Foundations of Classical Piano: 8-Week Group Journey

Course Summary

This beginner classical piano course introduces students to the fundamentals of piano playing using the engaging Piano Adventures and Supersonics Piano methods. Students will develop strong technique, rhythm, and musical expression through fun, progressive repertoire and creative exercises tailored to build a solid foundation.

Course Description

This 8-week course introduces students to the beauty and structure of classical piano through carefully selected pieces from Piano Adventure Literature Book 1: "Evening Stroll:, "Butterfly Dance", "5-Note Sonatina". "The Hero's March", "Ancient Dance", "Canario", and the Waltz in C". Students will develop proper technique, reading fluency, rhythm skills, and expressive musicianship. Each 45-minute weekly class combines theory, repertoire, technique, and listening. By the end of the program, students will perform a short recital featuring their favorite piece. Learning Outcomes: By the end of this course, students will be able to: Read and perform simple piano pieces in both treble and bass clefs. Demonstrate basic rhythmic understanding and steady tempo. Play with good posture, hand position, and finger independence. Use dynamics and phrasing to express musical ideas. Confidently perform 1 prepared piece in a recital setting.

Syllabus

🎹 Classical Piano 8-Week Course (Beginner Level 1) Lesson Length: 45 minutes Materials: Piano Adventures (Literature Book 1) 🔑 Course Goals Build solid posture and hand technique Learn five-finger scales (C, G, D, A, E, B, F, Bb) Develop note-reading, rhythm, and expression Perform short classical and creative pieces Strengthen aural skills and ear training 📅 Weekly Overview Week 1: Sound & Video Check & Introductions Hanon Exercises: Gesture 1 Piano Adventure Literature Book 1 - "Evening Stroll" pg 6 Week 2: Sound & Video Check Hanon Exercises: Gesture 2 Piano Adventure Literature Book 1 -" Butterfly Dance" pg 7 Week 3: D Sound & Video Check Hanon Exercises: Gesture 3 Piano Adventure Literature Book 1 - "5-Note Sonatina" pg 14-15 Week 4: Sound & Video Check Hanon Exercises: LH Prep 1 Piano Adventure Literature Book 1 - "The Hero's March" pg 16-17 Week 5:Sound & Video Check Hanon Exercises: LH Prep 2 Piano Adventure Literature Book 1 - "Ancient Dance" pg 18-19 Week 6: Sound & Video Check Hanon Exercises: Three Dimensions, No Tension Piano Adventure Literature Book 1 - "Canario" pg 22-23 Week 7: Sound & Video Check Hanon Exercises: Three Dimensions, No Tension Piano Adventure Literature Book 1 - "Waltz in C" pg 24-25 Week 8: 🎉 Recital Week Performance of selected piece 🧠 Practice & Participation Practice Goal: 15–20 mins/day Assignments reviewed each week Final recital in Week 8

Supplies

Music Book required: Adult Piano Adventures: Literature for the Piano - Book 1 https://www.amazon.com/Adult-Piano-Adventures-Literature-Book/dp/1616772115/ref=sr_1_1?crid=95RWC4QJW4B2&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.UKu9Gx5_Yo1i0Ac2Z_wsJpzfwYMIPUhpSZGC6M04l9EdbCOlemJdUSaO5KMRIkErMeGGv2Ziax-gH0L3rWoyMRT5qgjjIDAVTKvwYiT13yEsNgVVflevkp28Nd4IGpi2JtBuyCvk_2AQpWg_somAIOE8gXiUM5pUq1PwBJ37fU4bCbNeYjjAdmgYpUy_DHuISnlTNhQ1U1o1F22NpXxK-l0MXwFmM88i8Es7J5YKv34.tKnD1R_RQ-we0aiitwrkddxxnTjSK68kLw2S57y2268&dib_tag=se&keywords=adult+piano+adventures+literature+for+the+piano+book+1&nsdOptOutParam=true&qid=1767288005&sprefix=adult+piano+adventures+literature+for+the+piano+book+1%2Caps%2C171&sr=8-1