Wednesday, December 18, 2013

A Simple Introduction To Piano Chords

By Leanne Goff


Learning how to master the piano takes time. In order to fully master the instrument it can take years of practise. One way to make the process a bit easier is to learn more about piano chords and how they work in order to be more comfortable with playing them.

In simple terms each chord is made of three or more notes. If you only use two notes this is what is known as an interval. Before you play a chord it helps to learn how to play intervals. Once you have practised this and the scale of notes this then becomes a lot easier.

It is also worth noting that after you have learned each individual chord it then becomes easier to play the instrument in general. In order to play them effectively it helps to know where each individual key is on the piano. The first key to look for is the middle C, the white key roughly in the middle.

A lot of chords are played in what is known as the major key. Therefore when you are asked to play a tune and they say it is an A or another note then it is in a major key. If it is played using a black key then it will be known as a sharp or a flat depending on the type of black key you play.

Another thing to check is the tone. A lot of the time you will play the chord in a major key. This is generally considered the more upbeat form of note and therefore it tends to be featured in a lot of music. Indeed a lot of hit songs will have a major key change as part of its structure.

The minor key is not inferior despite what the name suggests! Minor in this case refers to a more downbeat style of music. If you have a more introspective style of song then it is more likely to be played in a minor key. It is interesting listening to a song that is played in a major key played in minor as it completely changes the tone.

Developing your skills can become easier with the right tutor. They can guide you so you learn at your own pace. You can also use video tutorials and guides online to further practise and develop in between lessons. A mixture of resources will often make it easier to practise and get more confident playing your instrument. While it can seem daunting at first being able to repeat and practise over and over again will make playing more intuitive.

There are a lot of tutorials available both online and through professionals. You can also find books that include piano chords that offer a guide to the notes that make up songs. A mixture of resources will often make it easier to develop your skills. Another way to keep yourself motivated is to find songs you like to play as this will make practising less of a chore. Furthermore it is the chance to show off the fact you can play your favourite song!




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