Elizabeth Kahn
Learn piano with compassionate guidance informed by UNISA’s holistic approach to instruction.
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Elizabeth Kahn
Bachelors degree
/ 55 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.
Your piano teacher skills
Test prep
Pedaling Techniques
Homework help
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Scales and Arpeggios
Music theory
Exam prep
Sight Reading
Piano Repertoire
Upskilling
Technical presentation
Ear training
CoTutorAI modules
Summary
Podcast
Quiz
Learnings
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Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for adults
Piano for kids
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 and Tutor worked on three piano pieces: "Santa Claus is Coming to Town," "What Child is This? (Greensleeves)," and "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas." They focused on specific techniques such as left-hand crossing, pedaling, rhythmic interpretation, and harmonic concepts like Tierce de Picardie. The Student was assigned to practice "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" for the next session.
Nuanced Dotted Rhythm Execution
Progressive Practice for Musical Mastery
Tierce de Picardie
Articulation: Staccato and Legato
Dynamic Pedaling for Expression
Left Hand Crossover Technique
The Student and Tutor worked on practicing several Christmas songs on the guitar, including "The First Noel," "Angels We Have Heard on High," "Deck the Halls," and a new song, "White Christmas." They focused on refining melodies, practicing specific chord progressions (including the introduction of the B minor chord), and discussing techniques for leading a singer. The Student was encouraged to continue practicing these pieces.
Essential Chord Practice & B minor Fingering
Leading Group Performance with Guitar
Melody vs. Chord Accompaniment
"White Christmas" - Introduction & Plucking Techniques
Tutor and Student reviewed music theory concepts, specifically 3/8 time signature and note beaming, identifying areas for improvement in the Student's recent theory exercises. They then worked on piano pieces, "Passacaglia" and "A River Flows In You," focusing on fluency, rhythm, and addressing specific challenging measures. The session concluded with the introduction of a new piece, "Pirates of the Caribbean," and a plan for the Student to work on Grade 3 theory exercises and practice the new musical piece.
Mastering 3/8 Time Signature Beaming
Precise Counting and Note Alignment
Targeted Practice for Difficult Passages
Introduction to F Major and 'Pirates of the Caribbean'
Student and Tutor began reviewing "The Christmas Song" on the piano, aiming to re-learn it for the upcoming holiday season. They focused on specific measures, practicing both right and left-hand parts, with a particular emphasis on a descending chromatic section. The Student's homework is to continue working on this song for the next session.
Strategic Relearning of Repertoire
Mastering Tricky Passages: Hands Separate Practice
The Power of Musical Recall and Muscle Memory
The Student had a piano lesson focusing on several Christmas songs, including "Deck the Halls," "We Three Kings," "Jingle Bells," and "Away in a Manger." The Tutor provided instruction on note values, correct fingering, and hand placement for each piece. The Student was assigned to practice all the Christmas songs for the next session.
Understanding Note Values and Rhythmic Counting
Essential Finger Placement for Piano
Navigating Basic Notes on the Keyboard
Developing Ensemble Skills Through Duets
Mastering Christmas Song Repertoire
Adjusting Device Audio Settings
The Student and Tutor reviewed several major and minor piano scales, focusing on specific fingerings and two-octave arpeggios, with guidance on technique. They practiced multiple pieces, including "Shenandoah," "The Chase," and Bach's "Menuet No. 6" and "No. 7," discussing dynamics and tempo. The session also introduced "Autumn Ballad," for which the Tutor provided strategies for reading complex accidentals and chord structures by identifying underlying harmonic patterns. For homework, the Student will practice assigned scales, arpeggios, and work on the "Autumn Ballad" using the discussed chordal approach, with an optional recommendation for theory practice.
Mastering Two-Octave Arpeggios
Interpreting Baroque Minuets (Bach)
Decoding Complex Repertoire (Autumn Ballad)
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Metronome Apps
Presentations
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Guitar Tuner Apps
Interactive piano lessons
Note taking
Mobile joining
Open Q&A
Chat for quick help
Record lessons
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