Piano Improvisation and Composition: Create Original Melodies with Confidence

Chords: Harmony Changes Everything 1

A course by David Snyder , Guides students in piano improvisation

29 students

Audio: English, Spanish

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About the video: Chords: Harmony Changes Everything 1

Overview

“It's time to talk about chords! We will be discussing some more intermediate/advanced chords, how to build them, how to use them, and how to JAM with them. ”

In this video lesson David Snyder addresses the topic: Chords: Harmony Changes Everything 1, 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

“Welcome to lesson two. In this lesson, we are talking all about chords and chords change the game for musicians. I like to think about chords like a musical roadmap. Chords are simply Harmony. That complement a melody. During the last lesson that we just did, we talked about scales and how we can build melodies. from scales. Scales are like ingredients. And so with a scale being the ingredient, a chord is extracted from that scale to build Harmony. Let me show you an example at the keyboard. So. We all know this song, right? Don't fall asleep on me. Okay, no, come on. We know the song. It's...”

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

Level: Beginner
29 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.