Trisha Cruzada
Helping students of all ages discover the joy of music through personalized piano lessons that inspire confidence, creativity, and growth!




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Trisha Cruzada
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
Trisha - Your piano teacher
Trisha is a classically trained pianist, contemporary singer-songwriter and music educator with 10+ years of experience with a Level 8 RCM certification and a strong background in songwriting and professional recording. Her passion for music began at a very young age- singing karaoke before she could even read, and has since evolved into a multifaceted musical career. As a recording artist, Trisha has written, released and performed original music, allowing her to explore music not just as a craft, but as a means of authentic self-expression. Her experiences in the studio and on stage deeply influence her teaching, offering students a real-world perspective on both the technical and creative aspects of music-making. Trisha has worked with students of all ages and skill levels in both group and one on one settings. She focuses on helping students build a strong technical foundation while nurturing their individual artistic voices. Trisha believes in creating a supportive, engaging and inspiring learning environment where students feel confident and excited to explore their creativity. In addition to repertoire, she emphasizes musicality, ear training and healthy piano habits. Whether students are learning to read and play music for the first time, preparing for exams, auditions or recitals or pursuing songwriting and performance, Trisha tailors her lessons to fit their goals and learning styles. She is passionate about sharing her love of music and looks forward to playing an integral role in each student’s musical journey.
Trisha graduated from Toronto Metropolitan University


Your piano teacher skills
Sight Reading
Ear training
Performance Skills
Piano Repertoire
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Music theory
Scales and Arpeggios
AI modules
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Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for intermediate
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Piano concepts taught by Trisha
Student and Tutor practiced various piano pieces focusing on finger positions, hand shifts, and applying different dynamics (forte, piano, mezzoforte). They also engaged in music theory exercises, including identifying dynamics by ear, understanding staff notation, and drawing treble and bass clefs. Homework was assigned from both the lesson and theory books to reinforce these concepts.
Understanding Musical Staff & Clefs
Piano Hand Positions & Shifting
Musical Dynamics & Expression
Site Reading & Finger Control
The Student and Tutor engaged in a piano lesson, reviewing fundamental concepts such as the grand staff, middle C position, clefs, and dynamics. They practiced several homework songs, focusing on technique and dynamics, and worked through various theory book exercises including note identification, ear training, and musical alphabet sequencing. The session concluded with the introduction of new songs for sight-reading and assigning four new pieces for homework, with emphasis on the first three.
The Grand Staff & Clefs
Site Reading Techniques
Ear Training: Melodic Direction & Dynamics
Note Durations & Drawing
Musical Alphabet & Note Identification
Dynamics: Forte (F) & Piano (P)
Hand Position & Finger Numbers
The Student and Tutor worked on piano skills, reviewing C position, practicing dynamics (loud, soft, medium loud), and learning about the dotted half note. A major focus was the introduction to reading music on the grand staff, including identifying treble and bass clefs and differentiating line and space notes. The Student practiced several new pieces using these concepts, and four new songs from pages 36-39 were assigned as homework.
Dynamics in Music (Loudness & Softness)
Establishing Hand Positions & Finger Numbers
The Repeat Sign
Playing Notes Simultaneously (Chords)
The Grand Staff & Clefs
The Dotted Half Note
Student and Tutor reviewed identifying black key groups and practiced playing with dynamics (forte and piano). They learned about half notes and whole notes, applying them to familiar songs, and were introduced to locating white keys, specifically C, D, and E, as well as C position. For homework, the Student was assigned 15 minutes of daily practice on the covered songs, and the importance of a music theory workbook was discussed for deeper understanding.
Note Durations: Half Notes & Whole Notes
White Key Landmarks: Finding C
D
E
C Position: Hand Placement
Understanding Music Structure: Measures & Bar Lines
Piano Dynamics: Forte (Loud) & Piano (Soft)
Student and Tutor focused on piano technique, practicing sight-reading exercises and scales in C, G, and E-flat major. They then applied these skills to practicing sections of the song "Demons," addressing rhythm, chord changes, and proper pedal technique. Student was assigned to practice these concepts, with follow-up scheduling to be confirmed.
Reading Piano Positions & Identifying Middle C
Mastering Two-Handed Scales & Finger Synchronization
E-flat Major Key and Song-Specific Chords
Left Hand Chord Articulation & Rhythmic Precision
Essential Sustain Pedal Technique
Student and Tutor worked on piano skills, practicing C major and G major scales, and various sight-reading exercises in C position. The main focus was on learning the song "Demons," specifically the E flat major version, which involved practicing right-hand melody, left-hand chord progressions (E flat major, B flat major, C minor, A flat major), and coordinating both hands. Student was assigned to practice the "Demons" piece up to the covered point, along with scales and sight-reading as warm-ups for the next session.
Piano Scales: C Major & G Major
Sight Reading in C Position
Understanding Key Signatures: E♭ Major
Chord Progressions in E♭ Major
Rhythm & Articulation: Ties and Hand Coordination
Approach & tools used in piano classes
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Metronome Apps

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