Ear training, composition and harmony
18 videos • 9,128 views • by pianoTV As important as it is to learn how to read music, being able to play by ear is also a very useful skill. In order to be a balanced and well-rounded musician, you’d be wise to develop both. The problem with ear training for piano is it’s difficult to teach; it’s one thing to teach someone to read, but it’s something else entirely to teach them to listen. Some people seem to have a knack for it, while others struggle. This playlist also details the harmony and composition videos I’ve created for PianoTV. Here, you’ll find topics ranging from pop music improvisation, to understanding key changes and transposing. Harmony and composition are both huge topics, and I intend on expanding this page greatly in the future, as our piano studies become more complex. Be sure to check back for updates, but in the meantime, check out the current harmony and composition videos!