Yi Terranova
Elevate your piano skill with dynamic lessons and expert guidance in performance enhancement.
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Piano lessons - Yi Terranova
Masters degree
/ 30 min
Yi - Your piano teacher
Hello all! My name is Yi, and I’m a singer/songwriter, stage performer, studio musician, and music Instructor. What makes me unique, is how my personal career took off while attending the Central Conservatory of Music in my hometown Beijing, where I was lucky enough to become discovered by a famous music producer. I had the privilege, and worked with top level professionals that the music industry has to offer! Because of that, I was lucky enough to experience the full scope of being a touring Headliner, where I gained much invaluable experience that comes with working at that highest of levels. From there, I went on to attend McNally Smith College of Music, located in Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN. where I received my Master’s degree in Music Performance - Vocals. Throughout that time, I’ve been taught by industry leading professionals for 12+ years, and have been instructing for 7+ years. I’ve taught every style from pop, to rock, jazz, R’n B, and musical theater. One constant thing that remains a great passion of mine, is in sharing all of my unique, well developed, knowledge and experience. I use this to create your very own personalized lesson plan, in order to help you achieve your musical aspirations regardless of your current leve, and transform you into the musician you can become!
Piano classes that feel motivating and fun
91% students stay engaged and excited about practicing
Rated 4.9/5 by parents for piano classes
Families love the balance between structure and creativity in each lesson
Piano classes that boost confidence
86% students feel more secure performing after just a few lessons
Piano lessons at a glance
My teaching methodology focus on: personalized tutoring to deliver engaging and effective lessons. Specializing in: - ear training - sight reading - performance coaching - technique enhancement -building foundation - Hand independents - different genres in different styles I offer comprehensive guidance in electric keyboard, grand piano, digital piano, and classical piano. By incorporating a mix of online platforms like music theory, soundslice, and traditional methods, I ensure interactive online learning experiences. I follow a tailored curriculum that caters to a diverse audience of 100+ students at various levels x including school, college, and adult/professional learners. My approach emphasizes a blend of technology and traditional teaching, creating a dynamic and enriching educational journey for all.
Your piano teacher skills
Scales and Arpeggios
Rhythm and Timing
Music theory
Chord Theory
Piano Technique
Performance Skills
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Piano concept taught by Yi
The Student practiced technical exercises, sight-reading, and scales and was introduced to triad chords on the C major scale and their inversions. The Tutor explained 7th chords, specifically G7, and primary chords in the key of C major. The Student began learning a jazz piece, and the Tutor will provide video examples of the jazz piece and the 'Party Time' song for further practice.
Finger Exercises & Warm-ups
Understanding Jazz Piano Voicings
Seventh Chords
C Major Triads and Root Position
Treble Clef vs. Bass Clef
1-4-5 Chord Progressions in C Major
The session involved practicing rhythm exercises, addressing difficulties in a specific song, and learning a new piece focusing on intervals and hand positions. The student received finger exercises and jazz pieces to review. Next week's session is scheduled for the same time.
Finger Exercises for Dexterity
Addressing Rhythmic Challenges
Interval of a Sixth
Song Form and Structure
Hand Positioning and Chord Voicings
The student reviewed melodic and harmonic fourths and fifths in the C position, sight-reading exercises and playing simplified versions of songs. They focused on note recognition, rhythm, and coordination between hands. The student is expected to practice the first half of "Jingle Bells" with both hands for the next session.
Melodic Fourths and Fifths
Playing with Both Hands Together
Rhythm and Note Duration
Note Reading in C Position
Harmonic Fourths and Fifths
The student and tutor practiced several piano pieces, focusing on hand positions, finger placements, and rhythm. They analyzed chord structures and worked on coordinating both hands in syncopated sections. The tutor will provide finger exercises to improve coordination, and the student will continue practicing the discussed songs.
Syncopation and Rhythmic Complexity
Hand Independence Exercises
Chord Recognition and Harmony
Non-Standard Hand Positions
Interval Recognition
Position Shifting
In a voice lesson, Thee Rock Doll guided Levi Ware through vocal warm-ups and scales, applying techniques to enhance his performance of "Rolling in the Deep." Their work concentrated on breath control, vocal placement, and smooth transitions between vocal registers. Levi received exercises to practice scales and breathing techniques during the week, and Thee Rock Doll will provide audio recordings to support his ongoing practice.
Mask Singing (Vocal Placement)
Vocal Relaxation
Note Definition/Separation
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Thee Rock Doll and a student from Fresno reviewed piano pieces including "Standing in the Need of Prayer", "Alouette", and "Lavender is Blue". The lesson focused on rhythm, hand coordination, dotted quarter notes, and intervals. The learner practiced scales and finger positions, and will practice the songs with a metronome. Thee Rock Doll will send a picture of an additional song for practice, and they scheduled the next lesson for Monday.
DC al Fine
Sixths Intervals
Dotted Quarter Notes
Eighth Notes
Dotted Half Notes
Different types of piano lessons
Piano
Grand Piano
Digital Piano
Classical Piano
Electric Keyboard
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Backing Track Libraries
Metronome Apps
Ear Training Software
Virtual Piano Apps
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Types of learners for piano lessons
School
Adult/Professionals
College
All levels
Interactive piano lessons
Chat for quick help
Weekend lessons
Mobile joining
Record lessons
Piano teachers on Wiingy are vetted for quality
Every tutor is interviewed and selected for subject expertise and teaching skill.
