The most helpful explanation of how to use the pedal. I was so frustrated trying to understand this and the fact that you show it done at the same time by providing the pictures is just so helpful! Especially to a somewhat beginner. I love how you explain things so slowly as it is easier to get a grasp to try to learn.
Great exercises and buildup. I like how you start with 4 beats and then pare it down. Something I will work on. And, yes, best explanation of how to properly use the pedal I have come across. Thanks for all your tutorials. They really help!
I have just discovered your channel. Your videos have exceptional content and exceptional production (camera angles, editing, etc), congratulations! A question on pedalling - both my method book and my tutor have told me that one lifts the pedal (just for a moment) immediately _after_ the hand comes down to play a new note/chord. Rather than lifting the pedal _as_ the hand comes down, and then pressing it down half a beat later, as per this video. Is one technique a precursor to another? Thank you, and thanks for the care you obviously take with your fantastic videos.
Technically, your method book and tutor are correct. The pedal comes up a *split second* after you play the key. However, since it's so close, I find it's easier to think of it as *at the same time*. Try thinking about it both ways - you'll be able to hear if it's not right. :)
The most helpful explanation of how to use the pedal. I was so frustrated trying to understand this and the fact that you show it done at the same time by providing the pictures is just so helpful! Especially to a somewhat beginner. I love how you explain things so slowly as it is easier to get a grasp to try to learn.
Thank you!
Omg, this channel is so good. (In terms of quality)
Thank you!
Perfectly explained!! Thank you for being so thorough... I will definitely be sharing your video with my students! 🙂
Awesome! Hope it helps them :)
This is the best explanation I’ve seen.
I'm so glad to hear. I hope it was helpful for you!
Thank you very much! since I've been struggling with pedaling.
The coordination is tough at first, but once you get it, you'll never forget it and it'll be a breeze!
Great exercises and buildup. I like how you start with 4 beats and then pare it down. Something I will work on. And, yes, best explanation of how to properly use the pedal I have come across. Thanks for all your tutorials. They really help!
You're very welcome! I'm so glad it was helpful.
I have just discovered your channel. Your videos have exceptional content and exceptional production (camera angles, editing, etc), congratulations!
A question on pedalling - both my method book and my tutor have told me that one lifts the pedal (just for a moment) immediately _after_ the hand comes down to play a new note/chord. Rather than lifting the pedal _as_ the hand comes down, and then pressing it down half a beat later, as per this video. Is one technique a precursor to another?
Thank you, and thanks for the care you obviously take with your fantastic videos.
Technically, your method book and tutor are correct. The pedal comes up a *split second* after you play the key. However, since it's so close, I find it's easier to think of it as *at the same time*. Try thinking about it both ways - you'll be able to hear if it's not right. :)
Thank you so much for your clear reply.🙏😊
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