessons
College
All levels
Adult/Professionals
School
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.
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
Different types of piano lessons
Piano
Grand Piano
Player Piano
Digital Piano
Upright Piano
Jazz Piano
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
Can wait for 20 mins after joining
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10 day Refund
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Piano concepts taught by Hailey
The student and tutor worked through several piano pieces, focusing on reading sheet music, identifying notes, understanding rhythms (staccato, quarter notes, whole notes), and key signatures. They practiced writing in notes for new songs and reviewed dynamic markings, with "Rock with Me" identified as the next major practice piece for the week.
Musical Notation: Note Duration
Key Signatures and Accidentals
Dynamics in Music
Musical Articulation: Staccato
The student and tutor focused on practicing a piano piece, addressing specific challenging measures that involve fast hand movements and syncopated rhythms. They planned to record certain sections for the student to use as an audio reference for refinement and discussed future practice strategies involving refining learned pieces.
Musical Phrasing and Flow
Syncopation in Music
Rhythmic Interpretation
Practice Strategies for Musical Improvement
The student and tutor reviewed progress on a piano piece. The student reported consistent daily practice and discussed their current focus on mastering the second page of the music, noting a developing groove. They also requested the tutor to demonstrate specific measures to aid their understanding, and the tutor provided positive reinforcement on the student's progress and ability to incorporate musicality.
Musical Practice Progression
Interpreting Musical Notation
The Role of Practice Structure
Piece Structure and Repetition
The student and tutor worked on learning new piano pieces, focusing on identifying and writing musical notes, understanding accidentals (sharps and flats), and interpreting musical articulations like accents and staccato. They practiced playing through sections of the new songs and were assigned "Popcorn Party" and "Seashell" as new practice pieces for the week.
Chords: Building and Playing
Musical Notation: Reading and Writing Notes
Musical Interpretation: Dynamics and Articulation
The Student practiced identifying and writing notes in sheet music, focusing on pieces like 'Bravery at C', 'Rain', and 'Sing Bird Sing'. The session transitioned to G major position with the song 'G Wiz', introducing the F# sharp. The Tutor assigned 'Sing' and 'G Wiz' for practice and agreed to send the Student's parents a picture of the notes to aid practice.
Writing Notes
Key Signatures (F#)
G Major Position Introduction
Tied Notes
B♭ (B Flat) Recognition
Note Identification and Placement
F Major Position Review
The student reviewed a specific measure in an Elton John song with the tutor and then began working on page two. The tutor provided guidance on rhythm and technique, suggesting focusing on the left hand part. They discussed the structure of the song and the student's progress.
Measure Breakdown
Hand-by-Hand Practice
Melody-Lyric Connection
Rhythmic Feel and Swing
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Backing Track Libraries
Chord & Scale Reference Apps
Virtual Piano Apps
Dictation tools
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Metronome Apps
DAWs
Subtitled media
Quizzes
Assessments
Chord Diagram Apps
Interactive piano lessons
Pets are welcomed
Chat for quick help
Note taking
Weekend lessons
Record lessons
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