Why Do Students Make Fast Progress with 5CoreCLEF?
The 5CoreCLEF series is built upon a legacy of professional teaching and my 36 years of firsthand experience in teaching, diagnosing, analyzing, and researching each student’s learning process. This method integrates expertise in music education, cognitive development, and case studies, ensuring an effective and structured approach to mastering the piano.
Playing the piano well is not just about technique—it involves lifelong growth, logical sequencing, psychological and emotional engagement, and natural learning tendencies. It also requires an interplay between musical scores, the player’s mindset, and technical execution to create a seamless learning experience.
The Focus of 5CoreCLEF
From the very beginning, the 5CoreCLEF method emphasizes:
- Building essential skills and good habits in both thinking and action.
- Developing an open mindset, encouraging students to explore and embrace challenges.
- Training students to become independent learners, equipping them with the ability to read and play music on their own.
- Enhancing finger coordination and accuracy, ensuring synchronization between what students see, hear, and play.
- Improving focus and attention to detail, guiding students to follow instructions and present their music effectively.
Confidence Through Achievement
Confidence is built on the belief: “YES! I CAN DO IT!”
Through a structured and encouraging approach, students are constantly challenged and celebrated for their progress, leading to joyful accomplishments in sight-reading and performance.
Once students develop fundamental skills and abilities, they can efficiently play with both hands and sight-read fluently at their level, rather than learning music phrase by phrase with one hand at a time.
A Structured Path to Success
The 5CoreCLEF series provides a step-by-step structured pathway, allowing teachers to supplement with additional repertoire as needed. When students reach the LaSolla level, they are fully prepared for advanced performances, competitions, and internationally recognized exams such as the RCM (Royal Conservatory of Music) and ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music). Many young students achieve this level in less than 2 years, reaching RCM Level 5 and beyond.
This proven and transformative method empowers students to progress rapidly, achieve excellence, and enjoy their musical journey with confidence and independence.
5-Core CLEF Series - Beginner
I: Confident and Joyful Mind
- LaDolla: My First Piano Milestone
- CLEF Series: Music Theory Express Fundamental 1
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5-Core CLEF Series - Beginner
II: Discovery and Exploration Mind
- LaRella: My Second Piano Milestone
- CLEF Series: Music Theory Express Fundamentals 1
- Learning Essential Music Elements 1: Connecting Notes, Mind, and Keyboard
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5-Core CLEF Series - Primary
III: Motivated and Happy Mind
- LaMilla: My Third Piano Milestone
- CLEF Series: Music Theory Express Fundamentals 3
- DoFaSoDo Comprehensive Ear Training
- Learning Essential Music Elements 2: Intervals in Action
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Cadenza: Creative, Improvisation and Enjoyment
- CLEF Holiday Songs around the world
- Heart of the Music in all Major Keys
- Heart of the Music in all Minor Keys
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5-Core CLEF Series - Intermediate
IV: Challenges and Perseverance Mind
- LaFalla: My Fourth Piano Milestone
- DoFaSoDo Comprehensive Ear Training
- CLEF Musical Brain Teasers
- Music Theory Express: Complete Interval Daily Exercises
- Music Theory Express: Keys and Scales • Daily Exercises
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5-Core CLEF Series - Intermediate
V: Performance and Expression
- LaSolla: My Fifth Piano Milestone
- Music Theory Express: Focus on Triads • Daily Exercises
- Music Theory Express: Focus on Chords • Daily Exercises
- Music Theory Express: Mastering Rhythm • Daily Exercises
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5-Core CLEF Series - Advanced
VI: Excited and Proud Mind
- LaLala: My Sixth Piano Milestone – Repertoire & Concepts
- LaLala: My Sixth Piano Milestone – Concepts & Finger Fitness Edition
- Music Theory Express: All About Triads
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5-Core CLEF Series - Advanced
VII: Forever Friend in Music
- LaTilla: My Seventh Piano Milestone – Repertoire & Concepts
- LaTilla: My Seventh Piano Milestone – Concepts & Finger Fitness Edition
- Music Theory Express: Chord Progressions and Cadences • Daily Exercises
- Transforming Life, Academics, Sports through Piano
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