- Note Memory Games. A fun piano game I used to play with my students in the Community Music School was based around note memory. …
- Rhythm Ball. …
- Guess The Composer. …
- Note Scavenger Hunt. …
- Online Piano Games. …
- Group Piano Class. …
- Learn Duet Pieces. …
- Dress Up Day.
How do you make online piano lessons fun?
- #1 LISTENING. Using a teaching song or a piece of music the student has to listen out for various aspects and respond according to your instructions. …
- #2 MOVING. …
- #3 FEELING. …
- #4 IMPROVISING. …
- #5 PLANNING. …
- #6 PLAYING. …
- #7 GOAL SETTING.
How can I make music lessons more fun?
- Let your positive attitude shine through. …
- Incorporate practical engagement. …
- Keep boredom at bay by using a variety of tasks. …
- Teach music your students like and can relate to. …
- Technology is the twenty-first-century teacher’s best friend.
What makes a good piano lesson?
- Patient. An outstanding teacher demonstrates incredible patience. …
- Skilled. Excellent teachers possess advanced technical ability. …
- Fun. An inspiring teacher makes learning fun! …
- Serious. …
- Joyful.
How can I make piano lessons more fun?
- Don’t Spend A Lot of Time on One Task. …
- Throw In Some Games. …
- Let Children Explore the Inside of the Piano. …
- Put Stuff in the Piano to Change the Sound. …
- Find Out Which Songs the Child Loves. …
- Invite Children to Bring their Special Toy to the Lesson.
What age should a child start piano lessons?
The best age to start piano lessons is typically
between the ages of 6 and 9-years-old
. While older students may have an easier time learning to play, students as young as 6-years-old can also learn since the keys of the piano are easy to operate.
What should a beginner piano teacher learn?
- Trace their hands (in their manuscript book). …
- Teach them about the finger-number system — write “1” on their thumbs, and see if they can write in the other numbers on the other fingers.
- Discuss the music alphabet — how it goes from A to G, starts on the lowest note on the piano, etc.
What do you do in piano lessons?
- Improvisation. Music doesn’t have to be prepared in advance, and it doesn’t have to be read off a page. …
- Games Galore. If you know me at all, this one won’t be a surprise. …
- Jazzing Up an Old Piece. …
- Practice Strategies. …
- Sight Reading. …
- Learn a Piece by Ear. …
- Dance. …
- Compose.
How do you teach music?
- Decide on which elements of music you want to teach. …
- Take advantage of what your students already know. …
- Try to keep an even playing field. …
- Use cultural diversity to your advantage. …
- Try something new.
How do I start music lessons?
- Communicate. …
- Stay enthusiastic. …
- Prepare for your first Lessons. …
- Planning is everything. …
- Get the right mindset. …
- Make time to organize. …
- Remember patience. …
- Stick to your rules.
How can I teach my child a song?
- 1 Play with sound. Before you sing with children, play “sounding games.” Sing a note, or make a sound and invite children to match it. …
- 2 Play with rhythm and rhyme. …
- 3 Start with the whole song. …
- 4 Use your hands. …
- 5 Sing throughout the day. …
- 6 Use familiar tunes. …
- 7 Have Fun!
How important is a piano teacher?
Your piano teacher
will help you stay on track with consistent practice
. Knowing that someone else is observing your progress each week will motivate you to practice, even if you don’t feel like it or if you think you’re too busy. In addition, a piano teacher can hold you accountable for the accuracy your practice.
How do I know if my piano teacher is good?
- They Make Learning The Piano Fun. …
- They Identify and Address Problem Areas. …
- They Adapt to Each Piano Student’s Learning Style. …
- They Choose Music that Matches Your Child’s Ability. …
- They Love Playing Piano and Teaching.
How much is a good piano teacher?
Having a session with a private teacher that comes to your home can cost anywhere
between $30-$60 per hour
. You will probably have to pay extra for piano lesson books, music sheet notes, and any other accessories needed.
