Piano for Beginners
Covers foundational piano skills and simple melodies.
Description : Students explore basic piano techniques, learn to read simple music, and perform short pieces in a supportive, engaging environment.
Category : Music
Age : 8+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
**Module 1: Getting Started with Piano** *Section 1: Introduction to the Piano* - **Lesson 1: Welcome to Piano for Beginners** - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1 Welcome to Piano for Beginners - **Lesson 2: Exploring the Sound of the Piano** - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2 Exploring the Sound of the Piano *Section 2: Parts of the Piano* - **Lesson 1: Discovering the Keys** - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1 Discovering the Keys - **Lesson 2: Understanding the Pedals** - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2 Understanding the Pedals *Section 3: Basic Piano Posture and Hand Position* - **Lesson 1: Correct Sitting and Body Alignment** - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1 Correct Sitting and Body Alignment - **Lesson 2: Proper Hand and Finger Placement** - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2 Proper Hand and Finger Placement *Section 4: Introduction to Finger Numbers* - **Lesson 1: Learning Finger Numbers 1 through 5** - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1 Learning Finger Numbers 1 through 5 - **Lesson 2: Practicing Finger Movements** - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2 Practicing Finger Movements *Section 5: Basic Rhythms and Beats* - **Lesson 1: Clapping Simple Rhythms** - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1 Clapping Simple Rhythms - **Lesson 2: Playing Simple Beats on the Piano** - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2 Playing Simple Beats on the Piano **Module 2: Reading and Understanding Music Notation** *Section 1: Introduction to Music Notation* - **Lesson 1: What is Music Notation?** - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1 What is Music Notation? - **Lesson 2: The Importance of Notation for Beginners** - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2 The Importance of Notation for Beginners *Section 2: The Musical Alphabet* - **Lesson 1: Learning the Letters A through G** - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1 Learning the Letters A through G - **Lesson 2: Relating the Alphabet to the Piano Keys** - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2 Relating the Alphabet to the Piano Keys *Section 3: The Staff, Clefs, and Basic Notes* - **Lesson 1: Understanding the Musical Staff and Treble Clef** - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1 Understanding the Musical Staff and Treble Clef - **Lesson 2: Recognizing Simple Notes on the Staff** - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2 Recognizing Simple Notes on the Staff *Section 4: Note Durations and Rests* - **Lesson 1: Learning Whole, Half, and Quarter Notes** - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1 Learning Whole, Half, and Quarter Notes - **Lesson 2: Understanding Rests and Pauses** - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2 Understanding Rests and Pauses *Section 5: Basic Dynamics and Expressions* - **Lesson 1: Introduction to Volume: Soft and Loud** - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1 Introduction to Volume: Soft and Loud - **Lesson 2: Expressing Emotion Through Dynamics** - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2 Expressing Emotion Through Dynamics **Module 3: Basic Piano Techniques and Practice** *Section 1: Exploring Hand Techniques* - **Lesson 1: Introduction to Finger Independence** - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1 Introduction to Finger Independence - **Lesson 2: Basic Exercises for Dexterity** - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2 Basic Exercises for Dexterity *Section 2: Practicing Simple Scales* - **Lesson 1: Learning the C Major Scale** - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1 Learning the C Major Scale - **Lesson 2: Practicing Scale Runs with Both Hands** - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2 Practicing Scale Runs with Both Hands *Section 3: Introduction to Simple Chords* - **Lesson 1: What is a Chord?** - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1 What is a Chord? - **Lesson 2: Playing Basic Major Chords on the Piano** - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2 Playing Basic Major Chords on the Piano *Section 4: Developing a Sense of Rhythm* - **Lesson 1: Playing a Steady Beat with One Hand** - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1 Playing a Steady Beat with One Hand - **Lesson 2: Coordinating Both Hands to Keep Time** - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2 Coordinating Both Hands to Keep Time *Section 5: Creating a Daily Practice Routine* - **Lesson 1: Setting Up a Fun Practice Schedule** - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1 Setting Up a Fun Practice Schedule - **Lesson 2: Tips for Staying Motivated** - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2 Tips for Staying Motivated **Module 4: Playing Simple Pieces** *Section 1: Finding Easy Piano Pieces* - **Lesson 1: Looking for Beginner-Friendly Songs** - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1 Looking for Beginner-Friendly Songs - **Lesson 2: Choosing Pieces that Match Your Skill Level** - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2 Choosing Pieces that Match Your Skill Level *Section 2: Sight-Reading for Beginners* - **Lesson 1: Basic Techniques for Sight-Reading** - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1 Basic Techniques for Sight-Reading - **Lesson 2: Practice Exercises for Matching Notes to Keys** - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2 Practice Exercises for Matching Notes to Keys *Section 3: Playing with a Steady Beat* - **Lesson 1: Maintaining a Consistent Tempo** - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1 Maintaining a Consistent Tempo - **Lesson 2: Using a Metronome for Practice** - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2 Using a Metronome for Practice *Section 4: Memorization and Repetition* - **Lesson 1: Tips to Memorize Simple Pieces** - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1 Tips to Memorize Simple Pieces - **Lesson 2: Repetition Techniques to Build Confidence** - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2 Repetition Techniques to Build Confidence *Section 5: Performance Preparation* - **Lesson 1: Overcoming Stage Fright** - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1 Overcoming Stage Fright - **Lesson 2: Mini Concerts at Home** - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2 Mini Concerts at Home **Module 5: Review and Performance** *Section 1: Recap of Fundamental Skills* - **Lesson 1: Reviewing Piano Posture and Hand Position** - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1 Reviewing Piano Posture and Hand Position - **Lesson 2: Revisiting Finger Numbers and Basic Scales** - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2 Revisiting Finger Numbers and Basic Scales *Section 2: Fun Practice Games and Exercises* - **Lesson 1: Interactive Games to Improve Coordination** - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1 Interactive Games to Improve Coordination - **Lesson 2: Rhythm and Note Matching Games** - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2 Rhythm and Note Matching Games *Section 3: Preparing for a Mini Recital* - **Lesson 1: Choosing Your Favorite Simple Piece** - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1 Choosing Your Favorite Simple Piece - **Lesson 2: Rehearsing in Front of Family and Friends** - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2 Rehearsing in Front of Family and Friends *Section 4: Giving and Receiving Feedback* - **Lesson 1: How to Listen Critically to Your Performance** - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1 How to Listen Critically to Your Performance - **Lesson 2: Incorporating Feedback for Improvement** - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2 Incorporating Feedback for Improvement *Section 5: Celebrating Progress and Next Steps* - **Lesson 1: Celebrating Your Achievements** - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1 Celebrating Your Achievements - **Lesson 2: Exploring New Pieces and Continued Learning** - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2 Exploring New Pieces and Continued Learning