Laurie Depauw
Learn many skills based on your goals, desires and needs. And then expand and learn nonstop.
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Laurie Depauw
Masters 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
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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!
Laurie graduated from University of North Texas
Your piano teacher skills
Piano Repertoire
Chord Theory
Piano Technique
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Sight Reading
Performance Skills
Rhythm and Timing
Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for intermediate
Piano for beginners
Piano for kids
Piano for advanced
Piano for adults
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.
Different types of piano lessons
Piano
Grand Piano
Digital Piano
Upright Piano
Classical Piano
Electric Keyboard
Piano concepts taught by Laurie
The student practiced identifying notes and playing simple piano songs in C position to develop keyboard familiarity and note recognition skills. Different exercises were tried using sheet music to improve both right and left-hand coordination. The Tutor assigned songs for practice and discussed exploring the book as a source for future lessons.
Keyboard Note Identification
Piano Key Layout
C Position and Thumb Sharing
Sharps and Accidentals
Slurs
Bass Clef Introduction
The session involved vocal exercises focused on pitch, tone, and vocal agility. The student practiced various patterns and received feedback to enhance their vocal performance. There were no specific homework assignments mentioned, but continued practice of the exercises was implied.
Pitch Modification
Movement and Bounce Exercises
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The session involved vocal exercises to release tension and improve vocal mobility, followed by practice on several songs to enhance technique and musicality. The student worked on pacing, phrasing, and dynamic variation within the songs. The follow-up includes practicing sirens, focusing on casual bounce in songs, and further exploring repertoire.
Vocal Warm-ups and Tension Release
Casual Bounce in Singing
Repertoire Selection and Song Analysis
Dynamic Variation in Repetitive Sections
Balancing Technical Focus and Musicality
The Student practiced vocal exercises focused on vowel modification and worked on performance techniques for several songs. The session included exploring new song selections for future practice. The Tutor and Student scheduled the next session and discussed rescheduling options around the holidays.
Textual Inflection and Emotional Context
Song Selection and Exploration
Rhythmic Accuracy and Phrasing in Singing
Vowel Modification in Higher Pitches
Vocalizing Sequences and Mechanisms
Tall Posture and Vowel Alignment
The student practiced vocalizing using various patterns to improve vowel transitions and flexibility, particularly on higher notes. They also worked on performance readiness for several Christmas songs, receiving feedback on vocal technique and stage presence. The tutor assigned continued practice on specific vocal exercises and suggested exploring new song options for the next session.
Balancing Freedom and Structure
Performance Awareness
Vocalizing and Range Extension
Vocal Onset and Flexibility
The Student practiced vocal exercises and applied them to several Christmas-themed songs, focusing on improving vocal technique, rhythm, and conversational delivery. The Tutor suggested practicing "Dream a Little Dream of Me" with movement and encouraged listening to the sing-along version of "Santa Baby" for stylistic nuance. The next session was rescheduled and will continue working on song repertoire.
Vocalizing Patterns: No No
Vocal Exercises: Scales and Arpeggios
Song Interpretation: Conversational Delivery
Physicality and Singing: Incorporating Movement
Song Familiarity and Nuance
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Ear Training Software
Metronome Apps
Interactive piano lessons
Chat for quick help
Mobile joining
Open Q&A
Record lessons
Parent feedback
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Every tutor is interviewed and selected for subject expertise and teaching skill.
