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Kanye West Medley piano cover By David Sides

admin — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 07:01:28 +0000

Kanye West Medley piano cover By David Sides

www.myspace.com/davidsides

R.I.P Donda West

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Rette Mich(Piano)- Tokio Hotel

admin — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:58:35 +0000

mk13Rain version Rette Mich.
I learn by listening to the song.
Sorry I don’t have the notes.

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Brain Food: 7 Ways Piano Playing Benefits Your Brain

admin — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 07:49:51 +0000

If you’re looking for a perfect way to keep your mind sharp, piano playing is the solution. It exercises several different parts of the mind and body, while providing you with years of musical enjoyment. Whether you play piano currently or are thinking about starting, playing piano is great brain food.

Our population is aging. People are living longer lives, and they are constantly looking for brain food to keep their mental prowess in peak condition. One of the best ways to keep those hamsters running might be sitting in the corner of your living room gathering dust. That old piano of grandma’s has more than its share of brain teasers. Here are 7 benefits of learning to play the piano:

1.Piano playing increases coordination. In order to play piano, your hands must develop independent coordination. This is one of the basic ways to keep your mind sharp. Each hand must often perform entirely different movements, and the brain must tell each hand what to do. By learning separate hand coordination, you stimulate several different areas of the brain. Practice each hand separately, and then combine the movements of each hand.

2. Piano playing increases hearing awareness. Not everyone is born with a good sense of pitch, but people can develop it through exposure and practice. When you play piano, you train your ear to hear pitches and tones in relation to one another. This makes developing a sense of relative pitch possible. Intervals stimulate your mind in slightly different ways. A perfect fifth will cause one reaction in your brain, while a seventh will cause an entirely separate reaction. This trains the mind to recognize pitches and intervals, even if beneath the level of the concious mind.

3. Sight reading offers the brain another workout, as the eyes must follow the music while the hands play it. The ability to sight read is similar to knowing a foreign language, yet also requires extreme hand-eye coordination. The eye muscles are also strengthened as they move up and down the staff across the page.

4.The analysis of musical passages and learning the theory involved is another mental exercise when you play piano. It’s brain food at its finest. Chords, melodies, and changes are all rooted in complex musical theory. It pays dividends to learn and understand how music is put together.

5. Piano playing increases social participation. When you play piano in the presence of others, you are participating in a valuable social exercise. History is filled with participants and spectators in the world of music. You have the ability to make others’ time more enjoyable. You also meet other musicians who can share knowledge with you, expanding your understanding of the piano.

6. Proper piano playing, whether done for leisure or profession, keeps the fingers nimble. It strengthens all the muscles of the hands, which helps in other lines of work. A maintenance man with strong hands is more valuable than one with weak digits.

7. Besides all this, piano playing is great fun. It lets you create your own tune for the day. The piano has provided society with over a hundred years of enjoyment and will do so for hundreds more. It’s not only an instrument; it’s a social communication tool and a brain exercise, as well.

Play piano for your brain. It’s lot more fun than Sudoku, and it’s great at parties.

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Piano Lesson: Practicing Tips For The Performer

admin — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 10:49:09 +0000

Can your practice to become a better performer? What then can be practiced? Let us see what you can do to feel at ease when someone asks you to play the piano!

How to practice performing

In order to learn to play the piano in front of an audience it is a good thing to practice the different aspects of making a successful piano performance. A piano performance consists of playing a piece of music in a musical way without mistakes, and if mistakes occur to minimize the effects of these mistakes. It also concists of meeting an audience and enjoying the experience of seeing real people looking at you and hearing you play.

1. A musical performance. In order to perform a piece of piano music in a musical way it is a good thing to practice this way in the initial steps of the learning process. Probably you will need to practice a difficult piano piece step by step. Let all these musical passages be played and repeated the same musical way you want them to be performed once you have mastered the piano piece.

2. Avoiding mistakes. Of course you want to play the music you practice without mistakes when you will end up playing in front of an audience. I strongly urge you to play the passages of the musical piece you practice with much concentration, focusing on small segments of the piece at a time and very slowly at first avoiding to make mistakes. The more mistakes you make as you practice a piece of music, the more mistakes you tend to make as you perform.

3. Minimize the effects of a mistake. In order to feel confident once you are on stage you need to know that you can handle a mistake. This makes for another way of practicing that is aimed at making you prepared to perform. This way of practicing consists of playing a piece of music from beginning to end as you would perform it in front of an audience. This could be a good way to end a practice session as you play throught the passages you have mastered.

4. Practice performing. In order to minimize stage fright and feeling inadequate when it comes to the actual performance in front of an audience you can do much to simulate the various aspects of a piano performance. If you know how to handle the steps of a performance beforehand you can better concentrate on making a musical performance.

