Jordan Dyck
Lets achieve your goals together, master your interests and keep the foundation of music in mind: Fun!
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Jordan Dyck
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
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Jordan - Your piano teacher
Hello! My name is Jordan Dyck and I am a classically trained pianist, currently in my 3rd year of my Bachelor of Music degree at the University of Western Ontario. I've been teaching piano for about 3 years now, with students ranging from ages as young as 5, to students 60 and older. While I am most comfortable in playing classical music, my lessons include all different styles of music! My goal is to help you achieve your own individual goals, so that your lessons cover exactly what you need them to. Whether you've been playing for 10 minutes, 10 months, or 10 years, all levels are welcome to come and elevate your playing to the next level. My aim is not only to improve your skills but also to build confidence and inspire a lifelong love of music. Let's explore your musical interests and find ways to make every lesson both challenging and enjoyable.
Your piano teacher skills
Piano Repertoire
Pedaling Techniques
Piano Technique
Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for Intermediate
Piano for Kids
Piano for Adults
Piano for Beginners
Piano for Advanced
Piano lessons at a glance
I use a highly personalized teaching style for each of my students. I believe that the most fundamental aspect of music is having fun! If you aren't having fun, then you aren't playing music. That's why my sole focus is to help you achieve your goals. There is truly no one size fits all approach to learning music! Each lesson must be individually tailored to your specific needs and wants. I strive to create an engaging and supportive environment for students to explore both their instrument and their interests. Lessons shouldn't be some strict regiment where you have to play your scales 50 times correctly before you can play twinkle twinkle little start. My lessons are a place for exploration, discovery, and development. It doesn't matter whether you are looking to become the next Chopin or Elton John; as your piano teacher, my job is to help you achieve your own individual idea of success. So, lets start achieving together!
Piano teacher known for supportive style
88% students appreciate teachers patient, encouraging approach
Highly recommended piano teacher for beginners
94% parents say teacher is perfect for building confidence in early learners
Piano lessons built around practical learning
Classes center on playing, not just theory or drills
Different types of piano lessons
Piano
Grand Piano
Digital Piano
Upright Piano
Classical Piano
Electric Keyboard
Piano concepts taught by Jordan
The student and tutor discussed learning new piano pieces, focusing on Gymnopedie by Satie and Prelude in C Major by Bach. The session involved breaking down the left-hand chords of Gymnopedie and exploring techniques for smooth transitions. The student was assigned to practice the left-hand chords of Gymnopedie, and the tutor provided resources for obtaining sheet music.
Gymnopédie No. 1 Left-Hand Pattern
Achieving a Dreamy
Relaxing Tone
Navigating IMSLP (International Music Score Library Project)
Considerations When Buying A Used Piano
Modern Classical Music
The Student and Tutor discussed piano practice strategies, focusing on goal setting and improvisation techniques. The Student received an exercise to improve finger dexterity and explored the concept of motifs in improvisation. The Student is to practice the finger dexterity exercise and continue working on the prelude, aiming to reach bar 12.
Dexterity Exercise: Finger Independence
Pedal Usage: Punchy vs. Lyrical Interpretation
Motif Development: Improvisation
Wallpaper Music Concept
Piano Resolutions: Specific Goals
The session focused on note naming practice, physical warm-up exercises, and learning a musical sequence. The Student received guidance on wrist movement and relaxation techniques to improve playing. The homework is to practice the musical sequence, and the Tutor will provide a video to aid with this exercise.
Note Naming Practice
Warming Up Techniques
Sequence Exercises
Balance Between Hands
Dynamics and Tempo (Hairpins)
Harmonic Analysis and Inversions
The Tutor and Student discussed music theory concepts including intervals, chord qualities, chord extensions, secondary dominants, and 2-5-1 progressions. The Student practiced piano techniques, specifically pedaling and phrasing, while playing a classical piece. The student was assigned to practice the first half of the piece with correct pedaling and smooth transitions.
Phrasing in Music
Piano Pedaling Technique
2-5-1 Chord Progressions
Chord Extensions
Chord Construction: Stacking Intervals
Intervals and Qualities
Secondary Dominants
The student and tutor reviewed scales and note naming. The student then performed "Take Five," receiving feedback on rhythm, articulation, and the use of two-note slurs. The tutor introduced the concept of musical sequences, and the student was assigned to continue practicing "Take Five" and begin working on the prelude in E minor.
Applying Weight to Keys
Musical Sequences
Wrist Motion for Articulation
Two-Note Slurs
Compound Meter (5/4 Time Signature)
The session focused on note reading across different clefs and analyzing Rachmaninoff's "Liebesleid." The Student worked on identifying musical markings and understanding the structure of the piece. The plan is to continue working on this piece, prioritizing the right-hand part, and to allocate time for both this piece and the Prelude in E minor during the next lesson.
Note Reading in Bass Clef
C Clefs (Alto
Tenor
Soprano)
IMSLP Navigation
Musical Markings and Symbols
Chromatic Movement
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Metronome Apps
Ear Training Software
Chord & Scale Reference Apps
Interactive piano lessons
Weekend lessons
Chat for quick help
Parent feedback
Pets are welcomed
Open Q&A
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