Music is a language, like all languages it uses characters and symbols to communicate meaning. Musicians use different note symbols to communicate the duration of notes in music. In this article, we will learn about whole notes, half notes and quarter notes. These note values are the basic units of time in music, almost like …
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Middle C is often the first note the beginners learn to identify on the piano. It is a solid foundation to begin any piano study. How to find middle C on the piano Middle C is quite easy to find on the piano. Take a minute to look at the keyboard. Do you notice any …
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Starting your piano journey? “Mary Had a Little Lamb” is one of the easiest and most effective songs to begin with. With its simple melody and easy-to-remember notes, it’s a great way to build confidence and develop rhythm skills. It helps you get familiar with finger placement, timing, and note patterns—all while having fun. In …
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A melody is the sequence of notes that create a musical phrase, often the most memorable part of a song. Whether you’re listening to a pop song or a classical piece, the melody is what often sticks with you. Melody doesn’t exist in isolation—it’s closely linked with other musical elements like rhythm and harmony. While …
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The G major scale is one of the most important scales to learn on piano. It provides a strong foundation for beginners and is fundamental for advanced players. With only one sharp (F#), it’s easy to pick up and plays a key role in many musical genres, from classical to pop. In this guide, you’ll …
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Piano scales can be fun to play, especially once you get some speed up on them! Some people shy away from piano scales thinking they’re boring or difficult. But being able to race up and down on the piano with speed and agility is a great skill to have. We’ll look at the benefits of …
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If you want to start playing jazz, learning a few key scales is one of the fastest and most effective ways to get there. Scales are sets of notes that help you understand melodies and get to grips with jazz. Jazz scales are groups of notes that can help give jazz its unique and colorful …
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Have you ever wondered what a seventh chord on piano is? 7th chords are commonly found in genres like jazz and blues and are synonymous with the sounds of the genres. These interesting piano chords add a bit more flavour than standard chords and are great tools for composers and performers to learn. In this …
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If you’ve ever wondered what are the best Beatles songs to start with, or if you’re searching for the best Beatles piano songs to add to your playlist, this list has something for everyone, whether you’re a lifelong fan or just beginning to explore their magic. Let’s dive into the best Beatles songs that everyone …
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“The piano ain’t got no wrong notes.” – Thelonious Monk Setting realistic and achievable goals is one of the best ways I’ve found to progress on the piano. Small steps really do add up to huge leaps over time. Now that the first month of the year has passed, I’m checking in on my piano …
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Have you ever noticed that special moment in a song when the harmony unexpectedly shifts, bringing a heroic, uplifting or even mysterious feeling to the piece? This effect often comes from a harmonic technique called modal interchange. Also known as borrowed chords, modal interchange allows composers to pull from different musical modes or scales, adding …
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Music theory often feels like a treasure hunt, uncovering new gems that can transform your playing and composing. Today’s focus is quartal, quintal and secundal harmonies. Let’s explore these three fascinating ways to build chords that break away from western traditional norms. Whether you’re a seasoned pianist or just starting out, understanding these harmonies can …
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