How to Play the Piano

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Course Description

Have you ever started playing piano but got stumped and frustrated with the theory? Then you've come to the right class. This course introduces the keyboard skills and fundamentals you will need to become a successful pianist. It provides for a step-by-step explanation on how to play the piano. If you need help with the written theory and you want to learn more about how to read and write notes. All you need to do is to enroll in this class. This course includes activities that will help you use the musical alphabet to read and write notes on the staff, identify intervals, and write sharps and flats. Not only does this course emphasize note reading but will help you develop a keen intelligent understanding of the musical notes and alphabet. In no time you will be playing the piano or keyboard and most especially read and play any music as you appreciate it!

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Course Lessons

1. The Grand Staff, Different Note Names and How to Identify them on the Staff : The lesson shall help the student gain an in depth knowledge and mastery of the different note names as they learn to locate where they are on the keyboard and on the piano as well.
2. Movement, Time Value and Types of Notes : The student should be provided with the understanding of how notes move on the staff. This lesson aims to explain the movement of notes on the staff and the types of notes and number of beats each note receives.
3. Understanding the Time and the Key Signature : It is important that the student understands the time and key signature. Learning to read notes and understanding the time and key signatures in music will make a good musical foundation in every student.
4. Dynamics, Repeat Sign and the Different Rests : In order to be a good piano player, one must follow the dynamic markings and watch out for them in a piece.
5. Articulation : This lesson aims to explain and describe the different ways of articulation used in piano playing so that the student will have the opportunity to learn and use them properly and in order for the student to become well rounded players.
6. TEMPO : This lesson shall explain what tempo is in music and help the student understand the importance of tempo and how to observe it while practicing.

Certificates & Merits Awarded

Certificate of Attendance Certificate of Class Participation Certificate of Appreciation Certificate of Merit Certificate of Outstanding Achievement Certificate of Academic Excellence I will give the students certificates upon their completion of all the requirements.

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Additional Information

Course Number :	15110
Course Type :	How To(non credit)
Course URL :	http://PianoTheory1.onlineclasses.com
Instructor :	B. Blanchard
Syllabus :	View Syllabus
Duration :	Countinous - Enroll Anytime!
Course Fee :	Basic Course: $70.00 - Limited Time Offer: $50.00

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