Ear Training – Interval Crash Course

Good reminder that I need to work more on this skill. Never was my strong suit, but I have definitely gotten rusty on hearing the inner voicings. Yannick had a good presentation.

usefull to find harmonies from known melodies

This course is different from the others so far in that Yannick presents information and skills that can't necessarily be assimilated quickly, like learning a short arrangement. This course takes more of a long view in getting the pianist to begin ear training as part of the daily routine. All the info in the the other lessons so far and to come can add a layer of ear training, so it doesn't have to add significant time to your practice, as you're already practicing what you do practice. The ability to analyze sounds,--chords, scales, etc,--does not come easily to me at all and so I've mostly avoided it until now, but Yannick makes a strong case that this skill is in fact important and needs to be actively attended to, even if it doesn't come easily at first, and most importantly, Yannick gives a great overview on how to approach ear training if you don't have experience. I'm ready to start listening harder and audiating (a great verb!).

This is the fifth course I have completed with PWJ in five months, and I am so impressed with the consistently high standard of teaching, progression, and incredible value. I am also delighted that despite being at the beginner level and Britsh, I quickly figured out The Star-Spangled Banner in lesson 6.Thank you, Yannick!

Learning how much it helps to hear what I want to play.