When I was young I took piano lessons. They were expensive, but my parents knew I wanted to learn the piano so they were more than willing to sacrifice other things so I could achieve my desire to play. My daughter has been intrigued with instruments this year. From the guitar to the ukulele to the piano, she is wanting to learn them all. I was happy to receive and review the Music & Creativity - Foundation Course from Simply Music. This is a free online course to help you or your child learn the basics of playing the piano.
So you are probably wondering what makes these lessons differ from others out there. I have to say it is the approach that Neil Moore takes on teaching the piano. He is known for the 'playing-based' learning technique. Neil is an Australian music educator who wants everyone to be able to learn and play the piano. That is one reason he offers these lessons mentioned above for FREE!
The Music & Creativity - Foundation Course includes reference materials, soundtracks and 19 lessons. The lessons are:
- The Basics
- Learning Strategy -Learn Slowly , Small Doses, & Control the Events
- "Dreams Come True"
- Improvising Eliza
- Learning Strategy- What to Play/How to Play
- "Christowel"
- Learning Strategy- Using the Pedal
- "Black is Blue"
- Accompaniment - "Dreams Come True"
- "Night Storm"
- "Deep Valley" & "Dark Valley"
- "For Augus"
- "Ode to Joy"
- Accompaniment - "Happy Birthday"
- "Hunter's Blues"
- Accompaniment - "Honey Dew"
- "Blue Jay"
Within just a couple of lessons, you will be playing songs! You will feel such a sense of accomplishment. My daughter was so excited to sit and play through a song in such a short time.
The lessons can run anywhere from 3 minutes to 16 minutes long. They are informative and Neil Moore keeps your attention. They also include soundtracks that you can play along with as you advance. The Reference Book and Practice Pad are very helpful as you endeavor to complete the lessons.
Simply Music also offers the Foundation Enhancement course for $35. These lessons will further your knowledge of the piano and how to play it well. You will see on their website that they are planning many new courses in the future and I will be checking those out from time to time as we want to keep learning with this amazing technique.
Do you want to learn to play the piano? Do you have a child that is interested in lessons? This free online course will help you to decide if the piano is for you.
I encourage you to check out the Simply Music website and their social media pages listed below:
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You can also come over to the Homeschool Review Crew site for more reviews of this resource.
I was impressed with the pdf that is included titled Music and the Art of Long -Term Relationships, The Key to Staying Committed. This 84 page book speaks of the importance of follow through. Once you start something you must remain diligent to complete it and do it well.
Do you want to learn to play the piano? Do you have a child that is interested in lessons? This free online course will help you to decide if the piano is for you.
I encourage you to check out the Simply Music website and their social media pages listed below:
YouTube
You can also come over to the Homeschool Review Crew site for more reviews of this resource.
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