Japs Cunanan
Discover the Art of Improvisation, learn Piano and Theory, Jazz, Classical and note reading
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Japs Cunanan
Bachelors 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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Japs - Your piano teacher
Hi, I'm Japs—a passionate music educator with formal university training and over 12 years of teaching experience. I specialize in a variety of subjects including music theory, ear training, improvisation, sight-reading, and more. Whether you're into Jazz, Classical Piano, Pop, or a blend of styles, I provide lessons tailored to your skill level—from complete beginners to advanced players. My teaching style is flexible and student-centered, focusing on personalized learning to enhance performance skills, develop solid technique, and deepen musical understanding. I aim to make every lesson engaging, productive, and fun. Whether you're preparing for exams, competitions, auditions, performances, or just want to enjoy making music, I’m here to support your goals. Let’s hit the right notes together in your musical journey and unlock your full creative potential!
Japs graduated from St. Paul University
Your piano teacher skills
Ear training
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Rhythm and Timing
Pedaling Techniques
Piano Repertoire
Performance Skills
Chord Theory
Sight Reading
Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for beginners
Piano for intermediate
Piano for advanced
Piano for adults
Piano for kids
Piano lessons at a glance
My teaching methodology is student-centered and tailored to each learner’s unique goals, learning style, and pace. I believe that music education should be both structured and inspiring, so I combine technical training with creative exploration. Lessons include a balanced mix of music theory, ear training, sight-reading, improvisation, and performance skills. Whether a student prefers learning by ear or through sheet music, I adapt my approach to suit their needs. I encourage consistent practice, clear goal-setting, and musical expression to build strong fundamentals and confidence. I also integrate listening and analysis to deepen musical understanding. From beginners discovering the basics to advanced students preparing for performances, auditions, or exams, I strive to create a supportive, engaging, and motivating environment that fosters growth, discipline, and a lifelong love of music. My goal is to help each student become a confident, independent, and expressive musician.
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 Japs
The student received an introductory piano lesson, focusing on identifying notes, understanding basic scales and chords, and learning about finger exercises. The tutor assessed the student's capability and discussed a learning progression, with the student planning to enroll for further lessons.
Understanding Musical Scales and Harmony
Identifying Piano Keys: Middle C and Black Key Patterns
Chords and Numbered Chord Progressions
Piano Finger Numbering and Dexterity Exercises
Piano Purchase Advice for Beginners
The student and tutor reviewed music theory concepts, focusing on chord progressions, voice leading, and the application of pentatonic and blues scales in musical composition. They analyzed song structures and practiced scale derivations, with the student expected to continue practicing these scales.
Power Chords
The Blues Scale and Blue Notes
The Pentatonic Scale
Determining the Key of a Song
Chord Progressions and Number System
Voice Leading and Melody Alignment
The tutor and student focused on piano technique, including practicing scales and the use of the sustain pedal. They explored the concepts of major and minor intervals, whole and half steps, and practiced playing C major and C minor scales. The lesson concluded with practice exercises for both hands and assigned homework to reinforce these concepts.
Piano Pedaling Technique
Finger Technique: The "Claw" Grip
Understanding Whole and Half Steps
Major vs. Minor Sounds
The Tutor guided the Student through learning the melody and chord progressions for the song "Isn't She Lovely." They practiced specific notes, fingering, inversions, and chord voicings for the left and right hands, aiming to build the song section by section. The Student will continue practicing the learned sections.
Learning 'Isn't She Lovely' Melody
Left-Hand Chord Voicings and Inversions
The Role of the Turnaround in Music
Practicing Hands Separately and Together
The student and tutor worked on advanced music theory concepts, including key signatures, relative keys, chord construction (major, minor, diminished), and intervals. They practiced transcribing a song, playing scales with proper technique, and harmonizing melodies, with homework assigned on scales and chord progressions.
Determining Song Key and Relative Minor
Chord Construction: Major vs. Minor
Musical Intervals and Harmony
Piano Scale Fingerings and Technique
The tutor and student worked on piano practice, covering exercises like "Spring," scales, and chords. They then progressed to learning and refining the song "Lovely" by Billie Eilish, focusing on hand technique and fingering. The session concluded with an introduction to "Rondo alla Turca" and specific hand positioning exercises.
Piano Finger Dexterity and Hand Position
Musical Scales: D Major Scale
Introduction to Chords and Harmony
Rhythm and Counting in Music
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Metronome Apps
Ear Training Software
Piano Tuner Apps
Chord & Scale Reference Apps
Looping Software
DAWs
Interactive piano lessons
Open Q&A
Record lessons
Mobile joining
Chat for quick help
Pets are welcomed
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