Lesson 2: Coordination - Review

  1. Coordination P.1
    • Identify each note in the piece.
  2. Coordination P.2
    • Identify each corresponding key on the piano.
  3. Coordination P.3
    • Examine the rhythm (look at Time Signature and beat value of each note).
  4. Coordination P.4
    • Play the piece.
  5. Coordination P.5
    • The animation shows you how to play the sample piece.
  6. Tips & Guidelines
    • Don't look at the keyboard when reading music.
    • Keep different fingers on different keys.
    • Play with one hand first, then switch, then play with both hands.

Practice Suggestions

  1. Practice some simple melodies (some are found in the next section).
  2. Follow the above steps.
  3. Play with one hand first, then switch.
  4. Don't feel frustrated! Relax. If you still can't play the piece, put it down, then play again the next day.

Next Section: In the next section, we will practice on the piano with sample pieces.

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