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Every pianist, knowingly or unknowingly, has encountered a chord progression that forms the backbone of countless musical pieces. Whether you play classical, pop, rock, blues, or jazz, this progression has been your silent companion. It's the 1-4-1-5-7-1 progression—a foundational sequence that has ...
Many piano players unknowingly make these common mistakes, which hold them back from playing chords effortlessly and beautifully. Let’s identify the three worst mistakes and learn how to correct them for smoother, more confident playing.
1. Improper Positioning
The Mistake:
- Playing chords with ...
There are 12 major keys, each with 7 chords, which might seem overwhelming. But don't worry, I’m here to make it super simple for you.
We’re going to do this in just two simple steps.
Step One: Find All the Triads of a Major Key
The good news is that every single major scale follows the same patt...
Knowing chord patterns is one of the fastest ways to improve your sight reading skills. I'll share three chord patterns that can make your sight reading ten times faster. We'll explore these patterns with real musical examples, and I'll guide you on how to master them effectively.
Pattern 1: Cl...
Here are three game-changing tricks that will elevate your piano chord game to a whole new level even if you're a beginner or a seasoned player. These techniques will revolutionize the way you approach chords, making them sound cleaner, richer, and more harmonious.
Trick 1: Chord Blocking
If you e...
Memorizing augmented and diminished chords can seem daunting at first, with 24 different chords to learn. However, with the right approach, you can commit these chords to memory forever in just two steps.
Step 1: Understanding and Forming Augmented and Diminished Chords
The first step is to unders...
Knowing chords on the piano is the key to everything speed-related. Whether you want to read music faster, learn difficult pieces more efficiently, or memorize pieces with ease, chords are your secret weapon. I’ll show you two things: the essential formulas to build major, minor, augmented, diminish...
