If that’s a recurring problem (if your neighbours also don’t like playing piano in the day) then I reccomend a digital piano preferably a Roland it simulates a grand piano pretty well, although it’s probably just a joke go play piano in your dreams then nobody will be angry except for your dream neighbour lol.
Would really appreciate a video similar to this for arpeggios. I’ve found your content helpful, and am integrating your suggestions into my practice. Thank you!!
💜💜💜💜 this is the most understandable lesson for beginners!!! I watched a lot of vids like this but they kept repeating the same thing without breaking down mistakes and how to avoid them
I like the camera angle that is looking down directly at your hands. Makes it alot easier to visualize. Also like how you focus on a particular subject as opposed to more broad topics or top 5 tips for___. Thanks
You are amazing; in terms of how you yourself play, how simple you explain things for students on TH-cam, and just how thoughtful your content and camera angles are. Plus the video images are very funny!! I've had lessons for 2 years now with a tutor, starting as an adult in 30's- but you really help me come back to refine basics to take grade 5 with more confidence in autumn. I couldn't believe that you don't have more subscribers: and that can only grow. Best of luck! Thanks so much!!
Hi Akira, I started by playing the keyboard but realised after watching your videos how much my foundational techniques were lacking even from finger shape, sitting position and postures. Your videos have really motivated me to start on retraining myself on the foundational skills again. I’ve recently bought myself a Hanon book to apply what you’ve shared in these videos and train from the bottom again. Thank you so much!
This video is extremely helpful. I've been a piano player for most of my life, but still struggle with fast and smooth scales. Would you consider doing a video about arpeggios in the future? Thanks so much.
Love the Waldstein sonata in the back ground at the beginning. Been wanting to do that one, but i dont think im quite ready. Thank you for this, and your other informative recordings🎹😊
Great content. Will practise my scales using your Great tips. Especially the tip about "letting the left hand lead" You are an excellent Teacher. Many thanks Maestro!. Then will
Very good. I would also teach my students scales by having them pretend that going up and down the keyboard is so much like ironing clothes. The iron goes up and down the board in one plain motion. Hand(s) wrist(s) arms and shoulders are relaxed when the iron is pushed and pulled up and down the board. The same goes in playing scales. Everything is relaxed as the fingers play the keys going up and down the keyboard.
By far the best and modt valuable content on scales practise out there! The information you share is what got list in so many videos for beginners. Absolut great! Thank you!
Akira-sensei, thank you so much for all the helpful tips! You are a wonderful teacher! I hugely appreciate your clear examples when explaining the techniques or your pieces of advice. Thank you very much!
My teacher also told me to count “AL-le-gat-or” for the group of four son won’t confused with “1” to the count vs the thumb. Helped me felt the down beat “AL” better. Like your detail explanation of the thumb movement and position! Thank you!
Hi Akira, thanks again for making these videos! At 0:42 , you mentioned with some fingering corrections, the book is a great resource. What do we need to keep in mind when practicing based on this book? Can you expand on this or even make a video on it?
yes.. my left hand needs strength.. and alertness... lol.. right hand tells left hand.. “. come on.. speed up!,, “ 😂😂😂😂 i do my Hanon exercises.. before i tread my books.. thanks Ikegami-san...
Welcome to my channel! I do have a video on how to practice the first dozen exercises in Hanon: th-cam.com/video/pTCdZS16FR4/w-d-xo.html Usually this is how people find me.
One of my college professors was a specialist in Taubman Technique. But I never got a chance or need to learn it myself. So I'm not sure what they mean by or the logic behind not using "thumb under." But no matter what method or technique you follow, natural movement of your hands is a must. So if you try to move your hand gradually/consistently like demonstrated in this video, it reduced the distance your thumb has to be tucked in. So we may be talking about the same thing, just in different ways.
I use the Alfred scale book as well. I was wondering if there was anywhere that you might have the fingering corrections you mentioned notated? Thanks so much! 😌❤️🎹
I just don't like having 2 options for scales. It can confuse my students. Also, it uses different cadence fingerings for different keys, but I like my students to use consistent fingering for cadences in all keys.
They are basically same thing. Hanon scale is longer with more complicated cadence. I usually use Alfred book first to teach basic scales/cadences to better prepares the students for Hanon,
The main difference between playing slowly and fast is there is less room for error when you play fast. So even when you are playing slowly, keep these concepts in mind. And when you go faster, make sure nothing except for the speed is changing. Make sure there is no tension when you are playing fast. If anything is tense, that'll prevent your fingers from working optimally.
