Piano Improvisation and Composition: Create Original Melodies with Confidence
Chords: Harmony Changes Everything 2
A course by David Snyder , Piano Instructor and Composer
About the video: Chords: Harmony Changes Everything 2
Overview
“Here, you will explore extended chords like sevenths, ninths, and elevenths, plus slash chords and inversions. You'll also learn how to build them, understand their function, and apply them to real songs. ”
In this video lesson David Snyder addresses the topic: Chords: Harmony Changes Everything 2, 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
“Awesome. Let's go back to this chord building chart. So we know how to play a major chord. Major seven. That's my favorite chord. Keep an eye on the ones that you like. Remember, write down the ones that you like. Just a seven chord, a dominant. That would be a dominant. We call that also a dominant. if it's just a seven. And then we have a minor seven right here. That's what we just learned. Those chords that I just circled, your most important points. For sure. So then we get more and more chords. I'm actually not going to talk through every single one of these, because I think there's li...”
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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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