How to Play Staccato on the Piano (A Simple Technique Tip)
Learn a staccato piano technique with a crisp attack and short notes. Jason Zac demonstrates an inward finger flick on D-minor chords, then applies it to octaves and melody. Nathaniel conducts classes on Piano, Guitar, Vocals, Bass and other instruments along with Music Production. You can learn over 4 months, 8 months or 12 months. To learn more, please reach us at 7760456847 or write to us at music@nathanielschool.com Jason Zac demonstrates how he plays staccato by moving the fingers towards the hand, including practice with the ring and little fingers. Check us out on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nathanielmusic Website: http://www.nathanielschool.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/music_method YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/nathanielschool Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nathanielschool #StaccatoPiano #PianoTechnique #PianoTips Chapters 00:00 Staccato piano technique 00:32 Introduction to the technique 00:47 Staccato: attack and short sustain 01:22 Avoid lifting a stiff arm 01:50 Flick the fingers towards the hand 02:17 D minor chord demonstration 02:51 Include the little and ring fingers 03:15 Recap and octave application 03:47 Closing practice advice
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