Learn Basic Keyboard and Harmonium Playing
Learn foundational music theory, proper hand positioning, and basic scales and chords to begin playing simple songs on the keyboard and harmonium.
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Course contents
6 modules · 30 lessons · 3h
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First Steps: Anatomy and Posture
Get comfortable with the instrument's physical layout and terminology.
- Welcome to Your Musical Journey
Overview of what to expect and how to approach learning keyboard and harmonium.6 min - Anatomy of Your Instrument
Identifying the parts of a keyboard and the unique bellows/stops of a harmonium.6 min - The Keyboard Layout
Understanding the pattern of black and white keys and finding Middle C.6 min - Perfect Posture and Hand Shape
How to sit and hold your hands in a 'claw' shape to prevent strain.6 min - Essential Musical Terminology
Defining pitch, notes, and octaves in simple terms.6 min
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Rhythm and the Staff
Understand how music is written and how time is kept.
- The Musical Staff
Introduction to lines, spaces, and the treble clef.6 min - Naming the Notes
Learning the musical alphabet (A-G) and where they sit on the staff.6 min - Rhythm Basics
Understanding whole, half, and quarter notes.6 min - Tempo and the Beat
Defining tempo and how it dictates the speed of a song.6 min - Practicing with a Metronome
How to use a metronome to keep your playing steady and on time.6 min
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Developing Technique: Scales
Build finger strength and learn the foundation of melodies.
- Finger Numbering and Dexterity
Assigning numbers to fingers and practicing simple 5-finger patterns.6 min - The C Major Scale
Learning your first full scale using the correct fingering.6 min - The Major Scale Formula
Understanding whole and half steps to build any major scale.6 min - Introduction to Minor Scales
Learning the sound and structure of basic minor scales.6 min - Playing Across Octaves
Mastering the thumb-under technique to move smoothly up the keyboard.6 min - Basic Two-Hand Coordination
Simple exercises to get both hands moving independently.6 min
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Chords and Harmony
Learn how to build and play chords to accompany melodies.
- What is a Triad?
Understanding the construction of a basic three-note chord.6 min - Building Major Triads
How to find and play major chords in any key.6 min - Building Minor Triads
Adjusting major triads to create the 'sad' sound of minor chords.6 min - Simple Chord Progressions
Moving between C, F, and G chords smoothly.6 min - Left-Hand Accompaniment
Using the left hand to play steady chords while the right hand rests.6 min
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Reading and Interpreting Music
Translate symbols on a page into sounds on your instrument.
- Reading Simple Melodies
Combining pitch and rhythm to play a basic written tune.6 min - Introduction to Lead Sheets
How to read a melody line with chord symbols written above it.6 min - Understanding Key Signatures
What sharps and flats at the start of a piece mean for your playing.6 min - Sight-Reading Strategies
Tips for looking ahead and scanning music before playing.6 min - Interpreting Dynamics
Understanding basic volume markings like piano and forte.6 min
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Practical Application and Settings
Optimize your instrument and establish a path for growth.
- Keyboard Settings: Timbre and Voice
How to change sounds (piano, organ, strings) on a digital keyboard.6 min - Harmonium Bellows Control
Techniques for steady air pumping to maintain a consistent sound.6 min - Creating a Practice Routine
How to structure 15-30 minutes of daily practice for maximum progress.6 min - Course Wrap-Up and Next Steps
Reviewing what you've learned and how to keep advancing.6 min
Your First Performance
Using a provided lead sheet for a simple folk song (e.g., 'Ode to Joy'), perform the melody with your right hand while playing basic triads with your left hand.
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