Piano Articles

1). Learn To Play Piano Chords: Learn To Play II-V-I Progressions By : Peter Edvinsson
II-V-I progressions are common in most types of popular music and mainstream jazz and more. If you can play II-V-I progressions you are in a lucky position. What then is a II-V-I progression? Well, come and see!
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2). Piano Lesson: How To Improvise The Classical Piano Way By : Peter Edvinsson
Is it possible to improvise on the piano in a classical manner? This piano lesson will help you find out how to cultivate this art and the benefits you reap as a pianist!
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3). Can You Become a Boogie-Man or Boogie-Lady? By : Duane Shinn
Boogie music, also known as boogie woogie, is a genre of piano-heavy music particular to America in the 1940s and 50s.
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4). How To Match The Melody Notes Of Any Song To A Chord In Your Left Hand! By : Duane Shinn
Is it really possible to know which chords go with which notes in a song without having to depend on the written sheet music? Can you pick out a song by ear and then harmonize that tune with chords that match it?
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5). Piano lesson: Learn To Play Mary Had A Little Lamb Without Reading Sheet Music By : Peter Edvinsson
In this piano lesson you will learn to play Mary Had A Little Lamb without the use of sheet music. We will be a little bit professional and use both hands!
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6). How To Dress Up “Naked Music” On The Piano By : Duane Shinn
What in the world is “naked music?” You know it when you hear it, but the words that describe it sound strange, don’t they? We’ve all heard of popular music and rock music and gospel music and jazz music, but naked music?
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7). Don't Move A Piano Until You Read This By : D Ruplinger
How do you move a piano? Very carefully. Okay, I’m being a little sarcastic, but moving a piano is a serious endeavor. I’m a big advocate of hiring a professional mover to move a piano. Pianos are heavy and it’s easy to damage a piano while moving it. I’m speaking from experience. I own a Kimball piano my parents bought brand new for me when I was a child.
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8). Piano improvisation: Learn To Improvise On Your Piano By Faking By : Peter Edvinsson
Do you have a fake book? Just one of those songs could be the source of many meaningful exercises that will help you grow as a musicician and as a pianist.
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9). How To Play More Notes On The Piano Without Reading More Notes! By : Duane Shinn
Most people learn to play the piano by playing just the written music. Playing by written music is exactly what the phrase says it is -- playing the exact notation on a piece of sheet music.
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10). Everything You Need to Know About Piano Moving By : Jason J. Martin
Moving can be a very stressful time in a person’s life, especially if he or she has not hired appropriate help to move their furniture. Piano moves can be especially stressful, because the mover needs to have special knowledge and skills to safely move the piano. In this article I have outline a few frequently asked questions about piano moving in order to help understand what is involved in moving a piano and prepare you with the information to choose the right mover.
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11). Easy Piano Improvisation: Learn to Express Yourself! By : Edward Weiss
Have you ever wanted to just sit down at the piano and play what you feel? Without worrying if it's good enough or if you have enough "talent?" You can when you learn how to play piano using the amazing open position piano chord! This chord structure allows the complete beginner to create modern sounds at the piano FASTER THAN ANY OTHER METHOD! After teaching piano for 14 years, I can safely say that I've never seen students progress as fast as they do when working with this chord position.
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12). Piano Lesson: It Is Easy To Compose Piano Sheet Music By : Peter Edvinsson
Why is it easy to compose piano sheet music? Because you have to start from where you are. This should be fairly easy; Otherwise you have not started from where you are...
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13). Song Writing: Why Is Completing Your Songs Important? By : Peter Edvinsson
Do you find it easy to write songs? Too easy? Well, I at least have had a problem with this. Let me show you why you should complete your songs!
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14). Notes on the History of the Piano By : Elizabeth Miller
Summary: A quick look at surprising genesis of the piano and how it has evolved across the centuries.
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15). Learn To Play Piano: A Digital Or An Acoustic Piano? By : Peter Edvinsson
If I have to choose between buying an acoustic piano or a digital piano what is the best choice? let's take a look at the different choices if you want to learn to play piano.
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16). 3 Steps to Playing Comfortably for a Crowd By : K Quinn
Most people are not comfortable performing in front people. When I say of performing, such as an instrument, or singing, or acting, I mean more than just knowing how to do well at your chosen craft, I mean doing it well and in front of people. It’s the “in front of people” part that gets us every time. How many of us sing like a bird in the shower but then when people are watching we can’t carry a note.
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17). Be Kind To Your Piano When You Put It In Storage By : D Ruplinger
You own a piano you love. But, you find that you need to put it in storage for a while. How should you go about doing it? Many experts will tell you to avoid storing a piano if at all possible. It’s suggested to do everything you can to find a relative or friend who can keep the piano in their home or apartment until you’re ready for it again. But what if that’s not possible? A climate controlled storage facility is the best storage choice.
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18). History and Role of the piano in the Modern World By : iwilliamson
The modern piano developed its form from two keyboard instruments, the clavichord and the harpsichord, which originated from early in music history. These keyboard instruments operate on the principle of direct connection between the applied force or pressure of the player on the keys, and the volume of sound. Meaning, the harder the pressure or force the player applies on the keys, the louder the sound of the instrument, the lighter the touch, the softer the sound.
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19). Piano Lesson: What Can Pippi Longstocking Teach You About Piano Playing By : Peter Edvinsson
Piano playing is an art with unlimited possibilites. Pippi Longstocking made a remark in a film that can be used when you try to learn to play piano.
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20). 3 Ways To Get The Most Out Of Your Music Lessons By : K Quinn
Whether you are using a book, video, a real live human, or online lessons, keep these pointers in mind in order to get the most out our your studies. 1. Complete and master each section before moving on to the next: As you work through your studies make sure you have each new technique or idea conquered before moving on to the next. Lessons are planned to build upon each other and trying to rush through without fully understanding one will just lead to frustration and wasted efforts.
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21). Learn To Play Piano - Let The Train Station Teach You About Piano Playing By : Peter Edvinsson
Learn to play piano on a train station? Let me show you what you can learn about piano playing as you wait for your train!
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22). Pianos Need Tender Loving Care Too By : D Ruplinger
Pianos have several thousand parts (8,000-12,000) and many of those parts are moving parts. To keep all the parts in good working order, pianos need regular care. During the first year of a piano’s life it’s suggested to have it serviced two to four times. Then talk to your piano technician to decide what frequency to continue service at. Usually twice a year after the first year is recommended, but sometimes once a year is enough.
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23). Caring for a Piano – From the Moment of Purchase By : Charles Kassotis
Choosing the best setting for your piano and caring for it once you have it will ensure that you have many hours of enjoyable playing time.
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24). Choosing A Musical Instrument For Your Child By : Ciara McGrath
Many parents want to encourage their children to learn to play a musical instrument, to encourage their musical development. The first instrument is often a music keyboard. These are reasonably priced and stimulate an interest in music even in very young children. Ask your school music teacher for advice, because some of the very low cost keyboards are very limited.
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25). Piano Right From the Start: "Learning to Play What You Feel!" By : Edward Weiss
Imagine being able to sit down at your piano, place your hands on the keyboard, and just play! Many piano students think the ability to do this requires years of study. They couldn't be more wrong! Learning to play what you feel does not require extensive knowledge of harmony or theory. All that is required is the ability to do two things: 1. Believe that you know enough 2.
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