Piano Basics and Essentials
The Power of Music Theory 1
A course by David Snyder , Piano Instructor and Composer
About the video: The Power of Music Theory 1
Overview
“To start this unit on the basics of piano improvisation, we need to understand the building blocks of music, or in other words, MUSIC THEORY. This lesson discusses the value of music theory, and how “music science” can inform your improvisation. ”
In this video lesson David Snyder addresses the topic: The Power of Music Theory 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 5, Lesson 1. I must say, this is probably my favorite lesson of the entire course, and I am most excited for this unit and for the next unit, because now we get to put everything that we learned, all this foundational information, into practice. You get to put your rhythm into practice. You get to put your ability to function your hands in a strong, controlled manner into action, and you get to put your knowledge of a major scale into action. Speaking of major scale, everything that we're learning today is how to understand the tonal center of a song and be able to play alon...”
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Course summary for: Piano Basics and Essentials
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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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