Daniel Zapata
Experience cutting-edge piano instructions with a classic virtuoso blending theory seamlessly for you to learn intuitively.
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Daniel Zapata
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
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Daniel - Your piano teacher
I'm Daniel Valentino Zapata and as musician with 12+ years of playing experience in Piano, Guitar and Drums. - Bachelors of Science in Psychology from Nevada State University - 5 Years Playing In Professional Gigging Settings 3+ Years Teaching guitar and piano at Music & Arts With over 3 years of experience offering creative and personalized lessons in Jazz Piano, Classical Piano and more (Pop, Rock, Gospel, Country, Rnb, Hip-Hop). My specialties range from Chord Theory to Performance Skills, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced player, my lessons cater to all levels, including kids and adults. Let's explore the world of piano together through expert teaching in a fun and engaging way. Let's hit the right notes in your musical journey and build that intuition together!
Daniel graduated from Nevada State University
Your piano teacher skills
Chord Theory
Scales and Arpeggios
Music theory
Pedaling Techniques
Sight Reading
Improvisation
Performance Skills
Ear training
Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for adults
Piano for beginners
Piano for intermediate
Piano for kids
Piano for advanced
Piano lessons at a glance
My teaching style blends creativity, sight reading, theory integration, and technique focus to prove progressive Jazz Piano, Classical Piano, Player Piano, Digital Piano, Electric Keyboard, and Piano Lessons. I leverage a variety of tech tools like interactive software, audiovisual aids, and online platforms to create engaging and personalized tutoring experiences. With a curriculum that has catered to over 100+ of my past music students, I specialize in teaching Piano to all levels: beginners, intermediate, and advanced to adults and children. My methodology strenghts lie in making complex concepts simple, fostering a deep understanding of music, and tailoring lessons to each students unique learning style, ensuring their success and enjoyment in the learning process. My goal is to encourage daily practice through warm up methods that make the experience personalized and memorable.
Different types of piano lessons
Piano
Player Piano
Digital Piano
Jazz Piano
Classical Piano
Electric Keyboard
Piano concepts taught by Daniel
The Tutor and Student reviewed various piano pieces, focusing on identifying harmonic intervals, practicing chord transitions, and understanding different time signatures. The Student practiced scales, chords, and several songs while receiving feedback on technique and musicality. Homework was assigned to reinforce the concepts covered in the lesson.
C Major Scale Warm-up
Harmonic Intervals (Seconds and Thirds)
G7 Chord Construction (Left and Right Hand)
3/4 Time Signature
Slurs and Legato Playing
The Student practiced harmonic intervals, C major chords, and was introduced to the G7 chord. They worked on coordinating left and right hands, using a metronome, and applying new concepts to musical pieces. The student will continue practice with new songs and Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star will be reviewed in the next session.
C Major Chord
Introduction to G7 Chord
Tied Notes
Dynamics: Forte
Arpeggios: Playing Chords Separately
Harmonic Intervals: Fourths and Fifths
The lesson focused on music theory concepts: melodic and harmonic intervals (fourths and fifths), chord construction (C major), and reading musical notation. The student practiced identifying intervals, playing chords, and began learning "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star". Homework includes practicing the assigned pages and continuing to work on "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star".
Eighth and Sixteenth Notes
Note Values: Half Notes and Quarter Notes
Bass and Treble Clef Connection
Harmonic Fourths and Fifths
Melodic Fourths and Fifths
C Major Chord
The lesson covered harmonic and melodic intervals, focusing on seconds, thirds, fourths, and fifths, alongside dynamics and modes on the piano. The student practiced scales, identified intervals within songs, and began learning "Jingle Bells". The homework includes practicing "Jingle Bells", completing exercises on identifying notes, and selecting five songs for future lessons.
Metronome Practice
Modes (Ionian and Dorian)
Harmonic Intervals (Seconds and Thirds)
Dynamics (Piano and Forte)
Melodic Intervals (Fourths and Fifths)
Reading Music: Recognizing Notes and Intervals
Hand Coordination
The Tutor guided the student through piano warm-ups, technique practice, music theory concepts, and playing songs from the Alfred's All-in-One Piano Book. The Student learned new finger sweeping techniques and practiced applying dynamics while playing. Homework includes completing exercises on pages 25 and reviewing 26 in the Alfred's book and potentially other materials the student has available.
C Major Scale Technique
Note Values and Rests
Introduction to Dynamics: *Piano* and *Mezzo Forte*
Melodic Intervals: Seconds
Thirds
Fourths and Fifths
Reading Music and Identifying Notes
The Student and Tutor reviewed piano techniques, including hand positioning and playing on the grand staff. The Student practiced songs and learned about time signatures and melodic intervals. The assigned homework includes practicing "Rock Along," "Mexican Hat Dance," completing exercises on time signatures, and identifying five songs to learn.
Intervals
Note Values and Rests
Time Signatures
Grand Staff
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Ear Training Software
Piano Tuner Apps
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
DAWs
Metronome Apps
Virtual Piano Apps
Interactive piano lessons
Pets are welcomed
Chat for quick help
Note taking
Open Q&A
Mobile joining
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