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Piano Basics and Essentials

Advanced Concepts 1

A course by David Snyder , Piano Instructor and Composer

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94% positive reviews (17)

3,288 students

Audio: English, Spanish

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About the video: Advanced Concepts 1

Overview

“First of all, I will cover some important concepts that are essential for you to know as a pianist. I'm going to cover rests, tied notes, the fermata, and the repeat sign. ”

In this video lesson David Snyder addresses the topic: Advanced Concepts 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

“Welcome to unit four. You made it. Where has the time gone? You are halfway through this course, and I am so excited for what is next. You now understand the basics of what music theory really is, and you now know how to read notes. This unit is all about extending that ability to read notes and giving you more information and more ways that you can play music in an expressive way. Let's head on over to the keyboard to get started. All right. So I've been hinting at this part of the lesson for a while now. We are going to begin by talking about rests. So composers use rests very similar to ...”

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Course summary for: Piano Basics and Essentials

Level: Beginner
94% positive reviews (17)
3288 students
6 units
33 lessons (5h 57m)
23 downloads

Category
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.