Piano Improvisation and Composition: Create Original Melodies with Confidence
Scale Degrees 1
A course by David Snyder , Piano Instructor and Composer
About the video: Scale Degrees 1
Overview
“Understanding the degrees of a scale is imperative for collaborative playing, and it serves you in improvisational and compositional spheres. Let’s start learning about scale degrees and how they can affect your playing! ”
In this video lesson David Snyder addresses the topic: Scale Degrees 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
“This is lesson three of unit two, the fun foundation. And that's exactly what we are doing. We're laying down the foundation for you to be able to have. Fun. It may feel a little bit like trudging right now. You know, you're kind of going through, okay, there's lots of terms, lots of ways to build things. That's good, okay? You're allowed to continue to be discovering this as you go. I'm still discovering things as I go. So. Today's lesson is all about scale degrees. There's another level of using the scale to be able to build chords that's gonna be so helpful for you. It's so helpful for m...”
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Course summary for: Piano Improvisation and Composition: Create Original Melodies with Confidence
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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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