Sarah McBrady
SINGER-SONGWRITER I VOICE COACH I PIANO TEACHER I ACTOR
Piano Made Easy
Level 1 I Getting Started On The Piano
In Level 1, we’ll cover all the essentials to help you build a strong foundation. You’ll learn how to set up your practice space, play your first scales, develop your ear, get a feel for rhythm, play chords, and read a chord chart. By the end of this level, you'll be playing actual songs—how exciting is that?
Level 2 I Building Dexterity and Confidence at the Keyboard
With your solid foundation in place, it's time to boost your coordination, confidence, and musicality! In Level 2, you’ll dive into playing 3-note chords, explore improvisation, and master the C scale with both hands together. You’ll also learn new songs, a new time signature, and note values as you keep building your skills. Let’s make your playing even more dynamic and fun!
Level 3 I Chording
Reading music notes is just around the corner, and our goal is to make sure you’re as confident as possible on the keyboard before diving into sight-reading. In Level 3, we’re focusing on chording—a fun and exciting way to boost your musical skills!
You've already got a great foundation with basic chords and progressions. Now, we’ll take it further by exploring how chords and scales are created, adding beautiful fills and runs, and tuning your ear to recognize different chord qualities. Playing songs with confidence is one of the best ways to build your musicality, and we’re here to guide you every step of the way!
Level 4 I Mastering Chords Like a Pro
You're already moving confidently across the piano, playing suspended chords, following chord charts, and building major and minor chords with ease. Now it’s time to take it up a notch! In Level 4, you’ll dive into new key signatures, explore fresh chord shapes, and learn a brand-new song.
This level is packed with fun as you master fills and riffs and gain the skills to play any chord chart that comes your way. Get ready to unlock a new level of musical freedom and creativity on the keyboard!
Level 5 I Sight-Reading
Welcome to the exciting world of reading music! In this level, you’ll learn how to read and play notes in the treble clef, bass clef, and grand staff. Everything you’ve practiced—chords, intervals, and hand coordination—will come together to support your sight-reading journey.
Sight reading is a skill that develops over time, so patience is key, but don’t worry—you’ll have plenty of guidance every step of the way. Embrace the process, and get ready to open up a whole new dimension of music!
Level 6 I Developing Your Musicality
In Level 6, we’re taking your playing from good to great by diving into the art of musicality! You’ll learn how to use the sustain pedal, master dynamics, and refine your control, helping you become a more expressive and impactful pianist.
Not only will you continue to advance your technique and sight reading, but you’ll also learn how to play from a lead sheet—unlocking a whole new world of songs to explore. Get ready to bring even more feeling and flair to your music!
Level 7 I Applying Technique & Tackling Piano Challenges
In Level 7, we’re here to help you tackle common piano player challenges and bring your skills to the next level! This includes building speed, accuracy, and hand independence, along with creating fun, effective practice routines for technique. Plus, you’ll deepen your accompaniment and chord skills, so you can play more confidently and creatively. Get ready to overcome obstacles and become an even stronger pianist!
Level 8 I Exploring Musical Styles
The world of piano music is rich and varied, with styles like Pop, Classical, Blues, and Jazz each offering something unique. You've already laid a strong foundation in Pop Piano, so now it’s time to dive into Classical, Blues, and Jazz!
In this level, you’ll discover the distinct features of each style, building coordination, confidence, and an understanding of how to play them beautifully. Not only will you expand your musical skills, but you’ll also enhance your overall musicianship. The techniques you gain here will bring versatility and depth to all aspects of your playing!
Level 9 I Composition & Songwriting
Get ready to create your own music! With all the skills you've gained, you’re fully prepared to start writing songs to share with the world. In Level 9, you’ll dive into the essentials of composition and songwriting, learning techniques that will help you bring your musical ideas to life. Your challenge will be to apply everything you’ve learned so far to craft your own original piece. Let your songwriting journey begin!
Level 10 I Harmony and Ear Training
Congratulations on how far you've come—you’re now a well-rounded and confident pianist! In this final level, we’ll help you add the finishing touches to your skill set. You’ll polish your sight-reading, refine your technique, strengthen your improvisational skills, and sharpen your ear. Plus, you’ll discover the joy of playing with other musicians and learn about new paths to explore, because the musical journey never truly ends. Here’s to the exciting road ahead!