Piano Improvisation and Composition: Create Original Melodies with Confidence
The Target Method 2
A course by David Snyder , Piano Instructor and Composer
About the video: The Target Method 2
Overview
“In this lesson, you will improvise using target tones and chromaticism. You'll connect melodies to chord tones and use chromatic movement for smooth phrasing. Practice these techniques to create expressive improvisations.”
In this video lesson David Snyder addresses the topic: The Target Method 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
“All right, let's head over to the keyboard and I wanna show you what this looks like when we're actually jamming in real time to a jam track. All right. For this jam track, we are in the key of C minor, so we can utilize our C minor scale for this target method approach. I have the chord progressions to this jam track right here on the iPad so you can see it. The verse is gonna be C, for two beats. G for two beats. and A-flat major for three beats. If I wanted to make it more jazzy, which we'll talk about soon, I can just add a seven. out of seven. Out of seven. Our bridge and our build is ...”
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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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