Expression Programme Syllabus - III
Overview
The 14-Week Piano Expression course enables students to move beyond technical fluency towards expressive and artistic piano playing. Through 42 individual online lessons delivered over 14 weeks and 3 lessons a week, students refine their interpretative skills, develop stylistic awareness, and learn to communicate the musical character of each work with confidence and individuality.
Entry Requirements
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Successful completion of the 16-Week Piano Fluency course or equivalent knowledge and practical ability.
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Access to an acoustic piano or a digital piano with a full-size (88-key) keyboard.
Programme Content
Throughout the programme, students will develop:
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Greater tonal control and sound production.
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Musical phrasing and expressive shaping of melodic lines.
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Stylistically appropriate interpretation of a variety of musical genres.
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Advanced articulation and dynamic control.
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More sophisticated pedalling techniques.
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Greater independence and balance between melody and accompaniment.
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Musical character, mood, and storytelling through performance.
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Confident memorisation and preparation of selected repertoire.
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Increased awareness of musical form and structure.
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Artistic confidence through the performance of progressively demanding works.
Students will continue to strengthen their theoretical understanding by applying musical analysis directly to performance and interpretation.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
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Perform a varied repertoire with increasing musical maturity and expressive confidence.
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Shape phrases naturally using dynamics, articulation, tone, and pedalling.
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Demonstrate stylistically informed interpretation across different musical periods and genres.
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Balance melody and accompaniment with greater control and musical sensitivity.
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Analyse musical structure to support informed interpretation.
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Prepare and perform complete works with confidence, expression, and artistic awareness.
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Demonstrate the musical and technical development required to progress to the 14-Week Piano Performance course.
Teaching Resources
Students continue to receive complimentary access to Saule Tokenova's signature teaching tutorials, professionally prepared music score materials, and carefully selected repertoire that supports the objectives of this course.
Delivery
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Duration: 14 weeks
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Lessons: 42 individual online lessons
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Lesson length: 40 minutes
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Delivery platform: Microsoft Teams
Price
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€2,100