If you do not want to involve too many people you can anyway practice the art of performing in the comfort of your own home. You might as well enter the room where you are going to play your piano the way you would enter a stage in front of an audience thinking about your facial expressions and your relaxation. Practice the way you will react seeing the people, hearing the applauses and cheerings. Learn to relax, smile, bow in front of the public and sit down at the piano and then concentrate completely on giving the audience a great musical experience.

As you start to play the piece of music, try to focus entirely on creating great music. If you make a mistake, try to keep up the tempo and play on with no facial expression revealing the mistake and enforcing the effects of it. You could play for an audience consisting of one person, a teddy bear or some sort of recording equipment to create an inspiring and a challenging environment. As you have completed your performance you can practice meeting the audience, smiling, bowing, showing gratitude for their reactions and finally leave the room in a appropriate manner.

The important thing with these exercises is that you can simulate the actual situation of playing in front of real people and have a feeling that you know how to react to the challenge of meeting real people.

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Taking Care of Your Piano

admin — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 08:06:19 +0000

A piano in the home is an investment. It truly can bring many happy returns to each and every family member. There’s nothing like a home filled with music. In order to get the most out of your investment, your piano should get the kind of care it deserves. Hiring a quality piano tuner/technician to provide regular maintenance to your piano can definitely help you to avoid huge expenses for the need for major repairs that would have otherwise been unnecessary.

Your piano is highly susceptible to changes in climate. Remember, a piano is constructed of mostly wood, from its largest structural components to its smallest intricate mechanical parts. As we know, wood expands and contracts with extreme changes in temperature. As a result, your piano’s quality of tone, intonation, and action are affected.

There are a few things you can do to help minimize these kinds of effects on your piano. One important thing is to place your piano near an inside wall as opposed to an outside wall (especially an outside wall that has doors or windows that are opened often). Direct sunlight can have a negative effect on your piano, as can heating vents and air conditioners. Also, avoid placing your piano near a fireplace.

When it comes to having your piano serviced, the frequency can depend on a variety of factors, including the climatic environment of your home, how often your piano is played, the condition of your piano, and its construction. It is highly advisable to hire a qualified professional who can both tune your piano as well as service other technical aspects of your piano, as you will need to have its action regulated as well as have other minor technical problems corrected and others avoided with the right kind of preventative maintenance. Generally, a piano should be tuned between 1 to three times per year (at least once), and other service usually less often. But, again, it depends on your piano’s particular situation.

Aesthetically, a piano can bring much beauty to a home. But, remember, “out of sight, out of mind” is not a good rule to adhere to when it comes to the interior of your piano. Give it the kind of attention it needs, and it truly will return the favor by bringing you many years of enjoyment.

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See How your Kids Can be Smarter With Piano Lessons

admin — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:56:09 +0000

There are many and varied reasons to have piano lessons. It is a beautiful instrument with a beautiful look and a beautiful sound. It can be a soloist’s instrument or a group instrument. It sharpens the mind and body. The gift of music is therapeutic. There are many careers that require piano skills. The list goes on and on.

1.One quality that the piano and not many other instruments share, is that you can play more than one note at a time. It is polyphonic. Thus, unlike instruments like the flute or violin, you can play pieces with complex and rich harmonies when playing alone. That makes the piano a dynamic solo instrument. At the same time, the piano sounds beautiful accompanying other instruments. So, whether you are introverted or extroverted, the piano will suit your style.

2. Playing the piano also develops a high level of manual dexterity. While it may seem very simple to just push the keys, learning to perform complex pieces with precision AND emotion needs a little time and a very human touch. It has also been noted that co-ordination skills increase when you have piano lessons.

3.Research has shown that children who have had piano lessons do far better in scholastically than their fellow students. Not only are their artistic and musical skills above the norm, but also their language and mathematics skills are also improved. While this benefit is sometimes difficult to measure, piano students also receive a very tangible benefit. Many high schools are recognizing the achievements that children make in piano and reward them with high school credits when they pass certain grade levels. (In Alberta, Canada, passing a recognized piano exam level/grade 6, 7, and 8 is worth 5 credits each for a total of 15. When you consider the fact that one needs only 100 credits to graduate high school, this is a huge recognition)

4.Pianists also learn some basics in posture which can reap huge rewards. For one thing, the basic hand position required for the piano is also the one required for the typewriter/keyboard. Considering how vital the computer is these days, learning this technique is invaluable. With the proper hand position, one can avoid carpal tunnel syndrome that is plaguing our modern-day offices now that computers are being used so extensively. At the very least, the basic concept of sitting tall in a chair will help with basic posture and back pains.

