eMedia Piano For Dummies Level 2

Learn to Play Piano Better With eMedia Piano For Dummies Level 2!

eMedia Piano For Dummies Level 2 expands on the piano lessons learned in the original eMedia Piano For Dummies piano tutorial and helps you play the piano with confidence. Irma Irene Justicia, M.A., a piano instructor who has taught at the renowned Juilliard School of Music; takes you through 150 lessons that extend keyboard hand positions beyond middle C, introduce new piano chords and piano scales, and teach new piano techniques. eMedia Interactive Feedback, not found in video-only courses, makes learning easier so you learn piano faster. Great piano songs and classical pieces are included to expand your repertoire and keep learning fun. Want to play piano better? Then “level up” to eMedia Piano For Dummies Level 2 and get started today.

The Fast and Easy Way to Improve Your Piano Playing!

Arranged in six chapters, the over 150 step-by-step piano lessons cover triads, chords, the G Position, transposition, the F Position, extending the hand position, playing scales, G and F Major scales, arpeggios, and even steps you through a short trip into the history of Western music. On-screen teacher Irma Irene Justicia, M.A., provides clear and friendly instruction.

The award-winning eMedia Piano For Dummies Level 2 is perfect for anyone who already knows some basic note reading, the middle C position and how to play some melodies. Learn to play at your own pace from easy-to-follow interactive lessons with video demonstrations. Enjoy playing along with live recorded songs or have fun playing with accompaniments that you can slow down or speed up.

eMedia Piano For Dummies Level 2 features music from classics to popular modern hits to make learning fun! Enhanced multi-track audio and colorful MIDI accompaniments enhance the learning experience. Learn with over 50 classical, pop, and folk songs such as:

• Billy Joel (“Piano Man”)
• Elton John (“Candle In The Wind”)
• Bob Dylan (“Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door”)
• Scott Joplin (“The Entertainer”)
• Spencer Williams (“Tishomingo Blues”)

Also included are popular songs, including “America the Beautiful,” “La Bamba,” “Bach Minuet” and many others.

Improve Your Piano Technique

Video Instruction Professional piano instructor Irma Irene Justicia, M.A. guides you in over 30 piano lesson videos demonstrating techniques.

Piano Fingerings help teach you the correct fingering for each note. Guitar chords are included so a friend who is learning guitar can play along with you. Piano fingerings and guitar chords can be toggled on or off for any screen.

Instant Feedback shows you when you play the correct notes as you progress through a melody. Your computer will listen as you play and highlight correctly played notes in green. As you reach your goal of playing the melody correctly, you’ll discover that reading music notation is easier than you ever thought possible!

With Interactive Evaluation Feedback, when using an electronic MIDI-compatible keyboard, you can get specific feedback on note and rhythm mistakes made while playing to help you get it right! Click a feedback balloon and the Animated Keyboard shows you exactly what mistake was made and what should have been played. An overall percentage score summarizes how well you did on the song.

The Animated Keyboard displays color-coded fingerings as the music plays. It allows you to see exactly how to play the song on a keyboard as you hear the music. Music tracking highlights the notes being played on the screen making it simple to follow along.

The Note and Finger Tracker tools show you the note you play as music notation and on eMedia’s Animated Keyboard. You’ll be able to correct your playing and learn to read music faster!

Reviews and Ear Training Quizzes help reinforce new concepts and develop your ear.

Live-recorded multitrack audio is included for all songs and exercises. Audio playback options include piano only, voice only, and full audio featuring both piano and vocal performances.

Use the variable-speed MIDI tracks to slow the music down to any tempo, and the Animated Keyboard will show the fingerings in time. You can play along and learn at the pace best suited to you!

MIDI playback options let you hear the left- or right-hand parts in isolation or just the metronome track, if you like. Colorfully arranged accompaniments are also available and can be a joy to play along with!

Progress Tracking Personalized reports show your rate of progress, including scores for specific songs (when using a MIDI keyboard). See our Keyboard Pack option.

With a Metronome, set your own tempo and work on your speed, rhythm, and timing. Provides both visual cue and/or audio tick. Full range of tempi, from largo to presto.

