Piano Lessons - David charges $40 for a 45 minute lesson.
Lessons are given on the piano at Lake Union Recording
so the facilities of the recording studio are there to enhance the
lesson. Please read through the syllabus below and call or email to
schedule a free consultation about starting regular piano lessons.
Syllabus
Section I - Technique
- Posture
- Hand postion
- Finger strength and independence
- Sightreading
- Ear training
- Practicing concepts
- Avoiding injury
Section II - Music Theory
- Scales
- Chords
- Chord voicings
- Voice leading
- Typical progressions
- Substitutions
Section III - Repertoire
- Developing a piece vs. working on "your playing"
- Developing repertoire
- Memorization
- Being a good accompanist
- Ensemble playing
Section IV - Musicianship
- Why play music? Which music?
- Preparing to perform
- Showing off, entertaining, and art
- Wanting to be a player vs. wanting to play
Section V - Career Development
- Auditions
- Starting bands
- Joining bands
- Playing recording sessions
- Promotional tips
Contact Information:
email: david@davidloy.com
phone: (206) 484-0712
at Lake Union Recording: (206) 405-3224