Foundation Programme Syllabus - I
Overview
The 16-Week Piano Foundation course is designed for complete beginners and provides a structured introduction to piano playing. Through 48 individual online lessons delivered over 16 weeks and 3 times a week, students establish the technical, musical, and theoretical foundations required for continued piano study. No previous musical experience is required.
Entry Requirements
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No prior piano experience is necessary.
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Students should have 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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Correct posture, seating position, and hand technique.
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Keyboard orientation and familiarity with the instrument.
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Independent movement and coordination of both hands.
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Basic note reading in the treble and bass clefs.
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Understanding of rhythm, pulse, note values, rests, and time signatures.
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Recognition of musical symbols, dynamics, articulation, and expression markings.
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Basic scales, finger exercises, and technical studies.
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Fundamental chord patterns and accompaniment techniques.
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Listening skills and musical awareness.
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Performance confidence through progressively structured repertoire.
Students will also receive guided instruction in elementary music theory as it naturally supports practical piano playing.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
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Demonstrate correct posture and healthy piano technique.
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Read and perform elementary piano music using both hands.
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Maintain a steady pulse and perform basic rhythmic patterns accurately.
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Recognise and interpret common musical symbols and performance markings.
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Perform scales, technical exercises, and simple chord progressions with confidence.
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Perform a selection of complete beginner piano pieces with musical accuracy and expression.
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Demonstrate the technical and musical foundation required to progress to the 16-Week Piano Fluency course.
Teaching Resources
Students receive complimentary access to Saule Tokenova's signature teaching tutorials, professionally prepared music score materials, and carefully selected repertoire specifically designed to support the objectives of this course.
Delivery
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Duration: 16 weeks
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Lessons: 48 individual online lessons
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Lesson length: 40 minutes
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Delivery platform: Microsoft Teams
Price
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€2,400