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Piano Basics and Essentials

Reading Music 1

A course by David Snyder , Piano Instructor and Composer

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94% positive reviews (17)

3,289 students

Audio: English, Spanish

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About the video: Reading Music 1

Overview

“This lesson dives into understanding how to play the sharp and flat notes on the piano, how to play “stacked notes”, and how to begin interpreting more advanced sheet music. ”

In this video lesson David Snyder addresses the topic: Reading Music 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 lesson two of unit four. This is actually our last lesson on going through music on the page and how it works. I know that this is difficult. This takes a lot of assessing. It takes a lot of practicing. So really follow me through each and every step, each and every moment, because this information is going to inform your work as a pianist and as a composer. And my hope is that by the end of this course, you have all the tools that you need to be able to continue reading music, composing music, or improvising. So let's wrap this baby up with this lesson on reading music. So let's...”

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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

Category
Music & Audio
Areas
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.