T Sau
Train with a tutor who brings theory, creativity, and hands-on skill-building into every session.
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Piano lessons - T Sau
Bachelors degree
/ 30 min
T - Your piano teacher
I'm T Sau, your dedicated piano tutor for over 15 years, bringing a personalized approach to piano lessons for kids, beginners, and adults of all levels. Armed with a Bachelor's in Music, my expertise lies in chord theory, ear training, improvisation, and more. My teaching style fosters a nurturing space for students to explore their musical talents. I tailor lessons to each individual, ensuring they not only grasp technical skills but also cultivate a love for music. Through interactive activities and personalized plans, I keep students engaged and excited about their musical journey. Let's embark on a musical adventure together, unlocking your full potential while having fun along the way. Join me, and let's make beautiful music together.
Piano lessons at a glance
My teaching approach blends theory integration, creativity, sight-reading, engagement, and technique focus to deliver dynamic and effective piano and acoustic piano lessons. I leverage various tech tools like Backing Track Libraries, Chord & Scale Reference Apps, Ear Training Software, and more to create interactive lessons. By following a comprehensive curriculum, I cater to a diverse audience of over 200 students, including kids, beginners, adults, and all skill levels. I use PDF Sheet Music Libraries for diverse repertoire, Metronome Apps for timing precision, and Virtual Piano Apps for practical exercises. My methodology strengths lie in personalized tutoring, fostering creativity through activities like solfeggi singing, and tailoring learning plans based on individual musical abilities and interests. Additionally, I am well-versed in the ABRSM examination syllabus, offering structured guidance for students seeking recognition in music assessments. Furthermore, I encourage students to showcase their talents by performing in various settings, empowering them to explore their artistic potential fully.
T graduated from Concordia College, Moorhead, Minnesota, USA
Your piano teacher skills
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Piano Technique
Performance Skills
Scales and Arpeggios
Sight Reading
Rhythm and Timing
Ear training
Improvisation
Piano concept taught by T
Pedaling Technique: Sustaining Pedal
Grip Five & Positions: C
D
E
F
G
Time Signatures: 3/4 vs 4/4
Sharps and Accidentals
The Student reviewed chromatic scales and practiced pieces in G major, focusing on key signatures, chord changes, and dynamics. They worked on shifting positions and differentiating melody from accompaniment, as well as practiced two new Christmas songs. The Tutor assigned practice up to bar 18 in 'A Whole New World', emphasizing coordination between the left and right hands.
Melody vs. Accompaniment
Chromatic Scale (Semi-tone)
Changing Key Positions (C
D
E
F
G)
Key Signatures (G major)
The student practiced piano pieces in the C and G positions, focusing on technique, finger exercises, and musical expression. Chromatic scales, whole and half tones, slurs, and the sustain pedal were introduced and practiced. The student will continue to work on the pieces and techniques discussed in the next session.
Minor Key Sound
Finger Crossing
Chromatic Scales and Semitones
Pedal Technique
G Major Position
Slurs for Smoothness
Holding Notes and Finger Control
The student practiced piano techniques, focusing on staccato, ledger lines, and wrist position. They explored major and minor keys and worked on chords and broken chords in C and G major positions. The session included practicing assigned pieces and discussing techniques for improving left-hand chord work and understanding repeat signs, with a focus on practicing "Moonlight" and "Vacation Wars."
Broken Chords
Staccato Technique
Ledger Lines
Wrist Position
Flat and Sharp Notes
Major and Minor Keys
Understanding Repeat Signs
The lesson focused on basic piano techniques, including finger exercises, identifying notes on the keyboard (A-G, especially C), and rhythm exercises. The Student practiced using different finger combinations on both black and white keys and played simple melodies. The homework is to complete page 15 by identifying the notes on the keyboard (letter keys).
Introduction to Musical Rhythm
Identifying Notes on the Keyboard: ABCDEFG
Piano Hand Positioning
Finger Numbering and Coordination
Keyboard Familiarization: Black and White Keys
Tsau Musica guided Zeynep through several piano exercises from "A Dozen a Day" to improve her technique and music reading, focusing on understanding musical notation, fingering, and hand positions. Zeynep also started learning "A Whole New World," practicing the main melody and applying newly learned skills. She was assigned to practice exercises 11 and 12 from "A Dozen a Day" and to work on the last line of "A Whole New World" before the next lesson.
Octave Movement (Lines)
Accent Mark
Musical Ornaments
Shifting Form (Octaves)
Staccato Technique
Different types of piano lessons
Piano
Grand Piano
Upright Piano
Classical Piano
Acoustic Piano
Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for Intermediate
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Piano for Beginners
Piano for Kids
Interactive piano lessons
Open Q&A
Mobile joining
Parent feedback
Note taking
Record lessons
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Backing Track Libraries
Looping Software
Piano Tuner Apps
Chord & Scale Reference Apps
PDF Sheet Music
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