Piano Improvisation and Composition: Create Original Melodies with Confidence
Scale Degrees 2
A course by David Snyder , Piano Instructor and Composer
About the video: Scale Degrees 2
Overview
“During this second part of the lesson, you'll learn to use Roman numerals to identify major and minor chords in any key. I'll show you how to practice common progressions, apply them to songs, and transpose easily. Strengthen your skills with fun exercises!”
In this video lesson David Snyder addresses the topic: Scale Degrees 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
“So we can also follow the number system with another song. Right here we have Hallelujah by Jeff Buckley. And, Right here you can see I wrote the numbers differently. So different people will write the numbering system a little differently. If you saw on the previous song, the Taylor Swift song right here, I actually don't. put numbers in there, like a one and a five and a six. And the assumption is that you know that a one is major. And you know that the sixth degree of a major scale is a minor chord. However, Right here, this is kind of nice, because the Roman numerals tell us more inform...”
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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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