“Do re mi fa so la ti da” is an instantly recognizable refrain. This is especially true if you have ever watched “The Sound of Music”. This is an example of solfege patterns being used to help teach a musical scale. For most musicians who take up an instrument, one of the first things you …
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Musical terms refer to the specific words and phrases used to describe and identify various musical concepts, techniques, and elements. By understanding musical terms relating to tempo, volume, tonality, and many other topics, you will be able to properly read and perform sheet music, convey the intended emotions and moods of the music, and collaborate …
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This guide will delve into various reharmonization techniques. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, this guide aims to enhance your understanding and application of reharmonization in music. By the end of this guide, you’ll have a solid foundation in reharmonization techniques, empowering you to explore and innovate in your musical journey. What is …
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In the realm of musical instruments, few captivate the imagination and defy categorization quite like the piano. Its sonorous melodies and thunderous chords prompt a question that echoes through concert halls and music studios alike: is the piano a stringed instrument or a percussion instrument? In the symphony of classifications, the piano occupies a unique …
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Musical forms are fundamental to understanding the architecture of music. They are, in essence, the blueprints of a composition, outlining how a piece of music is constructed. Think of musical forms as the skeletal framework around which melodies, harmonies, and rhythms are draped. This structure not only gives a piece its shape and character but …
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Discover our new Android home screen that makes your learning experience with Skoove more personalised, easier and fun than ever before. Let’s explore what’s new: Clearer learning journey Learning to play piano can sometimes be overwhelming, so we’ve made it easier to follow a clear lesson plan curated by our experienced teachers. Now you will …
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Up until recently, the only way to learn tactile skills like the piano was to sign up for a local course or hire a private teacher. But nowadays, it seems that learning any new skill is something that everyone prefers to do in the privacy of their own homes as a post-work relaxation activity. Here are …
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What is the latest impact that technology has had in your daily life? Of course, I am not talking about the raise of the internet or the growing adoption of mobile phones or any of this big trends. I mean things that really make a difference in your daily life thanks to recent technology developments. …
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Learning to play the piano can be a fun and invigorating exercise for your mind. However, many of us soon come across a period where we just cannot improve our playing skills no matter how hard we try. This is what we call a learning plateau. Whether it is our work or our personal life, …
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For Mother’s Day, it is common to give your mom a cute card or some flowers and chocolates. But this year think about making a personal and uplifting program of songs you can play that your mom would enjoy. If you decide that part of your gift to your mom this year is to play …
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This month the ‘King Of Pop’, Michael Jackson, would have become 60 years of age. Dearly missed, not only his fans will remember and celebrate his outstanding talent on this occasion. We at Skoove honour Michael with an arrangement of one of his super hits: Heal the World. In this blog I will teach you …
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With Skoove‘s new Blues & Boogie Woogie course you can learn to improvise on the piano and create your own scales. Today most prominent early Blues music you’ll find addressed to Mississippi John Hurt (1892-1966), Charley Patton (died 1938), Robert Johnson (1911-1938) or Muddy Waters (1913-1983). There is still plenty of unacknowledged talent in Blues. …
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