Play Piano Chords With Better Dynamics and a Relaxed Wrist
Practise repeated piano chords with wrist movement, accents and dynamics. Jason Zac compares rigid pressing with a looser motion, then demonstrates rhythmic chord patterns. 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 compares rigid chord pressing with a looser wrist movement, then practises accents and dynamics in repeated-chord patterns. The large bounce is an introductory demonstration; he asks you to make the motion smaller as you practise. Historical course announcement (2014): keyboard/piano lessons were offered through the Music Method course, with a batch beginning on May 24th. Original contact: 9986477804. Website: http://nathanielschool.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nathanielmusic Twitter: https://twitter.com/music_method Sound cloud: https://soundcloud.com/nathanielschool #PianoPosture #PianoDynamics #ChordPlaying Chapters 00:00 Chord-playing endurance and dynamics 00:36 Chord playing, endurance and dynamics 01:19 Hold the Line example 02:57 Compare the tense hand movement 03:59 Use a moving wrist 04:29 Bring out the chord accents 05:16 Practise with a relaxed hand 06:18 Apply the technique to the chord progression 07:50 Recap and practice suggestions
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