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BACH for Beginners: Piano Classics Vol. 4
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BACH for Beginners: Piano Classics Vol. 4

Master Baroque Music by Studying Pieces from Anna Magdalena Bach – Book 1
Created byIlse Lozoya
Last updated 11/2024
English
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What you'll learn

  • Students will learn HOW TO STUDY Baroque music through easy pieces by Bach.
  • Students will understand what are the technical & stylistic elements necessary to play these pieces correctly
  • Will become familiar with these basic pieces of the beginner piano repertoire.
  • You will analyze and understand some minuet from the repertoire from Ana Magdalena Bach

Course content

11 sections39 lectures1h 52m total length
  • About this course2:03

    Learn to practice Bach's piano classics with a focus on technique, phrasing, and dynamics for Baroque pieces, including Anna Magdalena Bach pieces and the Prelude in C major.

  • Welcome2:25

    Explore Bach's baroque polyphony through three pieces—minuet in G major, minuet in G minor, and the C major prelude—with practical tips on phrasing, fingering, and practice routines.

  • The Baroque5:07

    discover the baroque era (1600s–18th century), its polyphony and two melodic lines on the piano, and why bach and contemporaries shaped keyboard music.

  • How to study?5:27

    Master Bach's polyphonic piano study by reading notes and rhythms, practicing each hand separately, then playing both hands slowly and carefully until you can perform without mistakes.

  • What about your experience?1:56

    Share your Bach practice experience as a beginner and discover a proven method to practice Baroque pieces; learn motivation strategies and connect with peers to improve results.

  • Important recommendations9:12

    Develop accuracy in baroque polyphony by reading and singing the notes, separating hands, and using a metronome before combining them, with the minuet in g minor as an example.

Requirements

  • It is necessary to have a good internet connection to review the content of this course.
  • This course is NOT A NOTE BY NOTE TUTORIAL so it is ESSENTIAL to have the reading level to play the pieces.
  • It is recommended to have a basic musical knowledge in order to understand the stylistic explanations of the course.

Description

Are you a piano student?
Are you studying pieces from the book ANA MAGDALENA BACH I ?
Are you playing Baroque piano pieces but struggling to study correctly and get the results you want?
Do you want to understand the Baroque style on the piano in a simple, easy-to-follow way with manageable pieces from the piano repertoire?

THIS COURSE IS FOR YOU!

Welcome to
BACH for Beginners – Classics of the Piano Vol. 4

This course is specially designed for all piano students who are about to begin studying Bach’s repertoire or are already working on simple Bach pieces and want to improve their performance and study habits. The tips and techniques in this course are essential for playing Bach correctly, and everything has been structured to ensure you get the most from your practice.

Please note: This is NOT a note-by-note tutorial, so you should already have a basic understanding of music reading in order to fully benefit from this course.

What pieces are included in this course?

  • Musette in D Major

  • Minuet in G Minor

  • Minuet in G Major

This course includes:

  • A stylistic analysis of Baroque music, focusing on key characteristics of Bach's style.

  • Technical and stylistic advice for playing these pieces, ensuring a more authentic Baroque sound.

  • Exercises to improve your reading and listening skills, helping you master these pieces with ease.

And remember, you can always ask questions directly to the instructor for personalized guidance.

About Your Instructor:
Ilse Lozoya is a highly experienced educator with a Bachelor's Degree in Music, a Master's Degree in Education, and a professional background as a pianist. With over 80 courses on Udemy and 100,000+ students enrolled worldwide, Ilse brings extensive knowledge and a passion for helping students succeed.

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Who this course is for:

  • The course is ideal for those beginning piano students who are already reviewing parts of the ANA MAGDALENA BACH book.
  • If you are a student and you are struggling with the baroque repertoire, this course is definitely for you.
  • Do you want to know more about the baroque style in the piano context? This course for you.