I wish I knew things about back pain, too. I've been suffering from it these days. Not from piano playing but from sitting too long in front of a computer.
That is a very helpful tip for transiting thumbs under other fingers when playing. May I ask what is the trick for play when other fingers have to go over the thumbs?
Thanks so much 😀 this is great. Informative and entertaining. Subscribed. I wonder if you can share what fingering errors you have found in Alfred’s scales book? I’ve been using that for the past few months
They are not so much of errors, but I don't like how it uses different fingering for cadences and having multiple fingering choice for scales sometimes confuse my students. Glad you liked my video.
@@AkiraIkegamiChannel Thanks for the reply, Akira. It's reassuring that you say that. I have also found the fingering for the cadences odd at times. Thanks again for your brilliant work here! Look forward to having more sessions with Akira at my piano.
There are a few exercises I can suggest if I see you play a few scales for me. If you are interested in, you can sign up for an online lesson from the link in the video descriptions.
Thanks for another excellent lesson! ❤ I want to practise chromatic scale with 3-4-5 fingering but I find it difficult on the way down with my right hand when I have to go from fingers 3 to 5. Do you have any advice on how to do that smoothly? Thank you!
I don't play chromatic scales with 3-4-5. I never had to play extended chromatic scale with those fingers in an actual piece. Do you mean fingers 1-2-3?
@@AkiraIkegamiChannel Thank you for your response! I was thinking of for example the Chopin etude 10.2 where you have to play chromatically with 3-4-5. Since it is quite a lot above my level I wanted to start by just practicing the chromatic scale with those fingers without the accompanying chords. But it is so tricky to go from 3 to 5 on the way down.
That is quite specific and special case. I wouldn't do anything special to prepare for that at this point. By the time you are ready to tackle something like that, your overall technique should be much better and has resolved many other issues that may prevent you from playing something like that. Then when you are ready to start learning it, you can address remaining issues. This is why it's very important to master the technique at each stage of piano study so that you don't have multiple issues to tackle at the same time in the future.
This certainly saves me from needing to get cyborg implants!!! But - jokes aside - really great video. Thanks Akira! Thanks so much. I'll be following those golden tips that you taught us in this video.
Are There practce vedio for black keys too ,it is very difficult to play black keys ,so pls upload vedios for black keys,thank you very much my dear teacher.
When you watched this in the middle of the night.. the urge to run to the piano to try this tips vs mad neighbour... 🤣🤣 sure will try this! Thank you
If that’s a recurring problem (if your neighbours also don’t like playing piano in the day) then I reccomend a digital piano preferably a Roland it simulates a grand piano pretty well, although it’s probably just a joke go play piano in your dreams then nobody will be angry except for your dream neighbour lol.
@@balladin9200 nah actually I already consider to buy a digital piano. But have to pending this plan for a while
I feel the same in this moment it is almost midnight.
As long as you get in your 40 hours of practice per day!
I have both an acoustic and an electric, never sleep ;)
One of the best videos, actually saying things that are not obvious when you're self taught.
Would really appreciate a video similar to this for arpeggios. I’ve found your content helpful, and am integrating your suggestions into my practice. Thank you!!
Who the heck would downvote this video?! Expert advice, presented in an understandable fashion, for FREE. Arigatou gozaimasu Ikegami-san.
Thank you!
💜💜💜💜 this is the most understandable lesson for beginners!!! I watched a lot of vids like this but they kept repeating the same thing without breaking down mistakes and how to avoid them
Finally great content from a Professional!
Awesome tips, never heard scales explained so well. Thank you!
I like the camera angle that is looking down directly at your hands. Makes it alot easier to visualize. Also like how you focus on a particular subject as opposed to more broad topics or top 5 tips for___. Thanks
I really needed this, thank you! I definitely have bumpy scales, especially at speed.
Glad it was helpful!
Great lesson and great teacher 👍👍，thank Akira for the best Hanon lesson on TH-cam❤️
Thank you! 😃
I’ve agree the basics that are absolutely necessary are covered in the videos! Bravo!
Left hand lead makes a lot of sense, as does early thumb position. Back to practice. Thank you!
You are amazing; in terms of how you yourself play, how simple you explain things for students on TH-cam, and just how thoughtful your content and camera angles are. Plus the video images are very funny!! I've had lessons for 2 years now with a tutor, starting as an adult in 30's- but you really help me come back to refine basics to take grade 5 with more confidence in autumn.
I couldn't believe that you don't have more subscribers: and that can only grow. Best of luck!
Thanks so much!!
Thank you!
