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Playing Major Arpeggios
Arpeggios carried out by either hand and used often in both accompaniments and improvisations are technically and harmonically absolutely vital for pianists. The major arpeggio (or major triad) ...
My First Right Hand Chord Sequences
These very easy accompaniments feature only two note values: the whole note (4 beats long) and the half note (2 beats), consequently you will only be playing at most two chords each bar. This way ...
Articulation on the Piano
In order for the notes to be heard clearly and at the same volume, you need to strike the keys with the same strength – i.e. articulate the same with each finger. By now you will have realized ...
Blues Solos
This assortment of blues piano solos – major and minor – displays all the distinguishing features of this style: gimmicks, timing, breathing and phrasing, call and response, etc. You will ...
Playing Octaves
In all styles of music and accompaniment, the left hand in particular is used for playing octaves, which requires extensive use of the thumb and little finger. The right hand also plays its part: ...
Playing Harmonic Minor Scales
A harmonic minor scale consists of seven notes (1 2 m3 4 5 m6 M7) which are separated from each other by the following intervals: 1-1/2-1-1-1/2-1½-1/2 (Ex. in C: C-D-Eb-F-G-Ab-B). It can be ...