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
Music theory
Sight Reading
Rhythm and Timing
Piano Repertoire
Piano Technique
Performance Skills
Finger Placement & Hand Position
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Piano concepts taught by Trisha
The Student and Tutor practiced two piano pieces, "Copycat" and "Grandmother," focusing on dynamics, counting, and sight-reading without looking at the keys. The session also included theory exercises on note recognition, identifying skips, and composing a short piece. For homework, the Student was assigned the new song "Grandmother" (page 62-63), with an option to revert to "Copycat" if it proves too challenging.
Enhanced Sight-Reading: No-Look Playing
Dynamic Expression in Piano Performance
Note Reading: Identifying Skips in Clefs
Hands Together Coordination: Sustaining Notes
Introduction to Allegro Tempo & Composition
Understanding Musical Repeat Signs
Student and Tutor reviewed several piano pieces from the lesson book, practicing note recognition, hand positions, dynamics, and timing, including new work on octaves. They also covered music theory, focusing on drawing bass clefs and placing notes on the staff. Homework includes practicing the "Copycats" song (pages 60-61) from the lesson book and completing theory exercises on bass clef.
Navigating Steps and Skips in Music
Rhythmic Precision and Note Duration
Bass Clef Note Reading and Drawing
Mastering Musical Dynamics
Essential Piano Hand Positions
Understanding Octaves on the Piano
Student and Tutor engaged in a piano lesson, reviewing several musical pieces, practicing dynamics, pedal technique, and sight-reading. They also covered music theory by identifying notes in different clefs. The session concluded with the assignment of two new pieces (pages 55 and 57) for homework.
Mastering Piano Dynamics and Counting
Introduction to Pedal Technique
Music Theory: Note Naming and Drawing
New Piece: Page 57 - Stepping and Hand Coordination
Penta Scale Finger Exercises for Dexterity
The Student and Tutor practiced multiple piano pieces from a lesson book, focusing on various finger positions, dynamics, and a new hands-together reading technique. They also worked on music theory exercises related to time signatures, completing measures, and identifying bass clef B notes. For homework, the Student was assigned to practice pages 53 (priority) and 54 from the lesson book.
Dynamic Markings for Expressive Playing
Introduction to Bass Clef 'B' Note
Identifying and Playing Skipped Intervals
Mastering the 4/4 Time Signature
Playing Hands Together with Sustained Notes
The Student and Tutor reviewed and practiced new piano pieces from pages 44-51, focusing on new hand positions, fingerings, dynamics, and note identification. They also worked through theory exercises on pages 25-27, drawing and naming notes on the staff. Four new songs were assigned for homework, and the Tutor answered a conceptual question about identifying black keys from sheet music.
Mastering Piano Hand Positions
Understanding Music Dynamics
Reading & Naming Notes on the Staff
Note Durations and Counting Beats
Introduction to Sharps and Flats
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
Site Reading & Finger Control
Piano Hand Positions & Shifting
Musical Dynamics & Expression
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Metronome Apps
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
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