Violin Lessons with Classical Foundation by Boston University Educator

Student and Tutor spent the session setting up the Student's Piano Marvel account and getting familiar with the platform. They covered foundational note reading, rhythmic values, staff notation, and began practicing the C major scale with both hands. The Student also started learning the song "Piano Man" and was introduced to basic chords and proper pedal technique. Homework included completing 10 exercises in Piano Marvel's method section, practicing scales, learning parts of "Piano Man," completing a note-reading flashcard challenge, and working on a C major cadence.

Two students had separate piano lessons. The first Student practiced C, G, D, F, and F sharp major scales (two octaves, hands together), learned the C major arpeggio, refined "Prelude in C," and started "We Wish You a Merry Christmas," which was assigned for homework. The second Student played "Carol of the Bells," reviewed C, G, and F sharp major scales (two octaves, both hands), and completed a timed challenge on a section of "When You Wish Upon a Star," improving their speed.

The Student and Tutor practiced several piano pieces, including 'Your Ways Better,' 'Itsybitsy Spider,' and 'Fur Elise.' They discussed sheet music challenges, introduced the concept of first and second endings in musical notation, and decided on new Christmas songs for future learning. The session concluded with a game of tic-tac-toe on the whiteboard.

Student and Tutor practiced piano pieces, beginning with a warm-up on an older repertoire piece. They then focused on "We Three Kings," refining rhythm, practicing singing while playing, and learning a new ending section. The Student was advised to clarify performance details regarding the piano's role during specific spoken and rap sections with their choir teacher.

The Student and Tutor focused on piano fundamentals, reviewing "Mary Had a Little Lamb" and practicing the C pentascale with both hands and eyes closed. The session also introduced music notation, covering the staff, treble clef, and note identification, which was reinforced with a timed game. For follow-up, the Student received an easy version of "Pink Pony Club" to practice, along with a homework assignment to formalize their understanding of music notation and continue practicing two-handed playing.

Student and Tutor worked on the violin piece "Fuja," focusing on challenges related to shifting into third position for high notes and understanding rhythmic notation. The Tutor provided guidance on technique and clarified musical elements. For homework, the Student will practice measures 5-33 of "Fuja," and the next session will introduce "Crystallize."