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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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Back to Basics
I enjoyed going back to basics.
Introduction to the keyboard
Great course for beginners.
Excellent Foundation
I really like Jonny's overall positive attitude and his constant reminder to experiment once a concept in introduced. The idea of thinking in various styles I consider a very sophisticated thought to tell even those new to piano. I am reviewing all courses up to my Level 5 and correcting weakness while I confirm my foundations.
The fundamentals made enjoyable
I decided to return to basics, so unlearning bad habits and installing good ones is challenging; however, following the recommended path by the PWJ team has made a difficult job not only possible but enjoyable. Extremely well structured, easy to follow and top-class tuition. As the opening course, it promises a great year of learning piano to a reasonable level.
good help in putting theory in practice
led me trough some improvement. A little of a beneficial stepback that highlighted some bad habits, like posture and hand/finger position

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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Back to Basics
I enjoyed going back to basics.
Introduction to the keyboard
Great course for beginners.
Excellent Foundation
I really like Jonny's overall positive attitude and his constant reminder to experiment once a concept in introduced. The idea of thinking in various styles I consider a very sophisticated thought to tell even those new to piano. I am reviewing all courses up to my Level 5 and correcting weakness while I confirm my foundations.
The fundamentals made enjoyable
I decided to return to basics, so unlearning bad habits and installing good ones is challenging; however, following the recommended path by the PWJ team has made a difficult job not only possible but enjoyable. Extremely well structured, easy to follow and top-class tuition. As the opening course, it promises a great year of learning piano to a reasonable level.
good help in putting theory in practice
led me trough some improvement. A little of a beneficial stepback that highlighted some bad habits, like posture and hand/finger position
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