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Category: Music Theory

Piano Keyboard Layout: A Helpful Guide for Beginners
Music, Music Theory, Piano

Piano Keyboard Layout: A Helpful Guide for Beginners

Did you know that understanding the piano keyboard layout is not as complicated as you might think?  As in the…
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November 21, 2020 / 0 Comments
Can You Pass This Basic Music Theory Quiz? Test Your Knowledge!
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Can You Pass This Basic Music Theory Quiz? Test Your Knowledge!

A knowledge of music theory is absolutely indispensable to musicians. For beginners, it can seem intimidating, but experienced musicians will…
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October 23, 2018 / 0 Comments
4 Painless Steps to Help You Learn Music Theory
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4 Painless Steps to Help You Learn Music Theory

Sure, music theory is complex -- but there's no need to fear it! Here, Jamaica Plain, MA teacher Noaa R. shares…
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December 3, 2014 / 0 Comments
Subdivision: The Easy Trick for Reading Rhythms Right
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Subdivision: The Easy Trick for Reading Rhythms Right

As you're learning to read music, you'll come across complex rhythms at some point. Here, Saint Augustine, FL music teacher Heather L. offers…
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November 26, 2014 / 2 Comments
6 Fun and Unique Ways to Learn Music Theory
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6 Fun and Unique Ways to Learn Music Theory

Staring at the Circle of Fifths and memorizing key signatures isn't the only way to learn music theory! Here, Brooklyn,…
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October 29, 2014 / 0 Comments
Why Learning Piano Theory is Important for All Musicians
Music, Music Theory, Piano

Why Learning Piano Theory is Important for All Musicians

Struggling to understand music theory? Try heading over to the piano -- seeing a visual representation can help a ton!…
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October 7, 2014 / 1 Comment
How to Prepare for Sight Reading at an Audition | 3 Helpful Tips
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How to Prepare for Sight Reading at an Audition | 3 Helpful Tips

Nervous about the sight reading portion of an upcoming audition? Find out how to work sight reading practice into your…
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October 5, 2014 / 0 Comments
How to Transition from Classical Pianist to Jazz Pianist
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How to Transition from Classical Pianist to Jazz Pianist

Piano music doesn't have to be all classical, all the time! Here's what you need to know about getting started…
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September 11, 2014 / 2 Comments
All in Order: Tricks for Identifying Key Signatures
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All in Order: Tricks for Identifying Key Signatures

What are the "keys" to identifying different key signatures? Read on for some great tips from Tucson, AZ teacher Lourdes…
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June 30, 2014 / 0 Comments

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