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Online Studio Class
Play & Sing
Your Favorite Songs on Piano —
Even If You’ve Never Played Before
Learn how to play piano chords, keep rhythm, and sing along — all at your own pace.
This step-by-step course is designed specifically for adult beginners who want to unlock
the joy of making music without overwhelm or pressure.
Taught by
Amanda Juline
Musician • Educator • Creator of Musical Minds Studio
With over 12 years of teaching experience, Amanda specializes in helping adults start and thrive in piano playing — combining chords, rhythm, and singing in a friendly, approachable way.
What You’ll Learn
✓ Piano keyboard basics and hand positioning
✓ Finger numbers and hand comfort
✓ Introduction to chords: major, minor, 7th, sus, slash
✓ Playing chords in both hands
✓ Coordinating both hands and voice
✓ Finding your vocal pitch and starting notes
✓ Breath control, timing, and vocal delivery
✓ Melodic fills and creative embellishments
✓ Performing songs by Ed Sheeran, Adele, & Bruno Mars
✓ Building confidence playing and singing
✓ Troubleshooting coordination issues
✓ Bonus: chord cheat sheets & practice trackers
✓ Using chord inversions for smooth transitions
✓ Understanding pop rhythms (4/4, 3/4, etc.)
✓ Keeping time with strumming and rhythm patterns
✓ Playing songs with just 3–4 chords
✓ Rhythm backing tracks for groove and practice
✓ Singing through song sections (verse/chorus)
✓ Playing expressively with dynamics and phrasing
✓ Full song structures: verse, chorus, bridge, coda
✓ Syncopation and intermediate rhythm techniques
✓ Improving vocal tone, phrasing, and emotional depth
✓ Tracking progress with practice tools and journals
✓ Bonus: vocal warm-ups & song journal pages
Course Overview
The Chord Method guides you through everything you need to start playing and singing pop songs, step-by-step:
Module 1: Piano & Chord Foundations — get to know your instrument and the basics of chords
Module 2: Rhythm & First Song Foundations — learn timing, strumming patterns, and your first songs
Module 3: Coordination & Singing — combine hands and voice with ease
Module 4: Chord Expansion & Musical Expression — add new chords, smooth transitions, and emotion
Module 5: Putting It All Together — play and sing fuller songs with confidence
Bonus Section: Helpful cheat sheets, vocal exercises, and practice tools
🎉 By the End of This Course, You’ll Be Able To…
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Play and sing popular songs using real piano chords — even if you started as a total beginner
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Understand the structure of your favorite songs and how to confidently navigate verses, choruses, and bridges
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Coordinate your hands and voice with ease — no more awkward pauses or timing struggles
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Add expression, rhythm, and creativity to your playing with dynamics, fills, and embellishments
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Build your own setlist of singable, playable songs — ready for living room jams or personal enjoyment
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Walk away with the skills, tools, and confidence to continue growing as a musician
Every Student Recieves
🎥 20+ Video Lessons
The course is broken up into 5 Modules, which are organized into 4 lessons per module (20+ videos total). Step-by-step tutorials that guide you through each concept clearly, without overwhelm. Watch and rewatch at your own pace.
📘 The Chord Method Interactive Workbook
An organized, step-by-step companion to the video lessons — take notes, reflect on your progress, test your knowledge, and stay on track.
🎶 "Sing & Play"
Piano Pop Songbook
A curated collection of 30+ beginner-friendly pop songs arranged for singing and playing. Simple chords, powerful sound.
✨ Bonus Resources
Chord cheat sheets, practice trackers, vocal warm-ups, and troubleshooting tips — so you feel supported every step of the way.
Who This Course Is For
1. You’ve never played piano before but always wanted to — and you're finally ready to start.
2. You’re a returning player who wants an easy, modern approach that gets you playing quickly.
3. You want to sing and play popular songs using simple, repeatable chords — no music degree required.
4. You’re a busy adult looking for a fun, structured learning path without overwhelm.
5. You want to build real musical confidence and express yourself through song — for yourself!
What Students Are Saying
"As a total beginner, I was intimidated by music theory. But Amanda’s approach made me feel like I could start making music right away, not just studying it. I love how it focuses on real songs and practical skills."
Jasmine K., age 36
"I don’t have time for hour-long lessons or dense theory books. What I needed was someone to show me how to play and sing the songs I love (!!!) and that’s exactly what this course delivered."
Carlos M., self-taught musician
"I’ve tried YouTube tutorials before, but I’d always get stuck and give up. This course finally gave me a clear path. I didn’t have to memorize scales or learn complicated theory, just real steps that helped me play and sing songs I actually love."
Erica S., adult beginner with zero experience
About Musical Minds Music Studio
At Musical Minds Music Studio, we believe it’s never too late to start making music.
Founded with the adult beginner in mind, our studio offers a welcoming, judgment-free space where students can explore music at their own pace — no stuffy theory, no pressure to be perfect, just real progress and joy through song.
Whether you’re picking up piano for the first time, returning after a long break, or simply want to be able to accompany yourself while singing your favorite tunes, our goal is to make music accessible, fun, and meaningful. You don’t need years of lessons to sound good. You need the right approach — one that builds confidence, breaks things down simply, and helps you feel the music as much as play it. That’s what we’re all about.
At Musical Minds, your musical goals matter. Your voice matters. And we’re here to help you bring both to life.