Music is more than its emotive powers. Playing an instrument can bring unexpected physical and even health benefits, too. It’s great for cognitive health because it engages every part of the central nervous system, John Dani, chair of neuroscience at the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine, told Penn Medicine News. He also noted …
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When you play a piece of music, at the beginning, you might see a set of sharps or flats. These symbols are more than just markings, they’re key signatures. A key signature reveals not only which notes will be sharp or flat, but also sets the stage for the entire piece by defining its key …
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To play the B minor chord, begin by locating the note B, which is just to the right of the group of three black keys. Once you’ve found it, combine B with D and F# to create the B minor chord. B minor notes The notes in a B minor chord piano are B, D, …
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The piano is one of the most versatile instruments you can learn. However, understanding piano keys can feel overwhelming for beginners and bring up a lot of questions. How many keys does a piano have? What are the white and black keys called? Whether you’re starting out on your piano journey or just curious, this …
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The song ‘Happy Birthday’ was written in 1893 by Patty and Mildred Hill – two sisters who were school teachers. The tune was originally called ‘Good Morning To All’ and it was written for the school students to sing every morning to start their day. Mildred Hill, who wrote the music, was born in Louisville, …
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Modes are part of the basic building blocks of Western music theory. If you’ve ever heard a music teacher talk about modes you may well have noticed that they all have Greek names. These musical modes come from the earliest days of music history. Put simply, a mode is a type of scale, just like …
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Twinkle Twinkle Little Star is a popular children’s nursery rhyme and a well-known piano melody worldwide. Learning how to play Twinkle Twinkle Little Star on the piano is an easy and excellent choice for beginners because of the song’s simple and repetitive structure. The following piano tutorial will teach you all the notes for Twinkle …
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Are you ready to embark on a musical journey that will ignite your passion for playing the piano? Look no further than the world of the best digital pianos. With their advanced features, exceptional sound quality, and innovative technology, these instruments offer a gateway to a world of musical expression and creativity. Plus, for a …
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Learning to read notes on the treble clef staff is one of the most important skills for a pianist to master. Treble clef, also known as G clef, is commonly used to notate melodies and chords that are intended to be played with the right hand. In this article, we will learn all the secrets …
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You have just bought your first digital piano. Congratulations! Having an instrument of your own that you can practice on is a great decision. Relying on borrowed instruments or your computer keyboard to learn the piano is not an ideal situation. There are many different varieties of digital pianos and they all arrive in various …
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The world of piano chords is vast and exciting. Essentially anytime you play more than two notes on the piano, you are playing a chord. We can use chords to express so much in music, from subtle textures to intense and emotional thunderstorms. In this article, we will explore how we can use music theory …
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Good piano technique is crucial for transforming notes into expressive music. It’s about much more than just playing notes correctly; it’s about playing them with ease, efficiency, and expressiveness. This allows pianists to convey emotions, create diverse sound textures, and uniquely interpret compositions. Improving your technique requires a comprehensive strategy that includes developing finger strength, …
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