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
Ear training
Chord Theory
Performance Skills
Rhythm and Timing
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Improvisation
Piano Technique
Piano Repertoire
Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for Advanced
Piano for Beginners
Piano for Intermediate
Piano for Adults
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
Piano concepts taught by Kirstie
The lesson covered piano scales, including penta scales and the G major scale, as well as staccato practice. The Student worked on a song, focusing on coordination between left and right hands. The student also practiced note reading on the staff and was assigned to practice scales and the song with both hands separately and together.
Pentascale Practice
C Major Full Octave Scale
G Major Full Octave Scale
Musical Notation: Note Recognition
Musical Notation: Quarter Notes
Hand Independence
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Dating App Etiquette and Red Flags
Therapy's Role in Dating and Self-Reflection
Interpreting Communication and Intentions
Navigating Relationship Pace and Expectations
The session focused on piano practice, including arpeggios in G and C, the D major scale (hands separate), and sight reading. The student worked on memorizing and playing a new piece. Homework includes practicing arpeggios at specified tempos, working on the D major scale hands together, and practicing sections of the new piece.
Scale Practice: D Major Scale
Final Piece Section: B♭ and Chord Introduction
Site Reading: Rhythm and Note Recognition
Piece Learning: Chord Progressions and New Sections
Arpeggio Practice with Metronome
The Tutor and Student focused on improving sight-reading and piano technique using a new piece and scale exercises. The Student will work on specific sections of the new piece using Piano Marvel's learning modes, practice scales and arpeggios, and continue with technique exercises. Due to upcoming travel, the next lesson is scheduled in two weeks, allowing ample time for focused practice.
Expanding Keyboard Awareness
Pedal Technique
B♭ Major Scale: Finger Placement and Technique
Arpeggio Review and Practice
Sasser Test as a Site-Reading Tool
Note Reading on the Staff
G Sharp (G#)
One Octave C Major Scale
Rhythmic Patterns and Notation
Piano Key Stickers and Note Identification
Musical Scales: G
D
and B Major
The student practiced the D harmonic minor scale and worked on timing with a metronome. The student also reviewed and practiced the piece "Green Sleeves", aiming to play it all the way through. The assignment for the next session includes practicing the scale with a metronome, increasing the tempo gradually, and continuing to work on "Green Sleeves".
D Harmonic Minor Scale Descending
Metronome Practice
Greensleeves Performance
Practice Mindset
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Looping Software
Piano Tuner Apps
Chord & Scale Reference Apps
Metronome Apps
DAWs
Ear Training Software
Interactive piano lessons
Open Q&A
Record lessons
Pets are welcomed
Chat for quick help
Weekend lessons
Piano teachers on Wiingy are vetted for quality
Every tutor is interviewed and selected for subject expertise and teaching skill.
