Elizabeth Kahn
Learn piano with compassionate guidance informed by UNISA’s holistic approach to instruction.
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Piano lessons - Elizabeth Kahn
Bachelors degree
/ 30 min
Elizabeth - Your piano teacher
I am an experienced and BA Honours in Music qualified teacher with over 32 years of teaching experience. I love teaching music. It is my life and passion. I have taught all ages and levels from 3 years of age to over 80! All of my students have been entered for ABRSM music examinations as well as Trinity music exams, with 100% pass rate. I am an accredited UNISA teacher. I have taught class music, Classical Guitar, Piano, Keyboard as well as violin lessons. I believe that learning music should be enjoyable for both students and teachers, and music should always be fun! It is important to work hard, to achieve goals, but if music is enjoyable, students will want to learn and practice so much more! I look forward to meeting you and to sharing my love of music and teaching with you. Thank you for choosing me as your new music teacher! I know that we will make wonderful musical memories together.
Piano teacher known for supportive style
88% students appreciate teachers patient, encouraging approach
Piano lessons that truly engage students
Parents report their children look forward to every class
Flexible scheduling for piano lessons
90% of students say piano classes fit easily into their weekly routine
Your piano teacher skills
Rhythm and Timing
Exam prep
Upskilling
Scales and Arpeggios
Technical presentation
Ear training
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Grade improvement
Assignment help
Music theory
Homework help
Piano Technique
Piano lessons at a glance
I believe that my teaching approach should encourage the development of the whole musician. I specialise in teaching a variety of instruments and subjects. Theory should be an integral part of the lesson, as well as the development of technique, sight-reading and aural skills. I am an empathetic teacher and I believe that I should guide and teach my students strategically so that they achieve as much as possible in a short space of time. Following a personalised curriculum, I cater to a diverse audience of over 200 students, including those in school, college and adult/professional setting at all skill levels. My methodology strengths lie in fostering a deep understanding of musical concepts while nurturing individual creativity and technical proficiency, ensuring that students excel in their musical journey. I am an expert in music theory and will enjoy sharing this with you!

Piano concept taught by Elizabeth
The student worked on piano pieces "Tarantula" and "Someone You Loved," focusing on tempo, dynamics, fingering accuracy, and legato pedaling. The tutor pointed out recurring melodic patterns in "Someone You Loved" to aid memorization and understanding. The student was assigned a Mozart piece to begin learning for the next lesson.
Note Accuracy
Recognizing Recurring Motives and Patterns
Legato Pedaling
Dynamics
Rhythm and Timing
Scales for Warm-up
The session covered music theory concepts including scales, key signatures, relative major and minor keys, modulation, and note values. The student practiced scales with a focus on right-hand technique and worked on identifying notes and rhythms. The tutor introduced 16th notes and rests and assigned the student to review the note pyramid.
Major Scales and Relative Minors
Key Signatures
Modulation
Minor Scales: Harmonic Form
Note Values and Rests
The Student practiced scales, focusing on fingering and sharps/flats, and reviewed several piano pieces, working on pedaling and bringing out the melody. Rhythmic concepts like eighth notes were covered. The student was assigned to practice the pieces covered in the session, from "Alpine Melody" onwards, and to continue working on the Jim Nepetti piece.
The Fermata
Scales: C
G
D
F Major
Eighth Notes & Rhythmic Accuracy
New Hand Positions & Note Reading
Musicality and Melody
The Tutor guided the student through various piano exercises and Christmas songs, focusing on note reading, finger placement, and coordination between the left and right hands. The student practiced playing several songs and received guidance on tempo and accuracy. The session concluded with plans to continue learning new pieces next week.
Finger Placement
Rhythm and Timing
Left and Right Hand Coordination
Song Familiarization
Note Recognition
The Student practiced several Christmas carols on the piano, focusing on rhythm, hand coordination, and accurate note reading. The Tutor provided guidance on counting and fingering techniques. The Student was assigned to practice the songs to improve speed and accuracy before the next lesson.
Coordination: Hands Together Playing
Note Recognition and Finger Placement
Dotted Crotchet Value
Quaver Recognition and Rhythm
"Inchworm" Song Technique
Improvisation and Recognition
Playing on Black Keys
Learning New Songs
Playing Hands Together (Opposite Directions)
C Major Scale (Left Hand)
C Major Scale (Right Hand)
Types of learners for piano lessons
Adult/Professionals
All levels
College
School
Interactive piano lessons
Weekend lessons
Pets are welcomed
Record lessons
Note taking
Parent feedback
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Guitar Tuner Apps
Presentations
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Metronome Apps
Different types of piano lessons
Piano
Grand Piano
Classical Piano
Electric Keyboard

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