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How can I begin to learn improvisation when I am dependent on reading the notes?
from Piano Teacher on 4/29/2014 to Piano Improvisation
To a pianist who is traditionally trained in only note reading, the thought of improvisation brings uncertainty, not to mention sweaty palms. Improvisation can be intimidating. Visual learners need to see the notes on the page. It is hard to let go of the security of seeing the notes.
Here are two rules and one practical tip that can help a traditionally trained pianist step into learning the skill of improvisation.
- Rule 1: Give yourself freedom to experiment. Relax with the idea that you can create your own music. To create a simple improvisation, use your knowledge of chords to let the notes flow from your fingers. If you aren’t familiar with chord structure, use a simple 1-3-5 chord (In the key of G, it would be G-B-D), occasionally inverting it to 3-5-1 (B-D-G) or 5-1-3 (D-G-B). Try playing variations and inversions of simple chords.
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