About Piano: Playing Chords & Scales With the Left Hand

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Piano Piano Learn to Play Piano Care Performances From Brandy Kraemer Playing Chords & Scales With the Left Hand The left hand often plays rhythm in piano music. But, you will find yourself playing many left-handed melodies and arpeggios, particularly if you're into classical piano. Practice the following finger techniques to target dexterity in the left hand... (Read more)     Dynamics & Volume Commands in Music Musical dynamics control the volume of a song, and may be signified by words, symbols, or both. Dynamics mark the relative changes in intensity, and do not express precise decibel levels; a song in mezzo-piano played by two different pianists may sound slightly louder or softer depending on the instruments as well as the players' interpretations: Dynamics Symbols & How to Interpret Them Musical Quiz: Dynamics Symbols & Terms   What Is A Dotted Rest? Learn more about rhythmically modified rests... (Read more)     Shining & Polishing High-Gloss Pianos Polyester (or polymer) is tougher and more scratch-resistant than lacquer, and therefore doesn't require polishing. However, its reflective nature allows fingerprints and other blemishes to stand out. These can be removed using general piano cleaning habits. But, if you do decide to polish your piano's polymer finish, use these tips: Polishing Polymer Pianos       Related Searches Read Piano Music Used Piano Values Piano Keyboard Piano Play It Learn Piano Notes Featured Articles   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Brandy Kraemer Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Piano newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   Must Reads Find the Real Value of a Piano Ivory-Safe Ways to Whiten Keys Musical Symbols of Piano Notation Printable Piano Lesson Book Musical Quizzes!   Follow me on: Advertisement