Lesson 2 of 21PianoBeginner

Making the most of the live video lessons

0:53

Andrew reminds you that purchasing this course entitles you to two 25 minute, 1-on-1 video lessons with Andrew Quartermain. We suggest you get started on the video lessons, and when you are ready to take on the 'Getting Started Challenge' (lesson 6), you get in touch to arrange your first video lesson.

Email info@musicgurus.com to arrange your video lesson with Andrew.

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21 lessons (1h 8m) · 1 free

- 01. Welcome, and where we're headed
  3:45
- 02. Making the most of the live video lessons
  You are here
  0:53
- 01. Getting comfortable - Hand position
  1:54
- 02. Pulse & Phrase - the essential ingredients
  Free lesson
  4:16
- 03. Reversing the hands
  4:31
- 04. Taking it to the black keys
  2:30
- 05. The getting started challenge
  2:23
- 06. Reminder to book live video lesson
  0:29
- 01. Extending range
  5:42
- 02. Varying pulse
  1:31
- 03. Exploring melody
  3:13
- 04. Deepening texture
  4:28
- 05. Introducing the pedals
  3:11
- 06. The Setting Sail Challenge
  3:15
- 01. Articulation
  3:11
- 02. Dynamics
  5:15
- 03. Regions of the piano & the Performance Challenge
  5:41
- 04. Progressing to repertoire
  4:10
- 01. Using these techniques when playing with other pianists and musicians
  2:42
- 02. How to use the backing tracks
  2:42
- 01. Takeaways, next steps and sharing your improvisations
  2:38

Lesson transcript

Welcome to the Piano Course!

Before we get started, I want to share some important information about this course:

Personal Video Lessons: This course includes two live personal video lessons with me from our headquarters at the Pro Quarter Music School.

Lesson Details

First Lesson:
- This will be a chance for me to give you feedback as you embark on this course, regardless of your skill level, whether you're a beginner pianist or advanced, and everything in between.
Second Lesson:
- This session will focus on working with you to set you up for what I hope will be a very exciting future in your piano journey.