Piano Improvisation and Composition: Create Original Melodies with Confidence

Influences

A course by David Snyder , Guides students in piano improvisation

19 students

Audio: English, Spanish

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About the video: Influences

Overview

“In this lesson, I will tell you about my improvisational influences and what inspires me to continue to make music. ”

In this video lesson David Snyder addresses the topic: Influences , which is part of the Domestika online course: Piano Improvisation and Composition: Create Original Melodies with Confidence. Unlock creative piano skills, learn improvisation, composition, and band collaboration for expressive, original music creation.

Partial transcription of the video

“All right, now that you know a little bit more about me, I want to share with you some of the influences that have created me and developed my musical voice. I find it so common that people come to me and they're like, How do I feel free at the piano? Like, how do I sit at the piano and just let go and have fun. Well. That's what this course is about. And that's exactly how I hope you feel after taking this course. My journey at the piano began a very long time ago in the random tiny city of Grand Forks, North Dakota, where I began to take classical lessons with my teacher, mrs. Halverson. ...”

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Course summary for: Piano Improvisation and Composition: Create Original Melodies with Confidence

Level: Beginner
19 students
4 units
25 lessons (6h 5m)
27 downloads

Category
Music & Audio
Areas
Music

David Snyder

A course by David Snyder

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Guides students in piano improvisation

David Snyder is a highly acclaimed pianist, composer, and performer based in Los Angeles, California. His journey with the piano began at a young age in Grand Forks, ND, where he cultivated a deep love for music. With a strong foundation in classical music, he honed his skills and eventually ventured into composing and improvising with his family during high school. His passion for sharing the joy of music led him to social media, where he quickly gained a large following by posting his compositions and improvisations. Snyder's diverse career includes composing for films and commercials, performing with renowned artists such as Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, and Flo Rida, and even appearing on America's Got Talent.

Snyder's music is a unique blend of classical, jazz, rock, and cinematic elements, reflecting his wide-ranging influences and personal experiences. He has released over 50 piano tracks and embarked on a nationwide tour, captivating audiences with his storytelling through music. His album, "The Piano Says It Better," showcases his cinematic compositions and his ability to evoke emotions through sound. Residing in Los Angeles, David continues to compose, perform, and inspire others through his engaging social media presence, sharing the transformative power of music with a global audience.