Monika Dong
Piano Pro with Carleton University background offering Interactive and Inspiring Lessons.
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Monika Dong
Masters degree
/ 55 min
Monika - Your piano teacher
I'm Monika Dong, a Bachelors-educated piano tutor with over 3 years of experience offering engaging piano lessons. My specialities include Chord Theory, Ear training, and Performance Skills. I cover a wide range of subjects from Classical Piano to Jazz Piano, catering to all levels from Kids to Advanced players. With personalized learning techniques focusing on Finger Placement and Music Theory, I ensure rapid progress in areas like Improvisation and Sight Reading. My specialities include Chord Theory, Ear training, and Performance Skills. I cover a wide range of subjects from Classical Piano to Jazz Piano, catering to all levels from Kids to Advanced players. With personalized learning techniques focusing on Finger Placement and Music Theory, I ensure rapid progress in areas like Improvisation and Sight Reading. Let's hit the right notes together!
Meet Monika
Monika graduated from Ontario Tech University
Your piano teacher skills
Sight Reading
Rhythm and Timing
Scales and Arpeggios
Performance Skills
Ear training
Pedaling Techniques
Piano Technique
Finger Placement & Hand Position
CoTutorAI modules
Summary
Podcast
Quiz
Learnings
Flashcard
Spotlight
Zero Risk Guaranteed
15-days refund
Free tutor swap
No cancel fee
1-yr validity
24/7 support
Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for Beginners
Piano for Adults
Piano for Intermediate
Piano for Advanced
Piano for Kids
Piano lessons at a glance
In my personalized tutoring approach, I provide engaging, goal-oriented lessons in Digital Piano, Acoustic Piano, and a variety of modern and classical styles. My teaching focuses on both technique and musicality, helping students not only play notes but truly understand and feel the music behind them. I specialize in performance coaching, ear training, sight-reading, and creative interpretation, adapting my methods to suit learners of all ages and skill levels — from curious beginners to advanced adult pianists. To make online learning immersive and effective, I integrate a range of digital tools, including interactive platforms, high-quality audio software, and real-time video conferencing. Each lesson is customized to fit the student’s pace, interests, and goals, combining structure with creativity. My greatest strength lies in making every session dynamic, inspiring, and personally meaningful, empowering students to develop confidence, precision, and expressive artistry at the piano.
Different types of piano lessons
Piano
Grand Piano
Player Piano
Digital Piano
Upright Piano
Jazz Piano
Piano concepts taught by Monika
Student and Tutor began by reviewing "Für Elise" to ensure note accuracy. They then introduced a new piano piece, "River Flows in You," focusing on identifying notes, applying F sharp, and coordinating both hands. The Student practiced right-hand and left-hand parts individually before attempting to combine them, and was assigned to practice the first page with a provided video guide.
Key Signature and Accidental Application
Tied Notes and Note Duration
Right-Hand Treble Clef Patterns
Left-Hand Bass Clef Patterns
Hands-Together Coordination Strategies
Characteristics of "River Flows in You"
The Tutor and Student reviewed the construction and intervals of major and minor triads, augmented, and diminished chords. They then moved on to seventh chords, exploring major seventh, dominant seventh, and minor seventh variations. The session also covered scale construction using the whole-half step pattern and its application in transposing chords, concluding with basic piano accompaniment techniques.
Triad Chord Structure and Types
Seventh Chords: Adding Complexity
Musical Scales and Transposition
Piano Accompaniment Techniques
The student and tutor reviewed vocal warm-up exercises, then focused on applying the "mixed voice" technique to analyze and sing specific verses of a song. They practiced smooth transitions between scales and discussed the emotional delivery of lyrics, with plans to continue practicing the song's challenging sections in future sessions.
Mixed Voice
Vocal Warm-up App Exercises
Vocal Agility and Range Expansion
Vocal Dynamics and Phrasing
The tutor introduced foundational singing techniques, including diaphragmatic breathing and specific vocal warm-up exercises. The student practiced these techniques, with the tutor providing guidance on breath control, vocal resonance, and finding the mixed voice. Future sessions will incorporate personalized song choices to enhance engagement.
Diaphragmatic Breathing (Belly Breath)
Vocal Warm-up: Humming (Mmm)
Lip Trills
Mixed Voice
The Tutor and Student worked on singing techniques for an American pop song, focusing on breath support, rhythmic accuracy (groove and four-four time), and smooth vocal delivery using mixed voice. They practiced the song "For the Longest Time" and reviewed vocal warm-ups, with plans to explore voice range in a future session.
Mixed Voice for Smooth Vocal Transitions
Vocal Groove and Rhythm in Music
Diaphragmatic Breathing for Vocal Support
Vocal Clarity and Articulation
Breath Support and Avoiding Throat Strain
The Tutor introduced foundational vocal techniques, including diaphragmatic breathing and basic vocal warm-ups. The Student practiced these exercises, and they discussed how these techniques can improve vocal power and control, particularly for R&B music. Future sessions were suggested to focus on songs the Student is interested in.
Vocal Health and Practice
Mixed Voice
Vocal Warm-ups
Belly Breathing (Diaphragmatic Breathing)
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Backing Track Libraries
Piano Tuner Apps
Virtual Piano Apps
Looping Software
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Ear Training Software
Interactive piano lessons
Parent feedback
Pets are welcomed
Mobile joining
Record lessons
Chat for quick help
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