Elizabeth Kahn
Learn piano with compassionate guidance informed by UNISA’s holistic approach to instruction.
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Elizabeth Kahn
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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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.
Your piano teacher skills
Performance Skills
Upskilling
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Music theory
Rhythm and Timing
Technical presentation
Homework help
Grade improvement
Ear training
Scales and Arpeggios
Pedaling Techniques
Piano Repertoire
Types of learners for piano lessons
College
School
Adult/Professionals
All levels
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 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
Different types of piano lessons
Piano
Grand Piano
Classical Piano
Electric Keyboard
Piano concepts taught by Elizabeth
The Student practiced several piano pieces, focusing on hand placement, note recognition, rhythm, and coordination. The tutor provided guidance and correction to improve the Student's technique and timing. Homework includes practicing the pieces covered during the lesson, particularly "Mischievous Matthew Monkey" and the left hand part of "Hippopotamus and the Mosquito".
Baba Black Sheep - Hand Position
Autumn - Note Recognition and Sequencing
Kangaroo - E Flat Identification and Left-Hand Coordination
Mischievous Matthew Monkey - G&B Chord and Quaver Timing
Hippopotamus and the Mosquito - Left Hand Practice
The Student practiced scales including G major, E minor and C major, as well as chromatic scales. They then worked on two new pieces, "Way Out West" focusing on rhythm and "A Little Song" focusing on fingering. The session involved correcting notes and rhythms, and practicing hands-together playing.
C Major Scale (Two Octaves
Contrary Motion)
"Little Song" Piece: Melody and Fingering
"Way Out West" Piece: Left Hand Swing Rhythm
D Major and A Major Scales (Hands Separately)
Chromatic Scale (Right Hand on D)
E Minor Scale (One Octave)
G Major Scale (One Octave)
The Student and Tutor worked on scales and several piano pieces, focusing on rhythm, fingering, and chord progressions. The student received guidance on specific sections of the pieces and practiced hands separately before combining them. The student was also given a method for practicing a difficult section.
D Major Scale
Counting and Rhythm (3/4 Time)
F Major Scale
Eighth Notes
Arpeggiated Chords
New Bass Style
Fingering Techniques for Complex Passages
The student worked on refining their interpretation and technique on "Sleepy Shores" and "Turkish March." They practiced scales in C# minor and received guidance on shaping melodies through dynamics and rubato. The tutor recommended listening to recordings of the pieces to inspire interpretation and assigned further practice on accenting and evening out 16th notes.
Even 16th Note Playing
Trills
Identifying Cadence Points
Shaping a Melody
Relative Minor Keys
The session centered on piano practice, focusing on technique, timing, and coordination through Hanon exercises, Bach's Minuet in G, and pieces from the Alfred book. The Student received guidance on relaxation, metronome use, and fingering. The Tutor assigned continued practice on the Bach piece, working line by line, and exploration of the Faber book.
Staccato and Legato
Interval Recognition
Fingering and Hand Position
Metronome Practice
Relaxation and Tension in Playing
Breaking Down Complex Pieces
The session covered scales, sight-reading, and refining the student's performance of Mozart variations and 'Village and May'. The student worked on specific sections identified as needing improvement, focusing on timing, fingering, and legato. The student was assigned memorization of 'Village and May' for the next lesson and plans were made to test the student.
Mozart Theme Analysis and Performance
Legato and Pedal Technique
Memorization and Performance
Note Values: Eighth and Quarter Notes
Rhythm and Timing with Metronome
Scales and Finger Placement
Approach & tools used in piano classes
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Presentations
Guitar Tuner Apps
Metronome Apps
Interactive piano lessons
Mobile joining
Chat for quick help
Weekend lessons
Record lessons
Pets are welcomed
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Every tutor is interviewed and selected for subject expertise and teaching skill.
