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Diana Rogers - EzineArticles.com Expert Author
I used to only play the piano by notes. Now I've discovered some marvelous resources that have allowed me to play by ear!
I've played on worship teams for over 30 years and have taught students a little over 10 years now. I am passionately committed to Music Education. Dedicate yourself to what inspires you!
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- Scale Degree Chords
[Arts-and-Entertainment:Music] A scale degree chord is a chord built off each scale degree in the major scale. All chords are first built on 3rds. The notes are changed to form specific kinds of chords.
- How to Form Chords
[Arts-and-Entertainment:Music] Although chord finders are valuable tools on the Internet, what do we do when we're sitting at the piano and don't have access to the computer, trying to figure out chords? Here's a breakdown on forming many chords you'll use in your piano playing.
- Damper Pedal Practice
[Arts-and-Entertainment:Music] Take an old method book on pedaling and look at the pedal symbols at the bottom of each measure. Study the patterns of when the pedal is held down and when the pedal is lifted. Check out the chord changes in the progression. If played correctly, your music will not sound like one long blur!
- Carol of the Bells
[Arts-and-Entertainment:Music] I finished the year of 2008, teaching my students the beautiful song, Carol of the Bells. It is an easy song to play, filled with recognizable patterns, melody lines and repeated chords. The lyrics and music were adapted by Peter J. Wilhousky, copyright 1936.
- Rock and Roll and Beyond
[Arts-and-Entertainment:Music] Rock and roll happened in the mid-1950's. It took America by storm, then Europe, then the world. It was a part of my world and I listened to the words of Elvis singing, but I can't help falling in love with you, over and over.
- Science of Sound
[Reference-and-Education:Science] Whether you are playing an instrument, speaking, or just making a noise, the way the sound is made, and the way it travels, is exactly the same. The difference between music and noise is that musical sounds are organized into patterns with pitch and rhythm. While noise is usually made up of random, disorganized sounds.
- Fun With Modes
[Arts-and-Entertainment:Music] MODAL MUSIC began in ancient Greece. Influence by the Greeks, the early church used a system of MODES- almost all music written before the 1500's was based on the various modes. Many well-known folk songs are modal. In recent years modal music has become more and more popular, and modern composers use modal melodies and harmonies in their compositions.
- What is Jazz?
[Arts-and-Entertainment:Music] What's the difference between jazz and classical music ? I would say that in jazz, the musicians improvise, or makeup, their own version of a tune, instead of playing notes that are written by the composer. This means that player's almost never perform a piece the same way twice.
- How to Play Suspended Chords
[Arts-and-Entertainment:Music] Suspended chords leave you hanging in mid air. They create suspense or anticipation. They sound and feel as though they should be resolved. I use suspended chords in endings. Also, they are perfect for extending the measure to do a run in your right hand.
- Play a Song by Ear
[Arts-and-Entertainment:Music] Can you play by ear? Well, I come from a note reading background and when I first heard the expression, Can you play by ear? I thought to myself that's silly, how does one put their ear to the piano and play the keys?
- Understanding 2-5-1 Progressions
[Arts-and-Entertainment:Music] If you listen to music, you have definitely heard a 2-5-1 progression. They are found in just about any type of music regardless of style, genre, or rhythmical pattern. It is commonly the series of chords that end a song or phrase. In this chord progression, the 2 chord leads to the 5 chord which in turn, produces a strong pull towards the ending chord (which is usually the 1st major chord of the scale).
- Inside Changes
[Arts-and-Entertainment:Music] A changed attitude has an effect on everything. Having peace and joy is a great treasure indeed. Many of you remember James Stewart in A Wonderful Life. Each and every one of us has a plan and a purpose for being here. Many things depend upon our outlook, I would think!
- Learn Chords to House of the Rising Sun
[Arts-and-Entertainment:Music] Do you want to learn chords to House of The Rising Sun? Well, now you can! As a piano teacher, I have taught this song to many students. It is a simple song and it is easy to learn. Pretty much everyone has heard it and wants to play it.
- John Mayer - Waiting on the World to Change
[Arts-and-Entertainment:Music] Would you agree that John Mayer is a brilliant singer- songwriter? Amazing! And he is only 31 years old!
- How Do I Harmonize These Melodies?
[Arts-and-Entertainment:Music] So, how do you play your right hand with your left hand by ear? Are you used to reading those music notes on the lines and spaces?
- How To Practice The Piano In Five Easy Steps
[Arts-and-Entertainment:Music] Here are a few simple steps to learn easy and fast ways to practice the piano. The most important step is not the amount of time spent on practicing but the quality of time (how well you use your practice time). Remember to visit your piano everyday and say "hi" to it! A little bit of daily practice is much better than none at all! Ready to get started?
- Can You Harmonize The Melody?
[Arts-and-Entertainment:Music] Can you accompany "one-fingered" melodies with full sounding chords? It's easy to play the melody of "Mary Had a Little Lamb", "Row Row Row Your Boat", "Happy Birthday", "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" and "Jingle Bells" with one finger. The hardest part is finding the right chords to accompany your melody.
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