by Manuel Marino | Music
Photo by La Tête Krançien
Music has always played a significant role in my life, starting from my earliest memories of classical music resonating through our home. My father possessed a collection of 78s and an electric player that required frequent needle changes. I vividly recall watching him diligently replace the needle every eight plays, a task he would never allow anyone else to handle.
As children, my siblings and I would often perform singing recitals, especially during Christmas time. I am grateful for the musical exposure our parents provided us, although my father displayed a single-mindedness when my brother Kenneth brought home a recording of the new rock and roll sensation, Buddy Holly, in the late 1950s. Father seemed to think it was inappropriate music and believed that the record couldn’t possibly match the caliber of his beloved Beethoven or Mozart recordings.
He would engage in ongoing discussions with Kenneth about playing those records on his radiogram. As for my desire to play Beatles and Rolling Stones records a few years later, there was no comment to be had!
Both my brothers received piano lessons How To Discover Piano - Sometimes in life, we regret not pursuing hobbies or … ...Read the rest.
“Music: Who Wants To Live Without It?”
by Manuel Marino | Music
Photo by Sun Pictures / Lakshman
Music has always played a significant role in my life, starting from my earliest memories when classical music would constantly fill our home. My dad had a collection of 78s and an electric player that required frequent needle changes. I distinctly remember watching him change the needle every eight plays, something he would never allow anyone else to do!
As kids, we would give singing recitals, especially during Christmas events. I am grateful for the exposure our parents gave us to music, even though my dad was a bit single-minded. I remember in the late 50s, when my brother Kenneth brought home a recording of a new rock-n-roll singer named Buddy Holly, my dad didn’t think it was the right sound and believed the record couldn’t possibly match the standard of his Beethoven or Mozart recordings!
He would have continuous discussions with Kenneth about playing them on his radiogram. And as for the Beatles and Rolling Stones records I wanted to play a few years later, no comment!
Both of my siblings were taught to play classical music on the piano by our Aunt Win. As for myself, in 1962, I was too captivated … ...Read the rest.
“Music: Who Wants To Live Without It?”
by Manuel Marino | Music
When we listen to someone playing a beautiful piece on the piano, whether on the radio or at a live concert, apart from enjoying the moment, we may wonder what makes the piece so beautiful. The combination of rhythm and tempo creates a melodic tune that is almost celestial, captivating our attention and transporting our minds. The chords played on the piano contribute to this beauty, forming a captivating range of heartwarming notes that evoke emotions aligned with the mood of the piece.
Just like the seven wonders of the world, piano music chords encompass seven octaves, consisting of seven alphabetical notes from A to G. The piano keyboard is distinguished by its 52 white keys and 36 black keys.
Piano chords are further classified into various types. There are 25 commonly used chord types that can be played on the piano. Some examples include major chords, minor chords, augmented chords, diminished chords, suspension chords, and many more. There have been different opinions regarding the actual number of playable chords on the piano. Some even estimate it to be around 8,400 chords on a standard 88-key piano. However, many of these chords may be too complex or too low to … ...Read the rest.
“Chords On a Piano Revealed”
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