Ana Manrique
Come and learn your favorite songs on the piano with me, no matter if you are 8 or 80 years old, start fulfilling your dream of learning now!
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Ana Manrique
Masters degree
/ 55 min
Ana - Your piano teacher
I'm a teacher passionate about teaching music, specifically Piano. I have a degree in music and a master's degree in music therapy, that has given me the tools to improve my teaching skills, and I also have extensive experience as a teacher, that has helped me understand that everyone has their own unique learning style and pace. I'm empathetic and effective in analyzing student's musical and educational abilities, enabling me to create a personalized, functional and effective Work plan on the piano. As a music teacher, I've worked with children, helping them discover and enhance their musical abilities through play and engaging activities that motivate them to continue learning. As a mother, I know that what is taught with love is forever engraved in the minds and hearts of children, and that is my greatest advantage when teaching.
Ana graduated from Central University of Catalonia
Your piano teacher skills
Music theory
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Scales and Arpeggios
Sight Reading
Chord Theory
Rhythm and Timing
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Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for Kids
Piano for Beginners
Piano for Adults
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Piano lessons at a glance
My teaching method is based on three important phases: the first one is to diagnose the student's prior knowledge of music and the piano, to know where to start, taking into account any incorrect techniques learned or false beliefs about themselves that have prevented them from advancing in their learning. The second phase is to teach correct basic piano technique through exercises and songs that allow students to develop skills such as independence, coordination and hand agility. The repertoires chosen will take into account the student's musical tastes and preferences, wich maintaining their motivation and allowing them to participate in their educational process by contributing topics or songs they would like to learn on the piano. The third aspect of my teaching methodology is to allow students to realize their progress and feel challenged to learn something increasingly difficult, without pushing their learning pace, but still allowing progress to be seen. The study plan will be highly personalized according to each student's charactetistics and educational needs.
Piano concepts taught by Ana
The Student and Tutor worked on piano rhythm, metronome usage, and chord progressions for specific songs, particularly "Take It to the Limit." They practiced counting beats, playing chords according to measures, and understanding specific fingering. The Student was encouraged to integrate foundational technical exercises, such as "Journey number five," into their practice routine for skill development.
Mastering Triplets and Metronome Syncopation
Interpreting Chord Durations Across Measures
Strategic Fingering for Smooth Transitions
Overcoming Practice Frustration and Structuring Warm-ups
The Student and Tutor worked on piano technique, focusing on mastering a 3/4 time signature rhythm and chord progressions for the song "Take It to the Limit." They practiced specific exercises and discussed tempo markings, with plans for the student to continue practicing the provided exercise.
Musical Time Signatures
Coordination of Hands in Piano Playing
Chord Inversions
Rhythm and Note Durations
The Student and Tutor focused on improving rhythmic accuracy and ear training on the piano. They practiced sixteenth note exercises, octave playing for hand flexibility, and used various songs to help the Student better identify the musical beat. The Student will work on playing four notes per beat at 45 BPM, gradually increasing the tempo, and continue practicing chord inversions.
Chord Inversions and Their Role
Understanding Musical Rhythm and Beat
Octave Technique for Hand Stretching
Mastering Note Values and Tempo
The student and tutor worked on piano technique, focusing on ear training for correct notes and practicing two songs: "Reason to Believe" and "You Say." They explored chord inversions, seventh chords, and rhythmic patterns using a new app to isolate musical parts, with plans to continue practicing these concepts.
Piano Chord Inversions
Seventh Chords and Their Inversions
Triplets in Music
Musical Ear Training & Pitch Recognition
The Student and Tutor reviewed piano exercises and songs, focusing on rhythmic accuracy, note execution, and proper fingering. They worked through specific pieces, addressing challenges with tempo and complex rhythms, and discussed effective practice strategies for continued improvement.
Rhythmic Precision: Quarter
Eighth
and Sixteenth Notes
Legato and Pedal Technique
Interpreting Rests and Rhythmic Notation
Fingering for Chords and Arpeggios
The Student and Tutor worked extensively on applying rhythmic patterns to piano pieces, understanding slash chords and their bass progressions, and differentiating between musical time signatures like 3/4. They also touched upon key signatures and chord construction within specific keys, with plans to continue practicing these advanced techniques.
Rhythm vs. Melody in Piano
Chord Inversions
Slash Chords and Bass Notes
Time Signatures: 3/4 vs. 4/4
Seventh Chords
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Ear Training Software
Metronome Apps
Chord & Scale Reference Apps
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
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