Learning to Play the Piano by Ear
Have you ever wondered if what you know about playing piano is accurate? Consider the following paragraphs and compare what you know to the latest info on playing piano.
Think about this...
Would you like to play the piano without the fuss of dragging your music sheets?
Or maybe you want to be able to hum a good tune?
Have you for years longed to play, except your eyesight is poor and makes it difficult?
Haven't you learned that if you can hum a certain tune, that you can learn to play it?
Some musicians, professional in their own art, didn't start their career through any manuals or instructors. What they did is follow the tone that they hear and play along the beating of the music. No notes, no mentors.
1 - Get your things in order. You will of course require a keyboard or piano, whichever you have. You just have to be able to use at least 3 fingers. You will need adequate time for practicing. Make sure the piano is in tune.
2 - A regular piano happens to be made up of 88 keys. (A keyboard has less keys.) There is a total of 12 notes counting the regular notes, sharp notes, and flat notes. The white notes begin with an A note, then the white notes go like B, then C, then D, then E, then F, and finally G.
Then after the last white G - note, the next white note again becomes the A - note, then the repetition begins. This sequence is repeated until the last white note is done for about 7 times. That would include the black notes that represent flats and sharps.
3. The C note is also known as the Home Key. To trace the C note, it is the white key on the left side of two black keys. If you're still amazed, stare at your piano. You'll notice that at the middle part is the C - note. Thus, that would be the first major chord.
If your playing piano facts are out-of-date, how will that affect your actions and decisions? Make certain you don't let important playing piano information slip by you.
The right thumb is number 1 due to it going on C in the middle. From here you have to count the keys that go to the right. This include the black keys too.
When you have counted till 5, that would serve as the 2nd note in C chord. Place your middle finger there. From counting to number 5, count till 8, that will be your final note. Put your pinkie on it.
Now hit these keys together and an impressive sound is accomplished.
4 - Get real familiar with using the sequence mentioned above... 1, then 5, and 8 in counting. This goes for starting with any of the notes, just remember to count, includes the sharps and flats.
Use the chords mentioned as your base. You can even do this if you want to begin on one of the sharp notes. That just makes this one of the sharp chord.
5 - You will understand what close listening and counting will do for your playing through enough practice.
For example, if chord number 5 is dropped this will result to a number 4. At that instance you'll end up with a minor chord.
In the event that you are playing the C chord, you just have to slide your finger just one key over to the left to make a C minor chord.
By simply listening, you are able in tell the difference sound wise. You will be capable of spotting slight changes in the tune, as long as you can hear okay.
Some Practical Advice
Don't just do your practicing in the middle of your piano. Many keys are available for you to select.
Learn to use more that more than just one maybe two fingers. With enough practice, you can learn to play with all your fingers on your right and left hands.
Practice, practice, and more practice.
This article's coverage of the information is as complete as it can be today. But you should always leave open the possibility that future research could uncover new facts. - 18758
Think about this...
Would you like to play the piano without the fuss of dragging your music sheets?
Or maybe you want to be able to hum a good tune?
Have you for years longed to play, except your eyesight is poor and makes it difficult?
Haven't you learned that if you can hum a certain tune, that you can learn to play it?
Some musicians, professional in their own art, didn't start their career through any manuals or instructors. What they did is follow the tone that they hear and play along the beating of the music. No notes, no mentors.
1 - Get your things in order. You will of course require a keyboard or piano, whichever you have. You just have to be able to use at least 3 fingers. You will need adequate time for practicing. Make sure the piano is in tune.
2 - A regular piano happens to be made up of 88 keys. (A keyboard has less keys.) There is a total of 12 notes counting the regular notes, sharp notes, and flat notes. The white notes begin with an A note, then the white notes go like B, then C, then D, then E, then F, and finally G.
Then after the last white G - note, the next white note again becomes the A - note, then the repetition begins. This sequence is repeated until the last white note is done for about 7 times. That would include the black notes that represent flats and sharps.
3. The C note is also known as the Home Key. To trace the C note, it is the white key on the left side of two black keys. If you're still amazed, stare at your piano. You'll notice that at the middle part is the C - note. Thus, that would be the first major chord.
If your playing piano facts are out-of-date, how will that affect your actions and decisions? Make certain you don't let important playing piano information slip by you.
The right thumb is number 1 due to it going on C in the middle. From here you have to count the keys that go to the right. This include the black keys too.
When you have counted till 5, that would serve as the 2nd note in C chord. Place your middle finger there. From counting to number 5, count till 8, that will be your final note. Put your pinkie on it.
Now hit these keys together and an impressive sound is accomplished.
4 - Get real familiar with using the sequence mentioned above... 1, then 5, and 8 in counting. This goes for starting with any of the notes, just remember to count, includes the sharps and flats.
Use the chords mentioned as your base. You can even do this if you want to begin on one of the sharp notes. That just makes this one of the sharp chord.
5 - You will understand what close listening and counting will do for your playing through enough practice.
For example, if chord number 5 is dropped this will result to a number 4. At that instance you'll end up with a minor chord.
In the event that you are playing the C chord, you just have to slide your finger just one key over to the left to make a C minor chord.
By simply listening, you are able in tell the difference sound wise. You will be capable of spotting slight changes in the tune, as long as you can hear okay.
Some Practical Advice
Don't just do your practicing in the middle of your piano. Many keys are available for you to select.
Learn to use more that more than just one maybe two fingers. With enough practice, you can learn to play with all your fingers on your right and left hands.
Practice, practice, and more practice.
This article's coverage of the information is as complete as it can be today. But you should always leave open the possibility that future research could uncover new facts. - 18758
About the Author:
Michelle Edward is classically trained to Grade 8 in Solo Piano. To learn how to play your piano by ear, check out Michelle's Hear & Play Course Review at her website now.
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