
Learn to play amazing grace from C to E with the right hand, following a 3-count rhythm, repeat signs, and flexible fingering options to practice easy tunes and explore fingerings.
Chord symbols in roman numeral:
I ii iii IV V vi vii。
(Major) (Minor) (Minor) (Major) (Major) (Minor) (Diminished)
C major chord:
C Dm Em F G Am Bdim
F major chord:
F Gm Am Bb C Dm Edim
G major chord:
G Am Bm C D Em Fdim
C, F, G major scales:
C: CDEFGAB
F: FGA Bb CDE
G: GABCDE F#
Learn to play Amazing Grace in f major and g major, master the f major scale with b flat, and apply left-hand octave chords and bass patterns.
Transpose from F major to G major using the five of the key (D) and D7 for smoother transitions, with two options: five seven or four on five to five.
Canon chord progression without slash bass:
C - G - Am - Em - F - C - Dm - G
Canon chord progression with slash bass:
C - G/B - Am - Em/G - F - C/E - Dm - G
In a 4-beat measure divided into 16th notes, the rhythm of the piano keys would be as follows:
RH: 1ena 2ena 3ena 4ena
LH: 1ena 2ena 3ena 4ena
Learn to read notes on the staff and ledger lines, recognize notes from a through e and beyond, and use flexible fingering to prepare left-hand chords and right-hand melodies.
Learn slash chords, pairing a bass note with a right-hand chord using 161 patterns for left-hand accompaniment, and apply 161 or 151 options to major and minor chords.
Cadd9 = D
Dm add9 = E
Em add9 = F#
Fadd9 = G
Gadd9 = A
Am add9 = B
Bdim add9 = Db
7, 9, maj7, maj9 Examples:
Cadd9 = CEG D
Cmaj7 = CEG B
C7 = CEG Bb
Cmaj9 = CEG B D
C9 = CEG Bb D
Master chord inversions in C major, practicing root position and first to third inversions for C, G, and F major chords, to create smooth melodies and countermelodies.
Learn to apply the 4315 and 17521752 patterns in C major for pop piano accompaniment, and experiment with chords like F and a minor to color the music.
Learn right-hand notes in treble clef, read stave and ledger lines, and play f, g, a in C major from lead sheets.
Practice C, G, and D major scales with both hands, including F major with B-flat, using consistent fingering to build smooth technique and prepare for future dominant-based lessons.
Explore dynamic markings from piano to fortissimo, including mezzo piano and mezzo forte, plus crescendo and diminuendo. Learn roman numerals for chords and how they enable transposition to any key.
Explore common song structures by identifying sections like intro, verse, chorus, interlude, and outro, and recognize where pre-chorus and bridge may appear in different arrangements.
Explore chord substitution by replacing a major four with a minor two to shift mood, and practice cadences like two, five, one to end phrases in pop piano styles.
Learn how 6/8 groups six quaver beats into two dotted crotchet patterns, identifying crotchet, minim, quaver, and semiquaver, with accents on 1 and 4 and optional ghost notes.
LH: 1n 2n 3n 4n
Practice octave leaping by jumping on the third beat to the octave higher, then move the inversion and build from basic patterns toward advanced playing, Versace on the floor.
Master a left-hand accompaniment pattern that extends the one and five in slower or faster song versions, using the price tag example to apply a flexible tempo.
RH: 1n 2n 3n 4n
LH: as your preference
Learn a new left-hand broken-chord accompaniment pattern and integrate it with steady right-hand melody; explore chord tones, nine-note additions, and rhythm variations across songs.
master the key signature concepts for major scales, sharp and flat sequences, and the circle of fifths to transpose and accompany in any key.
Master key signatures and note reading by understanding treble and bass clefs, counting ledger lines, and identifying sharp and flat patterns in major keys.
Explore the 12 major key chords and how chords 1–7 form major, minor, and diminished triads. Practice inversions across keys like C, G, D, F, and B flat.
Explain major scale chords and the harmonic minor in A minor, including major chords on 1,4,5 and minor on 2,3,6 with 7 diminished.
Embark on an immersive journey into the essence of pop music with us, where precision and depth overrule volume, ensuring each lesson is not only concise but rich in content and easy to revisit. Our approach prioritizes quality, focusing intently on key aspects that make learning pop piano both effective and engaging. Discover the art of piano accompaniment and harmony, diving deep into chord progressions that are foundational to the pop genre. Our curriculum is designed with a sharp focus on practical methods, enabling immediate application of rhythms and genre-specific techniques that enrich your musical palette.
Experience the transformative power of playing by ear and detailed song analysis, skills that allow you to capture the essence of pop music intuitively. Composition and arrangement sessions are crafted to unleash your creative potential, guiding you through the process of creating captivating pop piano compositions. We emphasize diverse chord applications to enhance your musical expressions, offering innovative ways to utilize chords beyond conventional approaches.
Moreover, our unique take on sheet music-free improvisation invites you to explore the realms of spontaneous musical creation, liberating you from the confines of traditional sheet music. This focused, quality-driven journey into pop piano not only equips you with the skills needed for immediate application but also fosters a deep, lasting connection with music. Join us to master the art of pop piano, where every chord struck is a step towards realizing your musical aspirations.