Classical
Classical piano repertoire and styles.
6 articles
Dynamics, Slurs, and Articulations
Play Clementi's "Sonatina in C Major" while learning dynamics, slurs, articulations, and cut time to shape phrases with smooth, separated, loud, and soft notes.
Franz Liszt
Discover Franz Liszt, the Romantic-era virtuoso and showman often called the greatest pianist ever, whose dazzling technique made him a true rock star of his day.
Ludwig van Beethoven
Meet Ludwig van Beethoven, the German composer and pianist whose groundbreaking symphonies, quartets, and sonatas reshaped classical music even as he lost his hearing.
Song 1: “Minuet in G” (J.S. Bach)
Play Bach's graceful "Minuet in G" — a right-hand melody in the upper register supported by light left-hand harmony, the perfect introduction to Baroque keyboard style.
Introduction to Classical Styles
Trace the evolution of classical piano across the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and modern periods, from Bach's contrapuntal harpsichord works to the composers who shaped the keyboard repertoire.
Pop and Classical Tunes
Tackle real repertoire with arpeggios and triad voicings across Eric Clapton's "Wonderful Tonight," Dire Straits' "Walk of Life," and classical works by Clementi and Satie.