Japs Cunanan
Discover the Art of Improvisation, learn Piano and Theory, Jazz, Classical and note reading
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Japs Cunanan
Bachelors degree
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Each lesson is 55 min
50 lessons
20% off
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30 lessons
15% off
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20 lessons
10% off
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10 lessons
5% off
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5 lessons
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1 lessons
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Japs - Your piano teacher
Hi, I'm Japs—a passionate music educator with formal university training and over 12 years of teaching experience. I specialize in a variety of subjects including music theory, ear training, improvisation, sight-reading, and more. Whether you're into Jazz, Classical Piano, Pop, or a blend of styles, I provide lessons tailored to your skill level—from complete beginners to advanced players. My teaching style is flexible and student-centered, focusing on personalized learning to enhance performance skills, develop solid technique, and deepen musical understanding. I aim to make every lesson engaging, productive, and fun. Whether you're preparing for exams, competitions, auditions, performances, or just want to enjoy making music, I’m here to support your goals. Let’s hit the right notes together in your musical journey and unlock your full creative potential!
Japs graduated from St. Paul University
Your piano teacher skills
Sight Reading
Ear training
Piano Technique
Piano Repertoire
Rhythm and Timing
Chord Theory
Scales and Arpeggios
Pedaling Techniques
Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for advanced
Piano for adults
Piano for intermediate
Piano for kids
Piano for beginners
Piano lessons at a glance
My teaching methodology is student-centered and tailored to each learner’s unique goals, learning style, and pace. I believe that music education should be both structured and inspiring, so I combine technical training with creative exploration. Lessons include a balanced mix of music theory, ear training, sight-reading, improvisation, and performance skills. Whether a student prefers learning by ear or through sheet music, I adapt my approach to suit their needs. I encourage consistent practice, clear goal-setting, and musical expression to build strong fundamentals and confidence. I also integrate listening and analysis to deepen musical understanding. From beginners discovering the basics to advanced students preparing for performances, auditions, or exams, I strive to create a supportive, engaging, and motivating environment that fosters growth, discipline, and a lifelong love of music. My goal is to help each student become a confident, independent, and expressive musician.
Different types of piano lessons
Piano
Grand Piano
Player Piano
Digital Piano
Upright Piano
Jazz Piano
Flexible Scheduling
Allows 1h early scheduling
Allows 1h early rescheduling
Can wait for 20 mins after joining
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10 day Refund
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Piano concepts taught by Japs
The Tutor and Student worked on advanced piano techniques, including scales, arpeggios, and coordinated hand movements. They practiced reading musical notation from a full piece and lead sheets, applying concepts of rhythm, chords, and voicing. The session concluded with an introduction to playing song structures and chord progressions, with practice exercises assigned for continued development.
Arpeggio Techniques
Music Reading Fundamentals
Chord Voicings and Application
Problem-Solving Approach to Mistakes
Rhythmic Notation: 6/8 Time Signature
Sequences in Music
Common Tones in Chord Progressions
Chord Voicings and Inversions
The student and tutor reviewed piano techniques, including hand coordination, chord rolling, and music notation for both hands. They practiced advanced fingerings and hand position shifts, and discussed the structure of lead sheets for future learning, specifically mentioning the song 'Overjoyed'.
Hand Position and Finger Spacing
Hand Position Shifts and Fingerings
Music Notation: Measures and Systems
Staggered Playing (Arpeggiation)
Performance vs. Practice Pace
The student and tutor reviewed advanced piano techniques, including rhythmic practice with metronomes, scale fingerings, and the application of pentatonic scales. They also discussed music theory concepts such as relative minors, identifying song keys, and advanced harmonic techniques used in various musical genres, with plans for the student to practice these concepts and learn a new song.
Metronome and Practice Techniques
The Pentatonic Scale
Determining Song Key and Mood
Relative Major and Minor Keys
The student practiced piano techniques focusing on hand and arm movements during scales and complex passages. They also learned about chord voicings, inversions, and a root-fifth baseline pattern crucial for Brazilian music. The tutor offered to provide a video recording of a simplified song version for the student's reference.
Chord Voicings and Dissonance
Root-Fifth Baseline in Brazilian Music
The Rule of Three for Skill Acquisition
Arm vs. Wrist Technique in Piano Playing
The tutor and student reviewed advanced piano chord voicings, specifically focusing on spreading out seven chords and constructing jazz walking basslines. They practiced techniques like approach tones and arpeggios, and the student was assigned to apply these concepts to a Stevie Wonder song.
Spreading Out 7th Chords
Jazz Walking Basslines: Core Techniques
Two-Hand Chords in Jazz
Circle of Fifths and Chord Relationships
Approach & tools used in piano classes
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Ear Training Software
Piano Tuner Apps
Backing Track Libraries
Looping Software
Chord & Scale Reference Apps
Interactive piano lessons
Mobile joining
Open Q&A
Record lessons
Pets are welcomed
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