Learn to Play 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...
Do you want to be capable of playing your piano without the assistance of sheets of music?
Or hum your music along with a certain tune?
Have you always wanted to play but your visual senses make it quite impossible?
Haven't you realized that if you can hum a tune, then you are capable of playing that tune?
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. Remember that the piano is an instrument that is comprised of 88 keys. Along these are 12 straight notes. The first white key is the A - note, next white note is B, C, D, E, F, G.
Following the last G white note it starts over with the A note and continues to repeat. The whole sequence is actually repeated a total o 7 times. The same follows with the black notes that are the sharps and flat notes.
3 - The note C can also be called the Home Key. To locate this C note, look for the white note that is just to the left of the 2 black keys. I you still are baffled look at your piano. You will see that in the middle is a C note. Now you know where the C chord is located.
If your playing piano facts are out-of-date, how will that affect your actions and decisions?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 thumb of your right hand will serve as number 1 because it is put at the C straddled in the middle. From there, count all keys going to the right. Include the black keys.
When you reach the number 5 you have found the second note of the C chord. This is played with your middle finger. Then start at 5 and count until you reach 8, that is the last not of the chord and is played with your pinkie finger.
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 these chords as your roots. This will work perfectly if you decided to start on a sharp. You'll be making a sharp chord by then.
5 - With enough practice on these chords that are easy, you'll discover that by counting and closely listening, it will be simple to work through.
If you drop the 5 and go to 4 then you will have a minor chord, in place of the major 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.
Through the advantage of listening, you'll be able to distinguish the difference in sound. You'll be able to spot the slight differences in tune. Not unless you're deaf.
Pieces of advice:
Don't just do your practicing in the middle of your piano. Many keys are available for you to select.
Don't limit yourself in using one or two fingers. Through practice, you could use all fingers including both hands.
Practice enough.
This is up-to-date information that has been covered in this article. Keep your mind open for future developments though that may be found through research. - 18780
Think about this...
Do you want to be capable of playing your piano without the assistance of sheets of music?
Or hum your music along with a certain tune?
Have you always wanted to play but your visual senses make it quite impossible?
Haven't you realized that if you can hum a tune, then you are capable of playing that tune?
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. Remember that the piano is an instrument that is comprised of 88 keys. Along these are 12 straight notes. The first white key is the A - note, next white note is B, C, D, E, F, G.
Following the last G white note it starts over with the A note and continues to repeat. The whole sequence is actually repeated a total o 7 times. The same follows with the black notes that are the sharps and flat notes.
3 - The note C can also be called the Home Key. To locate this C note, look for the white note that is just to the left of the 2 black keys. I you still are baffled look at your piano. You will see that in the middle is a C note. Now you know where the C chord is located.
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 thumb of your right hand will serve as number 1 because it is put at the C straddled in the middle. From there, count all keys going to the right. Include the black keys.
When you reach the number 5 you have found the second note of the C chord. This is played with your middle finger. Then start at 5 and count until you reach 8, that is the last not of the chord and is played with your pinkie finger.
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 these chords as your roots. This will work perfectly if you decided to start on a sharp. You'll be making a sharp chord by then.
5 - With enough practice on these chords that are easy, you'll discover that by counting and closely listening, it will be simple to work through.
If you drop the 5 and go to 4 then you will have a minor chord, in place of the major 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.
Through the advantage of listening, you'll be able to distinguish the difference in sound. You'll be able to spot the slight differences in tune. Not unless you're deaf.
Pieces of advice:
Don't just do your practicing in the middle of your piano. Many keys are available for you to select.
Don't limit yourself in using one or two fingers. Through practice, you could use all fingers including both hands.
Practice enough.
This is up-to-date information that has been covered in this article. Keep your mind open for future developments though that may be found through research. - 18780
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 Review at her website now.
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