5. Anyone aspiring to be an orchestral or choral conductor is required to study the piano. Learning the piano trains the pianist to understand and hear the interplay of the various harmonic lines in each piece of music. This is a vital skill for a conductor who must hear and guide all the instruments of his/her orchestra and voices in his/her choir. If you go to colleges which teach music, or if you are applying towards a degree in music or you want to learn to master an instrument at a university it is necessary to take a year or more of piano. Piano is a really good music classroom teaching tool and is the key and basis to learning music theory.

6.Since the piano differs from the guitar or wind instruments (in which the person usually memorizes finger paterns) the piano uses both hemispheres of the brain, requiring your ten fingers to be controlled independently! This might sound hard but with practice and time you’ll be able to even do more than one thing simultaneously. A piano player who decides to play drums, if skilled enough can pick them up more easily than someone who hasn’t had the experience to play such instrument.

7.There are many jobs and careers for people who have had piano lessons. One can be the piano player in a lounge, on a cruise ship, in a church (mass, weddings, funerals), or in a band. One can be an instructor with a college or university or teach out of a home studio. One can accompanying vocalists, choirs, violinists, and others as they perform for competition or for an audience. One can compose movie scores or commercial jingles or orchestral pieces.

8.The ability to play a musical instrument and to express one’s self with a musical instrument is very healthy and therapeutic. Stresses can melt away. The piano is always there, ready for you to pour out your soul. It is a most patient and agreeable companion. If you’re upset, go ahead and thunder away on the keyboard. And when you’re done and feeling better, go ahead and pick up a more languid or cheerful piece.

The Internet is the best way to find good piano lessons (no geographical barriers/ no re-occurring fees and no stranger in your house). The best piano lesson learning tool that I have found is here.

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Digital Pianos – The Advantages, The Disadvantages And What To Look For

admin — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 21:33:36 +0000

Pianos, for beginning musicians, are one of the essential, first instruments to learn. Just about every type and style of music can be played on a piano. This gives a student a wide variety to choose from and learn from when starting out.

For many students, however, purchasing a traditional piano can be a little out of their budget and they can be quite large. This makes it difficult for someone in a small living space to find room for them. There are other alternatives, such as a digital piano. This is one space saving option. A digital piano comes with the feel of a regular piano but takes up considerably less space. There are also smaller versions for those just beginning.

Types of Pianos

There are a wide variety of digital pianos. Digital pianos range from small keyboards with minimal options like volume and on/off and nothing else to larger digital pianos that can handle remixes and allow synthesized playing, as well as everything in between. There are plenty of different makes, models and variety so that a student can get exactly that he or she needs.

The Advantages of a digital piano

There are a number of advantages of a digital piano that you won’t find with traditional ones. First, of course, is the fact that a digital piano can be a real space saver. It also has the features of volume control and usually comes with a place to put a set of ear phones in. This is great with small apartments or if you want to play without any background noises. It also keeps the piano from being a distraction.

Digital pianos also come with the added benefit, in some models, of allowing you to save your music directly from the machine, either to its internal memory or an external data storage media. Digital pianos often come with additional instrument sounds. This allows you to experiment with different sounds without having to get the different instruments. Another useful feature is that digital pianos, because of their smaller size, are easily transportable.

Disadvantages of a digital piano

There are some disadvantages of having a digital piano. The first and major one is that the sound will always be electronic and never sound as good as the real thing. The value decreases rapidly because every few years a new model comes out. Compared to a real piano, a digital piano’s keys have a lighter touch and a different balance, sometimes making transitioning from digital to real and vice versa, more difficult.

The case for a digital piano can be easily damaged and expensive to repair. So extra care has to be given when moving it around. A digital piano is an electronic device. Like all electronic devices, if something breaks, it can be impossible or very costly to repair.

What to look for when buying a digital piano

When looking to purchase a digital piano there are a few things that need to be considered. First, take a look realistically at what you are going to need and what features you are going to use. There is no reason to spend extra money on a set of features you’ll never touch. So it’s a good idea to figure out what features you are really going to use.

Depending on the type of student you are, you may want to consider features that offer you a full keyboard range or offer a variety of instrument types in order to allow for experimentation. Also, you might want to consider music saving features, so that you can record the music you make for classes. It’s also a good idea to check out the warranty of the digital piano. Most come with limited warranties and only for a short time. If you know you might be hard on your digital piano, getting a digital piano with a longer and more extensive warranty might be something to look into.

Conclusion

Digital pianos are a great way to bring the music of a piano into your home at less expense. They are also great for students to be able to learn on especially with their space saving options and easy transportability. Make sure you know the features you need from your digital piano before you purchase. This is to make sure you get the digital piano that is just right for you.

