Private Piano
Students will need to own a well-tuned piano. Students are expected to practice regularly. Students will learn music theory and piano repertoire.
Scales, exercises, sight-reading and repertoire in diverse styles of music will be taught. Self-discipline is required in order to make progress. Lessons are held weekly. Music books will need to be purchased individually depending on the student’s level of playing. Beginners are welcome!
Levels: Beginner to Advanced
Duration: 17 weeks per semester
Lesson Frequency: Weekly 40-minute lessons
Recital: Public performance at end of each semester
Lesson Format
Private Instruction Only (No group classes)
Lesson Duration: 40 minutes per week
Practice Expectations:
Beginner: 15 minutes/day
Intermediate: 30 minutes/day
Advanced: 45 minutes/day
Practice Log: Encouraged for all levels
Attendance & Make-Up Policy
Attendance is recorded after each lesson
Cancellation Policy:
Notify instructor at least 24 hours in advance via email
Make-Up Lessons:
1 excused make-up per semester (for illness or emergency only)
Unexcused absences will not be rescheduled
Make-ups depend on teacher availability and are not guaranteed
Beginner
Materials: Faber Piano Adventures (Basic or Accelerated); Sight Reading, Technique & Theory books
Intermediate
Materials: Simplified classical repertoire (Kabalevsky, Gurlitt, Sonatinas), technique books
Advanced
Materials: Full classical works (Beethoven, Chopin Preludes, Bartók,Schumann); Czerny, Hanon
Categories: Elective
Target Levels: Grade 10; Grade 11; Grade 12
High School Credits: 1
Sergei Skobin
Tuition and Class Schedule by Academic Term:
Tuition and Fees
Tuition Fee: $750.00 per semester
Paid Security Guard Fee for Safety of Students: $25.00
Course Objectives
Build a strong technical and musical foundation
Develop sight-reading, ear training, and theory knowledge
Explore personal creativity through composition and improvisation
Prepare and perform two contrasting pieces for a public recital
Lesson Format
Private Instruction Only (No group classes)
Lesson Duration: 40 minutes per week
Practice Expectations:
Beginner: 15 minutes/day
Intermediate: 30 minutes/day
Advanced: 45 minutes/day
Practice Log: Encouraged for all levels
Curriculum by Level
Beginner
Skills: Keyboard geography, rhythm basics, note reading, correct posture
Creative Work: Simple composition and improvisation
Recital Repertoire: 2 short, contrasting pieces
Intermediate
Skills: Pedaling basics, phrasing, major/minor scales, broken chords
Recital Repertoire: Minimum 2 pieces, focusing on stylistic variety and expression
Advanced
Skills: Scales/arpeggios in all keys, advanced pedaling, tone control
Musicianship: Score interpretation, historical and theoretical context
Recital Repertoire: 2 polished, contrasting works (memorized or near-memorized)
Theory, Ear Training & Composition
Integrated weekly (approx. 5–10 minutes per lesson)
Topics include: Intervals, chords, key signatures, rhythmic dictation
Encouragement of beginner composition and guided creative work
Recital Information
Requirement: Perform 2 memorized (or nearly memorized) pieces
Recital Date: Announced during the third week of December
Preparation: Includes mock performances and guidance on stage presence and confidence