Flex Lessons/Piano Essentials: Level 1 (Start Here)

Piano Essentials: Level 1 (Start Here)

  • Course
  • 18 Lessons

This course is intended to provide you with the necessary musical skills to support piano study at the beginner level.

Contents

Course Overview

Module 1: The Basic Elements

In this module, you'll review all of the basics of music and take a quiz on the material. You'll also be introduced to a few helpful note reading exercises.

Reviewing the Basics - Part 1
Reviewing the Basics - Part 2
Quiz on "Reviewing the Basics"
Note Reading Exercises
Go forth, and practice!

Module 2: Understanding Rhythm

This module focuses on the basics of counting and using the metronome. You'll also learn about the best time in the learning process to use these important skills.

Counting Out Loud
Using the Metronome
Counting vs Using the Metronome

Module 3: Intervallic Reading

In this module, you'll learn how to recognize intervals in several different ways. This will develop your ability to read music intervallically in addition to recognizing note names.

Introduction to Intervals
Interval Identification
Interval Construction
Interval Ear Training

Module 4: Pentascales & Triads

This module introduces you to your first major technical routine for the piano. You'll continue practicing this routine until you are ready for Level 2 material.

Pentascales & Triads PDF
Introduction to Pentascales & Triads
Pentascales & Triads on White Keys
Pentascales & Triads on Black Keys
Preparing for Level 2