Kirstie Bruno
Piano Lessons by Boston University Educator | Creative and Engaging
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Kirstie Bruno
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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Kirstie - Your piano teacher
With over a decade of experience and a Master's degree in music, I am Kirstie Bruno, your go-to piano tutor for personalized lessons tailored to your needs. From chords and theory, to technique and performance skills to finding your niche, I cover it all. Whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced player, or even a young aspiring pianist, I've got you covered. I specialize in classical music, and various other piano styles, making each lesson engaging and enriching. I have taught students from the very beginning with no prior music or piano experience, students who have been self-taught from youtube tutorials, as well as students who are pursuing music in college but want a little more individualized instruction . Let's hit the right notes together and unlock your full piano potential. Contact me to start your piano lessons today!
Kirstie graduated from Boston University
Your piano teacher skills
Piano Technique
Music theory
Ear training
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Pedaling Techniques
Improvisation
Scales and Arpeggios
Rhythm and Timing
Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for Beginners
Piano for Adults
Piano for Intermediate
Piano for Advanced
Piano for Kids
Piano lessons at a glance
I ofter personalized piano lessons blending ear training, creativity, and progressive instruction for students of all ages and levels. My engaging and empathetic approach caters to beginners, intermediates, advanced players, kids, and adults. I specialize in classical, jazz, digital, and acoustic piano, using a variety of online and offline tools like Sibelius, Ableton Live, Piano Marvel, and interactive whiteboards to enhance the online learning experience. With over ten thousand lessons taught, I have experience with all sorts of levels and abilities and am able to tailor each session to individual needs, ensuring a strong foundation and steady progress. My strength lies in making complex concepts easy to grasp, fostering a deep love for music in each student, and helping them achieve their piano playing goals effectively.
Different types of piano lessons
Piano
Grand Piano
Player Piano
Digital Piano
Upright Piano
Jazz Piano
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
Can wait for 20 mins after joining
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Piano concepts taught by Kirstie
The student and tutor focused on piano technique, including the completion of a piece called "Golden," practicing scales and arpeggios with increasing tempos, and engaging in note-drilling games to improve accuracy. The session also included sight-reading exercises in both bass and treble clefs, with goals set for future practice on these elements.
Sight-Reading Fundamentals
Note Recognition Drills (Gamified)
Metronome Use for Tempo Control
Hands Together Technique for Scales and Arpeggios
The student and tutor reviewed piano fundamentals, including note identification and scale practice. They worked on playing songs, practiced a note recognition game, and engaged in a digital whiteboard activity involving musical symbols and a tic-tac-toe game. The student was advised to apply key stickers to their piano for future practice.
Identifying Musical Notes
Piano Scales
Musical Symbols and Notation
Piano Sticker Application
Tic-Tac-Toe Game Mechanics
The student and tutor reviewed piano repertoire selection, ultimately choosing a Chopin Prelude (Opus 28, Number 4 in E minor) to work on. The session included sight-reading practice and the initial breakdown of the selected piece, with specific practice goals and scale exercises assigned for the week.
Chopin Preludes - Opus 28
No. 4
Musical Notation and Interpretation
Practice Strategies for Musicians
The Importance of Foundational Musical Skills
The tutor assigned practice tasks for the student, including independently learning a musical passage and completing online note-naming exercises. The student will also work on identifying note names on sheet music, applying learned theory to practical musical contexts. The next session will continue with these practice elements.
Independent Practice on "Green Sleeves"
Advanced Note Naming Challenge
Treble Clef Note Identification
Understanding Note Beaming and Rhythmic Values
The Tutor and Student reviewed the student's current piano practice goals, adjusting them to accommodate the student's emotional state and focus on attainable achievements. They practiced a C major cadence, discussed music theory concepts like sound waves and the overtone series, and selected new pieces for the student to learn, prioritizing enjoyment and accomplishment.
Adjusting Practice for Well-being
The Overtone Series and Dissonance
Repertoire Building and Maintenance
The Role of Structure in Learning
The tutor and student reviewed musical pieces, "Golden" and "Elise," focusing on technique and playing with recordings. They then practiced arpeggios and scales, progressively increasing tempo, and concluded with note identification exercises, setting new high scores in timed challenges covering both treble and bass clefs. The student was assigned to continue practicing arpeggios, scales, refining "Golden," and playing "Elise" with the piano.
Arpeggios: Mastering Speed and Technique
Scales: Building Dexterity and Fluency
Sight-Reading: Deciphering Musical Notation
Note Identification Games: Enhancing Recognition Skills
Approach & tools used in piano classes
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Looping Software
Chord & Scale Reference Apps
Backing Track Libraries
Metronome Apps
Piano Tuner Apps
Interactive piano lessons
Note taking
Open Q&A
Chat for quick help
Mobile joining
Pets are welcomed
Piano teachers on Wiingy are vetted for quality
Every tutor is interviewed and selected for subject expertise and teaching skill.