Learn to play piano from scratch - Part 1
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Description
Master the basics of playing piano. Learn properly from the very beginning
What You'll Learn?
- Demonstrate proper posture when playing the piano, which is crucial for using your muscles properly to avoid injuries
- Learn to use the correct fingers for playing notes, which will help you use fine muscles effectively and prevent injury.
- understand patterns of the piano keys, knowing the locations of high/low sounds on the piano keyboard.
- Memorize the musical alphabet and understand how it works, including moving up and down the scales.
- Know the names of the keys and develop the skill to recognize them fast.
- Identify note values such as quarter notes, half notes, dotted half notes, and whole notes, and understand how to create rhythms with them.
- Get familiar with the pentascale, which will help you remember the keys and start developing finger techniques.
- Learn about dynamic markings like Forte, Piano, Mezzo Forte, and Mezzo Piano and how to produce these sounds on piano.
- Understand musical form and how this knowledge can help you learn to play music pieces faster and better.
- Master intervals, including 2nd and 3rd intervals, and learn the difference between "blocked" and "broken" intervals
- Get to know the Treble and Bass clefs and understand their practical uses
- Learn the basics of reading music, including note placement on the staff, how to remember them, and how to figure them out if forgotten.
- Define time signatures and understand their purpose
- Practice accent marks to create special sounds on the piano. Learn where it’s used in music pieces.
- Become familiar with the pedal and learn how to use it, and it’s purpose.
- Course Repertoire: Amazing Grace , Morning, Fun Ride, Ode to Joy (with both hands), Yankee Doodle, Row Row Your Boat, Clock Tower Bells
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DescriptionMany students struggle to understand how music works, leading to the habit of copying others and the inability to learn new pieces independently. In this course you will not only grasp the basics of piano playing and note reading but also learn how to approach new musical pieces with confidence and understand the reasoning behind each step. The course will guide you through the initial stages of note reading while helping you play simple pieces along the way. There will be some music theory and some finger exercises. You'll receive comprehensive explanations for the "whys" behind each musical concept, empowering you to become a more independent learner. Take your time, progress at your own pace, revisit the material, and repeat as necessary. Follow the course step-by-step and you will succeed!
Throughout the course, students will:
1. Learn Basic Techniques: You'll start by mastering fundamental piano techniques such as hand position, posture, and finger dexterity. These are the building blocks for your musical journey.
2. Explore Music Theory: Dive into the essentials of music theory including note reading, rhythm and dynamics. Understanding these concepts will enable you to interpret and play music with confidence and fluency.
3. Play Engaging Repertoire: You will learn new and familiar melodies. Each piece is carefully selected and arranged to fit the beginner’s level, ensuring that students are not overwhelmed by unnecessary complexity. This approach provides both enjoyment and educational value, ensuring a well-rounded musical experience.
4. Enjoy the Journey: Most importantly, you'll enjoy the journey of learning and playing the piano, discovering the joy and satisfaction that music can bring to your life.
Stay tuned for the next level
Who this course is for:
- This course is designed for adults who are new to the world of music
- Those who have always dreamed of learning to play the piano since childhood but had other priorities in life. Now is your time to pursue that dream.
- Those who have tried to play the piano before but didn't succeed. Allow yourself to have a new, successful experience with piano lessons.
- Those who believe playing piano is difficult and time-consuming. Take this course to see that it’s not as hard as you think.
Many students struggle to understand how music works, leading to the habit of copying others and the inability to learn new pieces independently. In this course you will not only grasp the basics of piano playing and note reading but also learn how to approach new musical pieces with confidence and understand the reasoning behind each step. The course will guide you through the initial stages of note reading while helping you play simple pieces along the way. There will be some music theory and some finger exercises. You'll receive comprehensive explanations for the "whys" behind each musical concept, empowering you to become a more independent learner. Take your time, progress at your own pace, revisit the material, and repeat as necessary. Follow the course step-by-step and you will succeed!
Throughout the course, students will:
1. Learn Basic Techniques: You'll start by mastering fundamental piano techniques such as hand position, posture, and finger dexterity. These are the building blocks for your musical journey.
2. Explore Music Theory: Dive into the essentials of music theory including note reading, rhythm and dynamics. Understanding these concepts will enable you to interpret and play music with confidence and fluency.
3. Play Engaging Repertoire: You will learn new and familiar melodies. Each piece is carefully selected and arranged to fit the beginner’s level, ensuring that students are not overwhelmed by unnecessary complexity. This approach provides both enjoyment and educational value, ensuring a well-rounded musical experience.
4. Enjoy the Journey: Most importantly, you'll enjoy the journey of learning and playing the piano, discovering the joy and satisfaction that music can bring to your life.
Stay tuned for the next level
Who this course is for:
- This course is designed for adults who are new to the world of music
- Those who have always dreamed of learning to play the piano since childhood but had other priorities in life. Now is your time to pursue that dream.
- Those who have tried to play the piano before but didn't succeed. Allow yourself to have a new, successful experience with piano lessons.
- Those who believe playing piano is difficult and time-consuming. Take this course to see that it’s not as hard as you think.
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View courses Udemy- language english
- Training sessions 33
- duration 1:20:40
- Release Date 2024/10/30
