Dylan Sluiter
Discover Engaging & Fun Piano Lessons with Conservatoire Jazz Graduate from Leeds UK
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Dylan Sluiter
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
Dylan - Your piano teacher
I’m Dylan Sluiter, an enthusiastic piano tutor with over a year of experience offering engaging piano lessons. I specialize in chord theory, improvisation, ear training and advanced theory, creating a tailored learning journey for each individual. Whether you’re a kid wanting to learn for the first time, or an adult looking to enhance your skills, I cater to all levels from beginners to intermediates. My aim is to always create a psycologically safe environment where students make micro progressions “wins” that they can observe in the real time. My lessons cover a wide range of subjects including classical, jazz, improv, technical exercises, ensuring a comprehensive musical education. Join me for personalised learning that enhances your piano technique and musical understanding. Let’s hit the right notes together!
Dylan graduated from Leeds Conservatoire
Your piano teacher skills
Rhythm and Timing
Chord Theory
Improvisation
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Performance Skills
Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for beginners
Piano for intermediate
Piano for adults
Piano for kids
Piano lessons at a glance
My teaching approach is entirely based around the student. If they would like to just start playing, learn basics, learn songs or go for grades and exams I will help them through that process. I use a variety of different tools to convey concepts to the student, I use PDF’s of exercises and concepts I have created, for example technical exercises or music theory. I use metronome apps to set tempos whilst we practice. I use more traditional styles also, this variance of methods caters to many different learning styles. I am extremely patient and positive with my students, it is especially the case with children, witn whom I have lots of experience teaching in person and online. My lessons cater to a wide audience of 10+ students including kids, adults, beginners and intermediate learners, helping them develop a strong foundation and grow their skills with confidence.
Different types of piano lessons
Grand Piano
Upright Piano
Classical Piano
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15 days Refund
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Piano concepts taught by Dylan
The class covered fundamental music theory concepts, particularly the structure and function of musical keys and scales. The student practiced piano finger exercises to improve right-hand dexterity and coordination. The session concluded with a discussion of potential lesson plans focusing on chords, progressions, and rhythm.
Understanding Musical Keys
Intervals: Whole and Half Steps
Chord Construction and Fingerings
The tutor and student reviewed major and chromatic scales, focusing on hand coordination and fingering. They then applied these techniques to practicing ii-V-I jazz progressions with scale running exercises and left-hand chord voicings, aiming to build improvisational skills and coordination.
Major Scale Fingerings and Crossings
Chromatic Scale Technique
The 2-5-1 Chord Progression in Jazz
Chord Inversions and Voicings
Developing Coordination and 'Splitting the Brain'
The tutor and student worked on piano technique, focusing on scales, triads, and chord progressions in various keys. They practiced specific fingerings, harmonic concepts like minor harmony and suspended chords, and began exploring eight-chord progressions. The student was encouraged to continue practicing scales, chords, and chromatic warm-ups, with an introduction to seventh chords planned for the next session.
Chord Progressions: Expanding Beyond Four Chords
Suspended (Sus) Chords
Seventh Chords
C Harmonic Minor Scale and Chords
The tutor and student worked on foundational piano skills, including playing C major chords and understanding 4/4 time. They explored music theory concepts like keys, scales, and chord progressions, and practiced creating seventh chords. The student was encouraged to use digital audio workstations for composition practice.
Keys and Scales: The Musical Framework
Composing with Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs)
Chord Progressions: Navigating Tension and Release
Triads and Seventh Chords
The Tutor guided the Student through piano exercises focusing on C major and F major chords, interval theory, and developing finger dexterity with chromatic scales. They also introduced the foundational concepts of minor harmony and chord construction. The Tutor will send PDF materials covering the session's theory and exercises for the Student to review.
Intervals and Their Qualities
Building Chords: Triads and Beyond
Scales and Key Signatures
Chromatic Scales for Dexterity
Introduction to Minor Harmony
The Tutor and Student reviewed guitar chords (E minor, G major, A minor) and practiced rhythm exercises using mnemonic devices. They also introduced 'Leapfrog', an exercise for thumb dexterity. The tutor will send PDFs with written exercises to supplement the lesson.
String and Fret Identification
Leapfrog Exercise: String Crossing
Simple Melody: Open String and Fretted Notes
Rhythm Training: Apple/Watermelon Exercise
Right Hand Technique: Finger Placement and Strumming
Guitar Chords: E minor
G major
A minor
Approach & tools used in piano classes
DAWs
Backing Track Libraries
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Metronome Apps
Interactive piano lessons
Open Q&A
Parent feedback
Pets are welcomed
Record lessons
Chat for quick help
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Every tutor is interviewed and selected for subject expertise and teaching skill.