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Elizabeth Kahn

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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.

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Piano lessons that truly engage students

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Flexible scheduling for piano lessons

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Your piano teacher skills

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Rhythm and Timing

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Exam prep

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Upskilling

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Scales and Arpeggios

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Technical presentation

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Ear training

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Finger Placement & Hand Position

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Grade improvement

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Assignment help

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Music theory

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Homework help

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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!

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Piano concept taught by Elizabeth

Student learned 3 days ago

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

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Student learned 3 days ago

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

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Student learned 3 days ago

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

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Student learned 5 days ago

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

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Student learned 5 days ago

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

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Student learned 5 days ago

The student practiced piano scales and several songs, including Christmas tunes and exercises like "Inchworm". The session focused on improving fingering, rhythm, and singing while playing. The student will continue practicing the "Inchworm" song for the next lesson.

"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)

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Types of learners for piano lessons

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Adult/Professionals

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All levels

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College

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School

Interactive piano lessons

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Weekend lessons

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Pets are welcomed

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Record lessons

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Note taking

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Parent feedback

Approach & tools used in piano classes

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Guitar Tuner Apps

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Presentations

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PDF Sheet Music Libraries

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Metronome Apps

Different types of piano lessons

Piano

Piano

Grand Piano

Grand Piano

Classical Piano

Classical Piano

Electric Keyboard

Electric Keyboard

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