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Piano Basics and Essentials

Finger Positioning and Posture

A course by David Snyder , Piano Instructor and Composer

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3,289 students

Audio: English, Spanish

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About the video: Finger Positioning and Posture

Overview

“Now that you understand the piano, we need to discuss how to interact with the piano correctly! This lesson will tell you all you need to know about posture, finger placement, and finger numbers. You’ll also learn your first song! ”

In this video lesson David Snyder addresses the topic: Finger Positioning and Posture, which is part of the Domestika online course: Piano Basics and Essentials. Learn piano basics and essentials to read notes, navigate the keyboard, and compose your own music confidently.

Partial transcription of the video

“Welcome to lesson two of unit two. This lesson is all about correct fingering and posture. So now that we got all that technical information out of the way, you can learn your first piano pieces. All right, let's talk about your posture. Posture is so important. And what's funny about posture is classical pianists get this hilarious rep that they're always like super straight and curved. But there's a reason. A lot of power comes from how you sit. And so when you're practicing at home, I want you to be sitting. It's totally okay for you to stand and play. I do it all the time at gigs or at ...”

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Course summary for: Piano Basics and Essentials

Level: Beginner
94% positive reviews (17)
3289 students
6 units
33 lessons (5h 57m)
23 downloads

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Music & Audio
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Music

David Snyder

A course by David Snyder

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Piano Instructor and Composer

David Snyder, a pianist, composer, and performer, is known for his dynamic artistry and innovative approach to music. Growing up in Grand Forks, ND, David's passion for the piano was evident from a young age. He honed his skills under the guidance of two classical teachers, developing a strong foundation in classical music which later became the backbone of his diverse musical influences. His early exposure to teaching allowed him to share his love for the instrument, starting with lessons for children when he was only 14. Despite stepping away from classical piano due to creative disagreements, David rekindled his love for the piano through composition and improvisation, eventually sharing his work on social media.

David's career took a remarkable turn as he gained recognition for his compositions, leading to performances with renowned artists such as Snoop Dogg and Ice Cube. His versatility as a musician is evident in his ability to seamlessly integrate classical, jazz, rock, and cinematic elements into his work. David's journey has been highlighted by his participation in America's Got Talent and a nationwide tour that showcased his unique blend of comedy, improvisation, and musical storytelling. Now based in Los Angeles, he continues to create, perform, and inspire aspiring musicians through his engaging online content and courses.