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5 Tips For Piano Moving

admin — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 20:25:00 +0000

Since pianos are very fragile and vulnerable to scratches, you need to make sure that movers care about the safety in moving the instrument just as much as you would. You want a piano mover who can take care of it from the moment it leaves your place to your desired destination.

You want a piano mover who is also capable of hoisting the piano in a safe way if the piano size does not fit through your door or stairway. This usually takes several strong people to accomplish this task. The piano should be covered with protective blankets so that scratches can be prevented.

An important factor to keep in mind is the exact measurements of the piano. Professional piano movers should want to know this before they state you a quote and to assess the home situation. This should be clear before moving to avoid any delays on the day of moving.

If you don’t know the exact measurement, you need to contact your choice company so that they can send a member of their team out to accurately measure it for you. If you plan on moving the instrument yourself using moving pods then all you need to know is making sure you can get it out of your home safely.

If you plan on using door to door movers you’re kind of in the same situation if moving an upright piano from room to room or house to house. You need to be able to trust the integrity of the mover. It really is a good idea to interview the movers to get a feel for how long they have been in the business.

Again, to finalize suggestions to keep your prized possession from getting unnecessary dents and scratches if you’re not the one doing the hauling and transporting is to make sure that the piano movers you choose are the assigned team which should consist of four movers.

The ideal location for the movers would be positioned at each end of the piano. There should be two at each end of the piano. Make sure that you let no one other than the assigned piano mover’s touch the piano at all times for the safety and liability of the movers.

The ultimate tip is to make sure the helpers are wearing work gloves to protect their hands. If you are the one going to move your piano make sure that you wear them as well.

This is a rule for anyone involved in the moving process. Whether you’re utilizing a moving pod, professional piano movers or using a door to door service.

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Online Piano Lesson Reviews – Taking The Confusion Out Of Finding A Training Program For You

admin — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 07:03:16 +0000

The purpose of any good online piano lesson reviews is to help you separate high quality piano training programs from down right scams. Can piano training programs really teach you to play piano at home like a pro? Can anyone use them? The answer to both questions is “yes”!

You need to be aware of several things, however. Although the majority of courses and programs are quite legitimate, there are some scams out there. Also, while many programs are excellent, some promise you the world and don’t come close to delivering it.

There are piano training programs available for every level of musical ability and every age. Never seen a piano before? There are many programs designed for total novices. Want to teach your child to play? There are plenty of programs designed just for children. Even if you are a professional pianist, there is something out there that will improve your playing.

What Is A Good Program?

Good piano training programs are made up of many facets, and may contain different things, depending on the skill and age level they’re designed for and the training method they use. But, all quality programs will have some things in common.

A high quality training program should:

-Let you learn at your own pace

-Show you how to keep improving your skills

-Include basic ear training

-Teach you piano notation AND “play by ear” techniques

-Provide tips for ensemble play and jamming

-Be clear and flow logically

-Keep you interested

-Offer a money back guarantee

There are many products out there that are not worth your time or money and some that are just plain ripping you off. Bad products also have similar qualities in common with each other.

A bad training program will:

-Try to make you rush through the material

-Only teach you novice material

-Promise that you will play like a pro overnight

-Only teach you to memorize songs

-Be unclear, confusing, or poorly produced

-Be boring

How to Find One – Do Your Own Piano Lesson Reviews

With all the programs out there, telling the good from the bad can be difficult. Sometimes bad products have great ads. So, how do you avoid being swindled?

The first and most important thing to do is research. Read piano lesson reviews of the training programs that you’re interested in. There are many on the Web. Find out what other customers thought about that product. Find out what professional reviewers thought, as well.

Does the product exhibit the signs of high quality training programs? Did it get good reviews? Were other customers happy with their purchase of it? If so, then chances are high that it is a good product. If not, find out why people didn’t like it. Think about whether their reasons are likely to apply to you.

Research is the most important step in the buying process.

Conclusion

Remember, no matter what your specific needs are, chances are good that there is a piano playing program out there for you. But don’t just take our word on it – do your own research and create your own piano lesson reviews!

What works for someone else may not be right for you. When you find the right program, keep at it and pretty soon your piano playing skills will amaze you.

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Nightwish – Ever Dream – Piano Version

admin — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 05:09:02 +0000

This is a piano version of Ever Dream from Nightwish (Original song by Tuomas Holopainen).

I really love this song (Like many people who like Nightwish) so I decided to put it into a piano version but I had some problems, especially for the Guitar Solo…
It took me many times to arrange it like I wanted, hope you’ll like it !!

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