Piano Basics and Essentials
Understanding the Staff 1
A course by David Snyder , Piano Instructor and Composer
About the video: Understanding the Staff 1
Overview
“Now that you have mastered the idea of rhythm, it’s time to place those notes and rhythms on the staff. This lesson talks all about the Staff, and it’s vital components for reading music. ”
In this video lesson David Snyder addresses the topic: Understanding the Staff 1, 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
“All right, welcome to lesson two of unit three. In this lesson, you are going to be able to read music. I'm talking like real music. So let's do this thing. Now that you understand rhythm, it's all about understanding where to put the notes on the grand staff. Let's head on over to the keyboard and let's unlock this thing. So you already know rhythm and we know that all music is simply rhythm and pitch. So the only next step that you need to learn in order to read music is just understand which notes you need to play in the rhythm that you're given because you know how to assess rhythm. Now...”
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David Snyder
A course by David Snyder
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.
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