Learn how to play an F Melodic Minor scale. I take you through one octave, each hand separately and then together, and then we progress onto two octaves, separate hands first, followed by both hands together. 0:26 Introducing the Key Signature, raising the 6th and 7th notes by a semitone on the way up, and lowering …
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Accelerando Piano’s collection of short videos provides the essential tips and tricks to improve your piano playing skills. Whether you’re a beginner or more experienced player needing a little guidance, there’s something here for you.
Learn how to play an F Harmonic Minor scale. I take you through one octave, each hand separately and then together, and then we progress onto two octaves, separate hands first, followed by both hands together. 0:26 Introducing the Key Signature and raised 7th note1:26 Right Hand 1 Octave2:21 Left Hand 1 Octave2:43 Hands Together 1 …
In your musical exploration, you’ve probably come across phrases like “Every Good Boy Deserves Fruit” or “All Cow Eat Grass”. But do you know what they actually mean and how to apply them? These phrases are mnemonics and are designed to help you work out and remember the letter names of the notes. This tutorial covers all …
Personally, I would always recommend using an adjustable piano stool at the piano. However, if this is not an option and you’re using a swivel, office-style chair instead, here are a few of the “dos and don’ts” to help minimise discomfort and optimise your playing. This excerpt is taken from my longer tutorial “Sitting Pretty – …
About Jane
Jane Trotter is a professional piano teacher providing personalised, individual tuition both in-person and online.
With over 30 years of specialist knowledge, she teaches students ranging from beginners (both children and adults) to Diploma level.
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During the lockdown last year I found myself with a lot more time to practise piano, but wasn’t progressing as quickly as I would have liked through YouTube videos alone. Jane offered lessons through Skype, which is extremely helpful as I’m only in Dunedin during university semesters.
Despite doing a lot of the learning through a computer screen, the lessons were still extremely personable, and Jane is a very patient teacher who has advanced my playing further than I thought possible in a year. I’m feeling a lot more confident reading sheet music, and playing pieces I thought it would take me years of practise to attempt.
I highly recommend Jane to anyone in Dunedin, or otherwise, as the lessons through Skype are equally as helpful and rewarding as those in person.
James Nicholls
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