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Are you ready to sound incredible using only black keys on the piano? You’ll be amazed by how impressive these pieces can be, even at the beginner level.In this article, I’ll share tips to help you play music using just black keys that sound polished and professional, and we’ll dive into an improvisation activity where…
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If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by songs with many black keys, you’re not alone. Many students experience that “deer in the headlights” moment when transitioning from mostly white-key music to pieces that feature lots of black keys. But fear not! With the right approach, you can conquer these pieces with confidence and ease.Many Black Keys…
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It's exciting adding a little artistry to your playing, right? But, when the technique is a bit off it can be disappointing to hear the resulting sound. Learn the 3 steps to playing 2-note slurs that sound beautiful!What Are 2-Note Slurs?Sometimes music symbols can be a little confusing and have multiple meanings (like "read"). For…
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Have you ever wondered "Why does my playing still sound disjointed after all this practice?" You are not alone! Beginners tend to have an over-reliance on the visual. But, once you can start trusting yourself and playing keys without looking, the flow and artistry you're looking for can come together.Why Play Keys Without Looking?People who…
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Many beginner piano players learn hand over hand arpeggios. But, how many sound amazing while playing them? If you have paused to set up your hands or wondered why your hand over hand arpeggios sound disjointed, I have two tips for you!
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Have you ever considered looking to music history for inspiration as you improvise? Get inspired by music from the Romantic through the 21st Century for your improvisation! After all, these patterns have stood the test of time.
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Baroque and Classical eras, at least when it comes to music can be seen as stuffy and old-fashioned. What may surprise you is this was a period where improvisation was not only taught but expected. Even during performances.
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While music does use math, thankfully music intervals don't have to be nearly as complicated. No formulas are needed. And, when these are mixed you can create interesting music!
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Some intervals sound great. And, others need a little love before they are "so bad, it’s good”. The 7th intervals fall into this second category.
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Many of the intervals we play on the piano are easy to physically play. But, the 6th interval is the start of a series of intervals that require just a little stretch to reach.
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