The Piano for Life course is designed by Joseph Hong where you learn to play songs on the piano by ear, accompany yourself or others while singing and create your own music. This course contains all the bits that he wished he was taught when he was learning piano many years ago.
The first running of the course starts in the autumn/winter 2024 term. It is anticipated that there are nine levels to the course. Each level should take a year to complete. Each class has 2 to 4 students and lasts 30 to 45 mins depending on the number of students in a class.
You learn real skills to be able to play the piano for enjoyment e.g. play at train stations, for church, weddings.
You play recognisable songs.
Each level is complete in itself. Even if a student left after one year, he will be able to play a simple tune by ear, sing and play on the piano and create his own music. Each level builds on the previous levels and refines the skills being learnt.