Laurie Depauw
Learn many skills based on your goals, desires and needs. And then expand and learn nonstop.
Piano lessons - Laurie Depauw
Masters degree
/ 30 min
Piano lessons at a glance
Methodology is based on many things. It is chosen based on student need. Many different curriculums exist. I will show you various options. You can then pick what you prefer. Books and individual pieces can be used independently and in combination. I do not rely on generic AI models. Many factors need to be considered. Popular methods to consider include FJH, Faber, Bastienne, Alfred, and Suzuki. Different genres can be covered in methods. I can use independent pieces to incorporate diversity and learning beyond one way . Methods can be used to meet need based on individual goals, desires and needs. There is no single avenue or way. Using more than one opens more possibilities. It simply needs to be chosen an selected based on individual and unique desires and needs. Adaptations can be made as skills progress, involved and grow. It is a path and journey.
Your piano teacher skills
Piano Repertoire
Chord Theory
Rhythm and Timing
Piano Technique
Performance Skills
Sight Reading
Ear training
Laurie graduated from University of North Texas
Laurie - Your piano teacher
I am an experienced piano and voice teacher. I earned my music degrees from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and the University of North Texas. I held a Teaching Fellowship during my graduate coursework. My students have earned many accolades including winning competitions, awards, and stellar performances. Some have even gone onto college music programs. Many have played in churches and other venues. I tailor instruction to your individual needs, goals and desires. I incorporate music theory in lessons as needed as well. You can gain knowledge to pass music theory tests as part of piano instruction. Sight reading is also an important component. Learning piano truly develops the brain as it incorporates audio, visual and tactile senses. It provides an excellent foundation for further musical learning and study. It will help you!
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Piano concept taught by Laurie
Laurie and Jamie worked on vocal exercises, including patterns and sirens, to improve Jamie's vocal technique, range, and breath control. They also explored potential song choices from female praise and worship artists, focusing on finding songs that suit Jamie's vocal range and allow her to practice legato phrasing. Jamie was assigned to practice the vocalizing patterns and explore the suggested songs, with a follow-up lesson scheduled for next Thursday at 12:30 to continue working on these skills.
Legato Singing
Tension Removal
Breath Support
Singing Posture
Vocal Sirens
Laurie coached Nikki on vocal techniques, focusing on posture, core engagement, and breath support to enhance her vocal range and reduce tension. Nikki diligently practiced vocalizing exercises and discussed song choices to achieve a better balance between lower and higher registers. For homework, Laurie assigned daily warm-ups and encouraged Nikki to explore songs in various ranges, promising to provide additional exercises in their next lesson.
Vocal Posture & Core Support
Sustaining Long Notes
Vocal Register Flexibility
Muscle Efficiency in Singing
Laurie worked with an individual from Old North Durham on vocal techniques, including vowel modification for high notes and exercises to release vocal tension. The learner practiced these techniques while singing songs such as "A Thousand Years" and "Pink Pony Club." They plan to continue working on these songs and techniques in the next lesson, and the individual will discuss renewing her lessons with her mother.
Vocal Tension Release Techniques
Breath Support for Sustained Notes
Vowel Modification for High Pitches
Laurie and Sophia dedicated their recent vocal lesson to exercises and performance techniques, specifically for songs like "A Thousand Years," "Pink Pony Club," and "Promise." They worked through technical issues to enable audio playback of vocalizing patterns and honed methods for improving vocal range and breath control. As homework, Laurie assigned Sophia siren exercises to assist with transitions between high and low notes in "Pink Pony Club."
Vowel Modification
Vocal Slides (Sirens)
Breath Support for High Notes
Connecting Air to Sound
During a vocal lesson, Laurie DePauw and Sophia Carmichael engaged in vocal exercises and practiced songs such as "A Thousand Years", "Pink Pony Club", and "Sailor Song", utilizing both sing-along and karaoke versions. The focus of this lesson was on refining legato lines, rhythm, and memorization techniques. They also took time to discuss strategies for karaoke practice with Sophia's sister and made plans for upcoming lessons to reinforce new songs and further develop vocal techniques.
Building Legato Lines
Performance and Familiarity
Range and Vocal Gymnastics
Phone Use in Schools
Memory and Memorization
Vocal Technique - 'oo' Vowel
Laurie DePauw guided Riley through vocal exercises and song performances, focusing on breath control, posture, and phrasing. Riley practiced techniques to relax their throat, engage their core, and add dynamic variation to their singing. They scheduled another session for the following Thursday to continue working on these skills.
Vocal Fluidity
Airflow and Phrasing
Vocal Exercises
Posture and Core Engagement
Dynamic Variation
Different types of piano lessons
Piano
Grand Piano
Digital Piano
Upright Piano
Classical Piano
Electric Keyboard
Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for intermediate
Piano for advanced
Piano for kids
Piano for adults
Piano for beginners
Interactive piano lessons
Parent feedback
Open Q&A
Note taking
Mobile joining
Weekend lessons
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Ear Training Software
Metronome Apps
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