About this course
Keyboard
Familiarity
o Understand the layout of keys: white keys (natural
notes) and black keys (sharps and flats).
o Learn the pattern of octaves and key groupings.
Basic
Music Theory
o Introduction to scales (major and minor).
o Understanding chords, intervals, and arpeggios.
o Learn the Circle of Fifths and its application.
Proper
Posture and Hand Position
o Sit at the keyboard with a relaxed posture.
o Position hands correctly with fingers curved and
wrists relaxed.
Reading
Sheet Music
o Learn to read musical notation: staff, clefs (treble
and bass), and time signatures.
o Practice note recognition and rhythm counting.
Scales
and Finger Exercises
o Practice major and minor scales to improve finger
strength and dexterity.
o Use exercises like Hanon or Czerny for coordination.
Basic
Playing Techniques
o Master simple melodies and progressions.
o Practice legato (smooth playing) and staccato (short
and detached).
Chords
and Progressions
o Learn basic chords: major, minor, diminished, and
augmented.
o Practice common chord progressions like I-IV-V-I.
Tempo
and Rhythm Practice
o Use a metronome to maintain a steady beat.
o Explore various time signatures and syncopation.
Playing
by Ear
o Develop the ability to identify melodies and harmonies
by listening.
o Experiment with improvisation and creating your own
tunes.
Song
Repertoire
- Start with simple Western songs and gradually
increase complexity. - Work on dynamics, expression, and phrasing.
Performance
Skills
- Practice performing for an audience to build
confidence. - Learn to manage stage fright and develop
showmanship.
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Understand the layout of keys: white keys (natural notes) and black keys (sharps and flats).
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