I like to vary the volume between my hands, too. Not only switch off between eighths and quarters and legato and staccato, but vary the loudness between the hands at the same time. First make the right hand louder, then make the left hand louder. Very challenging for me while also playing something else. 😊
Excellent video, and can't agree more. I;ve been playing for two years, and only now have started singing. Long story, it was always a challenge for me. I know my scales, and practice them almost every day. But I also have spent lots of time doing this. I have to admit, I;m not always sure going down the scale, so I'll put this into my prctice. And sing along.
Great! If you've downloaded the freebie PDF, use the hands together variations to not only learn the scales but to get the benefit of coordination and technique. Singing will automatically help you with ear training.
Nice, I have recently come to the same conclusion that scale you mention is the best starting point (also from a perspective of making major chords). Your course and pieces sound super engaging - great stuff!
Thank you! Agreed - one of the main purpose is to get students playing major chords. You teach/tutor piano, too! I'll check out your channel. Best wishes!
Thank you Kristin. Have been playing for years off and on. Playing and learning music from watching. I also have noticed, that now it's time to learn arpeggio's and staccato's etc. To progress to the next level.
Just discovered your channel and this set of exercises. Thanks for such informative and helpful guidance! For the record, I consider myself to be a 'beginning intermediate' player and felt I knew these, but these exercises were very helpful to me, and challenging in spots. One question: once one has obtained a degree of mastery, would it make sense to extend the exercise to include 'minor pentas' as well?
Yes, you should, as you said when you have obtained "a degree of mastery." If you're thinking "Am I playing major or minor right now?" as you play, solidify the major more. This way, rather than learning major and minor separately, minor becomes (and many other scales and chords that come later) just a tweaking of what you solidly know. Contrary motion (playing with same finger numbers) is great for also solidifying your "knowing." I will probably do another follow-up on this topic to go more into it.
Hello Kristina, I am one of those who want a new beginning. I watched your videos, and find your teaching methods nurturing and informative, and also motivational. I think you are great at what you do. I have recently joined your piano course, and look forward to my piano development under your directional and leadership. I hope you keep sharing your piano knowledge, and I am here to learn and become better at making music. All the best, Edward Henderson
Thank you, Edward! The experience you're describing are exactly what I wanted people to get through my online course. I'm encouraged and motivated by your words!
