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Introduction to the Keyboard

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Instructor
Jonny May
Course
Beginner
04:41:13

Complete Beginners, welcome to your first piano course, the Introduction to the Keyboard. You’ll learn note names, proper technique, stretches, exercises, note/chord reading, improv, & more.

Course Objectives
  • Learn All the Essentials You Need to Get Started at the Piano
  • Explore the Note Names, Pedals, & Technique
  • Learn 10 Valuable Exercises, 5 Songs, & Grooves
  • Discover How to Practice Effectively
Learning Focus
  • Exercises
  • Groove
  • Reading
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Johnny’s First Course
I got a lot of knowledge out of this first course. I actually learned to play two songs by memory, something I had not been able to do previously. I also improved my note recognition especially in the left hand which I had some trouble with. The finger exercises too are a great help for speed and coordination.
Fun and inspiring
Thank you so much for structuring the lessons in a fun, reinforcing learning and inspiring manner. I really appreciate the encouragement in playing in my own styles (even though is non-existent at this point (LOL), I love the encouragement on very types of groove! Jonny,you are the best..
Enjoyed this course
This course has given me direction and the recognition that it’s taken 18 months of practice to become a beginner 😳
Well presented
I wasn’t sure my exact skill level. I was a bit beyond this, however excellent lessons and picked up useful tips. Also got a feel for how the lessons work.
Back to square one
I had organ lessons as a child and only learned chords on my left hand. I decided to start at the beginning and am really surprised that I'm learning new stuff!

Course Lessons

1
Introduction to the Keyboard – Lesson 1
19:10

The First Groove, & Keyboard Layout

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2
Introduction to the Keyboard – Lesson 2
21:15

Note Names of White and Black Keys

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3
Introduction to the Keyboard – Lesson 3
18:01

Finger Numbers, Posture, Hand Position

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4
Introduction to the Keyboard – Lesson 4
07:53

Stretches and Finger Warm-Ups

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5
Introduction to the Keyboard – Lesson 5
36:37

C Position, Fingering, Common Note Values

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6
Introduction to the Keyboard – Lesson 6
37:55

Exercises 1 & 2, Ode to Joy, Jazz Style

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7
Introduction to the Keyboard – Lesson 7
33:43

Exercises 3 & 4, Mary Had a Little Lamb, Latin Style

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8
Introduction to the Keyboard – Lesson 8
27:23

Exercises 5 & 6,  William Jonathan, Jazz Ballad

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9
Introduction to the Keyboard – Lesson 9
28:25

Exercises 7 & 8, I’ll Be There, Pop Style

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10
Introduction to the Keyboard – Lesson 10
39:02

Exercises 9 & 10, Twinkle Twinkle, Blues

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11
Introduction to the Keyboard – Lesson 11
11:49

How to Practice

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Featured Reviews

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Johnny’s First Course
I got a lot of knowledge out of this first course. I actually learned to play two songs by memory, something I had not been able to do previously. I also improved my note recognition especially in the left hand which I had some trouble with. The finger exercises too are a great help for speed and coordination.
Fun and inspiring
Thank you so much for structuring the lessons in a fun, reinforcing learning and inspiring manner. I really appreciate the encouragement in playing in my own styles (even though is non-existent at this point (LOL), I love the encouragement on very types of groove! Jonny,you are the best..
Enjoyed this course
This course has given me direction and the recognition that it’s taken 18 months of practice to become a beginner 😳
Well presented
I wasn’t sure my exact skill level. I was a bit beyond this, however excellent lessons and picked up useful tips. Also got a feel for how the lessons work.
Back to square one
I had organ lessons as a child and only learned chords on my left hand. I decided to start at the beginning and am really surprised that I'm learning new stuff!
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