Piano Improvisation and Composition: Create Original Melodies with Confidence
How to Blend the Chords 2
A course by David Snyder , Piano Instructor and Composer
About the video: How to Blend the Chords 2
Overview
“It's time to make your chord progressions sound smoother by using inversions, mini melodies, and bass movement. I'll teach you the 1-7-5 trick to create natural connections and break up blocky chords. You'll see how to apply these techniques to real songs, supporting the melody while keeping everything fluid and expressive. Don't forget to experiment and have fun!”
In this video lesson David Snyder addresses the topic: How to Blend the Chords 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, This lesson is all about connectedness. Right. making sure that the chords are connected. Whenever we play our blocked chords, they feel kind of unconnected. and a way to connect music is by building mini melodies. I like to think of it. Building many melodies. Listen to this. I'm going to play this chord progression. It's in the key of E flat C. major because it doesn't say minor. If it doesn't say minor, it means it's a major. This is the chord progression. E-flat. F minor. C minor. B-flat. Or we can say this as a one. two 6. Chord progression. The E-flat. Major chord progression is t...”
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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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