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Here's a sample piano lesson plan for a three-year duration that

includes repertoire selections. Please note that this plan assumes a beginner level
student and can be adjusted based on individual progress and needs.

Lesson Plan: Piano Lessons (3 Years) with Repertoire

Level: Beginner
Duration: 60 minutes per lesson

Objectives:
Year 1:
- Develop basic piano skills, including finger dexterity, hand placement, and
posture.
- Introduce music notation and rhythm.
- Build a repertoire of simple pieces.
- Develop listening and ear-training skills.

Year 2:
- Expand music theory knowledge and understanding.
- Develop technical skills through scales, chords, and arpeggios.
- Explore different musical styles and genres.
- Develop sight-reading and improvisation skills.

Year 3:
- Enhance musical expression and interpretation.
- Refine technical skills with more advanced exercises.
- Build a diverse repertoire of intermediate-level pieces.
- Prepare for performances and exams (if desired).

Materials Needed:
- Piano or keyboard
- Sheet music or method books
- Metronome
- Theory books and flashcards
- Notebook and pencil
- Supplementary materials for sight-reading and ear training.

Lesson Outline:

Year 1:

Months 1-3:

1. Introduction to the Piano (4-6 lessons):

- Introduction to the piano, hand position, and posture.
- Basic finger exercises and coordination drills.
- Introduction to rhythm, note values, and music notation.

2. Playing Simple Melodies (4-6 lessons):

- Practice playing simple melodies using one hand.
- Introduce dynamics and expression in playing.
- Learn to read notes on the treble clef and play melodies using the right hand.

Repertoire Selections:
- "Mary Had a Little Lamb"
- "Hot Cross Buns"
- "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star"

3. Introduction to Chords and Harmony (4-6 lessons):

- Introduce basic triads and chord progressions.
 - Practice playing chords and accompanying simple melodies.
- Learn to read notes on the bass clef and play bass lines using the left hand.

Repertoire Selections:
- "Jingle Bells"
- "Skip to My Lou"
- "Row, Row, Row Your Boat"

Months 4-6:

4. Music Theory and Notation (4-6 lessons):

- Expand knowledge of music theory concepts, including key signatures and time
signatures.
- Introduce more complex rhythms and dotted notes.
- Practice reading and interpreting sheet music.

5. Building Repertoire (4-6 lessons):

- Learn and practice playing pieces from method books or selected repertoire.
- Focus on pieces that introduce new techniques and musical expressions.
- Encourage students to develop musical interpretation skills.

Repertoire Selections:
- "Ode to Joy" by Ludwig van Beethoven
- "Minuet in G" by Johann Sebastian Bach
- "The Entertainer" by Scott Joplin

6. Ear Training and Listening Skills (4-6 lessons):

- Develop aural skills by recognizing intervals, chords, and melodic patterns.
- Practice playing melodies by ear.
- Introduce basic music dictation exercises.

Repertoire Selections:
- "Can Can" by Jacques Offenbach
- "Aura Lee" (Love Me Tender) by Elvis Presley
- "Greensleeves" (Traditional)

Year 2:

Months 7-9:

7. Technique Development (4-6 lessons):

- Focus on developing finger strength, dexterity, and agility.
- Introduce exercises for scales, arpeggios, and chord progressions.
- Practice playing scales and chords in

different inversions and positions.

8. Music Theory and Harmony (4-6 lessons):

- Expand knowledge of music theory, including modes, modulation, and extended
chords.
- Explore more complex harmonic progressions.
- Analyze and transpose simple pieces to different keys.

9. Exploring Different Styles (4-6 lessons):

- Explore different musical styles such as classical, jazz, pop, or
contemporary.
- Study pieces from different eras and genres.
- Develop appropriate stylistic techniques for each style.
Repertoire Selections:
- Classical: "Für Elise" by Ludwig van Beethoven
- Jazz: "Take Five" by Dave Brubeck
- Pop: "Clocks" by Coldplay

Months 10-12:

10. Sight-Reading and Improvisation (4-6 lessons):

- Practice sight-reading exercises with varying difficulty levels.
- Improve improvisation skills by experimenting with melodies and chords.
- Incorporate basic music composition exercises.

11. Intermediate Repertoire (4-6 lessons):

- Learn and polish intermediate-level pieces from various composers and styles.
- Focus on musical expression, dynamics, and interpretation.
- Work on technical challenges specific to each piece.

Repertoire Selections:
- Classical: "Clair de Lune" by Claude Debussy
- Jazz: "Blue Monk" by Thelonious Monk
- Pop: "Hallelujah" by Leonard Cohen

12. Performance Preparation (4-6 lessons):

- Prepare for a recital or performance opportunity.
- Focus on polishing selected repertoire pieces.
- Work on stage presence, confidence-building, and overcoming performance
anxiety.

Repertoire Selections:
- Classical: "Prelude in C Major" by Johann Sebastian Bach
- Jazz: "Fly Me to the Moon" by Bart Howard
- Pop: "Imagine" by John Lennon

Year 3:

Months 13-15:

13. Advanced Techniques and Musicianship (4-6 lessons):

- Introduce advanced technical exercises, including scales in double thirds,
octaves, and chord progressions.
- Explore advanced pedal techniques and hand coordination exercises.
- Study more challenging pieces and emphasize musical interpretation.

14. Advanced Music Theory and Analysis (4-6 lessons):

- Dive deeper into music theory concepts, including counterpoint and advanced
harmonic analysis.
- Analyze and interpret complex compositions.
- Practice transposition and modulation techniques.

15. Intermediate Repertoire (4-6 lessons):

- Continue learning and refining intermediate-level pieces.
- Focus on musical expression, phrasing, and artistry.
- Work on polishing challenging sections and transitions.

Repertoire Selections:
- Classical: "Moonlight Sonata" by Ludwig van Beethoven
- Jazz: "All the Things You Are" by Jerome Kern
- Pop: "Bohemian Rhapsody" by Queen
Months 16-18:

16. Performance Preparation (4-6 lessons):

- Prepare for advanced performances, competitions, or exams (if desired).
- Focus on memorization techniques and stage presentation.
- Fine-tune selected repertoire pieces for a polished performance.

17. Technique Refinement (4-6 lessons):

- Focus on refining advanced technical skills.
- Incorporate advanced exercises for finger independence, speed, and accuracy.
- Practice challenging scales, arpeggios, and chords.

18. Diverse Repertoire (4-6 lessons):

- Explore a diverse range of musical styles and genres.
- Learn pieces from different periods and composers.
- Emphasize the development of a personal musical voice and interpretation.

Repertoire Selections:
- Classical: "Fantaisie-Impromptu" by Fr

édéric Chopin
- Jazz: "Take the 'A' Train" by Billy Strayhorn
- Pop: "Someone Like You" by Adele

Please note that this is a general guideline, and the lesson plan can be adjusted
based on the individual student's progress, interests, and goals. It's important to
be flexible and adapt the plan as needed to ensure a well-rounded and enjoyable
learning experience.