Use the Recorder to record and play yourself back! Compare your performance with the instructor’s version to fine tune your skills. Share your recordings with friends and family!

Attention Educators, please visit our academic product page for information on using this product in schools or for private group instruction.

Also available: eMedia Piano For Dummies Deluxe – a two-volume bundle featuring both Levels 1 and 2. (Note: eMedia Piano For Dummies Levels 1 and 2 together are roughly equivalent to the contents of eMedia Piano and Keyboard Method.)

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Contents Summary

Introduction

I. Triads and Chords

Introducing Triads and Chords; Songs in C Position; The C and G7 Chords; Make Your Own Accompaniment Using the C and G7 Chords; Broken Chords.

II. The G Position and Transposition

The G Position; Key Signatures; Melodic and Harmonic Intervals in G Position; The G and D7 Chords; Playing Songs in G Position; How to Transpose a Song.

III. The F Position and Hanon

The F Position: Melodic and Harmonic Intervals; The F and C7 Chords; Playing Songs in F Position; Transposing from F to C; Hanon Study.

IV. Extending the Hand Position and Playing Scales

New Melodic and Harmonic Intervals; Songs with New Intervals in C Position; The C Major Scale and Chord Progressions; Songs Using the C Major Scale and I-IV-V7 Chords.

V. G and F Major Scales, Chords and Arpeggios

The G Major Scale and Chords; Songs in G Major; The F Major Scale and Chords; Songs in F Major; Using the Pedal; Hands Crossing Over with Pedal; Songs with Arpeggios in C, G, and F Major.

VI. A Short Trip into the History of Western Music

Famous Melodies from the Baroque, Classical and Romantic Periods, and 20th Century American Music: Ragtime, Blues, Rock; Patriotic and Holiday Songs.

Appendix

Button Symbols; Commands and Shortcuts; Song Looping; Tools (Metronome, Recorder, Note and Finger Tracker); Interactive Evaluation Feedback; Electronic Keyboards.

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What reviewers are saying...

2010 Best Tools for Schools:
The Best Intermediate Teaching Tool
– School Band and Orchestra Magazine

What customers are saying...

“You have a great training program. Playing with MIDI through my CP-33 teaches me where I go wrong. Just love it.”
– Joseph Cameron of Kanab, UT

“I’ve never had piano lesson before, and I’m glad I choose this program to start.”
– Sandra Smith of Atlanta, GA

“I find the lessons on level 2 challenging and very informative, however I would of liked to see more videos of actual fingering as the instructor plays. I also liked developing an ‘ear’ because of the lessons. Worth the money in my opinion.”
– Will Gormley of Bensalem, PA

“I love learning the piano with this software. I am very glad I chose this program.”
– Danielle Jones of Glen Burnie, MD

“Great product for anyone who wants to learn how to play piano!”
– Zhanna Maksimchuk of Philadelphia, PA

“I needed a refresher course and this program is has been the perfect one.”
– Carol Stewart of Middleton, ID

“A great way to learn.”
– Pete S.

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System requirements

Internet connection recommended for online activation. Requires a Windows desktop, laptop, or tablet device; or a 32-bit (only) Mac desktop or laptop computer. Not compatible with iPhones, iPads, Android, or Chromebook devices.

* Attention Mac Users Beginning with macOS 10.15 (Catalina), Apple has eliminated the option to run 32-bit apps on the Mac. If you wish to continue using our applications, which currently require 32-bit support, do not upgrade your operating system past Mac OS 10.14 (Mojave). Alternatively, you can retain an older Mac operating system on a separate drive partition. eMedia developers are currently working on software updates to support Catalina and future versions of macOS, but this is a major undertaking. We are currently unable to foresee how long it will take us to create these new versions. If you purchased your eMedia Mac software on or after September 7, 2019, upon receiving proof of purchase we will provide you with a free upgrade to a macOS 10.15 (Catalina)-compatible version of an eMedia application when it becomes available. All other registered owners of eMedia software will be qualified for discounted upgrades.

Questions about system requirements? Contact our technical support department.

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