Hi Akira, I started by playing the keyboard but realised after watching your videos how much my foundational techniques were lacking even from finger shape, sitting position and postures. Your videos have really motivated me to start on retraining myself on the foundational skills again. I’ve recently bought myself a Hanon book to apply what you’ve shared in these videos and train from the bottom again. Thank you so much!
Thank you I believe in Hanon
Best teacher on the tube
I really recommend this channel
Share share share :)
Amazing basics, difficult exercises are scientifically explained and made them easy and smooth. Great!!!
This video is extremely helpful. I've been a piano player for most of my life, but still struggle with fast and smooth scales. Would you consider doing a video about arpeggios in the future? Thanks so much.
That is one of the future ideas. Not sure how quickly I can get to it, but stay tuned!
Excellent content and explanation.
Keep going... you are such a great kindness person
I’ve just found your channel and you’ve great content! Thank you!
Welcome onboard!
This channel is fun.
I Love your videos. Thank you!
this is so helpfulllll i was having trouble with making my scales smoother
Very sensible and constructive ideas! During examining students i notice often, the scales are quite poor.
Love the Waldstein sonata in the back ground at the beginning. Been wanting to do that one, but i dont think im quite ready. Thank you for this, and your other informative recordings🎹😊
Akira let me thank you for sharing your knowlege with us. You are a great teacher
Thank you!
Thank so much for sharing, each time I pick up a lot of information for improving my technique.
Great to hear!
Nice videos. I have subscribed your channel, and also liked all the videos which I have watched till now.
Yay, thank you!
Great content.
Will practise my scales using your Great tips.
Especially the tip about "letting the left hand lead"
You are an excellent Teacher.
Many thanks Maestro!.
Then will
Very good. I would also teach my students scales by having them pretend that going up and down the keyboard is so much like ironing clothes. The iron goes up and down the board in one plain motion. Hand(s) wrist(s) arms and shoulders are relaxed when the iron is pushed and pulled up and down the board. The same goes in playing scales. Everything is relaxed as the fingers play the keys going up and down the keyboard.
Very interesting comparison. Thank you for sharing!
Dude, Im loving these vídeos. Its been helping me alot! Thank you so much!
Glad to hear it!
Very helpful for me, thank you !
By far the best and modt valuable content on scales practise out there! The information you share is what got list in so many videos for beginners. Absolut great! Thank you!
Thank you Mr. akira for your great videos.
Glad you like them!
Awsome tips!!! Thank you.
You are the man... And funny too!!! THank you
This channel is a goldmine, really learning a lot
Happy to hear that!
Amazing!!!
Thank you so much, Akira.
love the picture at 6:16, very funny and illustrative. hahah
Excellent explanation of scale practice, and perfect execution.
Such a great teacher! Thank you Akira, you rock!
Excellent!!!
Great teachings!!
Amazing lesson! Greetings from Brazil!
I enjoyed this lesson and plan to employ these techniques for learning how to play Hanon Scales. This video is very helpful. Thank you.
Great...great.. Great...thank you so much.. Will practice as you instructed.
Thank you for this.
I've been playing casually since I was a teenager, and I'm bumpy... going to have to practice this!
Great video! Thanks!
i love this channel
Thank you Akira! This made so much sense 💡
Fantastic video. Thanks
Thank you so much! 🤗Your lesson really help me💕
thank you so much
Great tip!
Akira-sensei, thank you so much for all the helpful tips! You are a wonderful teacher! I hugely appreciate your clear examples when explaining the techniques or your pieces of advice. Thank you very much!
I had to put the video on 0.25x for 5:24. I could barely see you using your thumb. Such a good player
You’re awesome! Thank you
Thanks! 大変勉強になりましたー 🙏
thanks so much for this. I think the problem I have the most is with the pinky coming up.
My teacher also told me to count “AL-le-gat-or” for the group of four son won’t confused with “1” to the count vs the thumb. Helped me felt the down beat “AL” better.
Like your detail explanation of the thumb movement and position! Thank you!
That works too!
分かり易い説明!! best !!
Love your videos!
Thank you!
Thank you
Hi there!.. Great stuff this episode was fantastic keep up the good work 🙂
Thank you! Will do!
This is very helpful. Loved it! Those scales are so smooth!!
Glad it was helpful!
i'm so excited about your content, thank you very much
Thank you, Akira!
great stuff akira!
Thanks! 😄
Kon'nichiwa Akira, excellent lesson
Thank you! 😃
I teach the same way!!
Hi Akira, thanks again for making these videos!
At 0:42 , you mentioned with some fingering corrections, the book is a great resource. What do we need to keep in mind when practicing based on this book? Can you expand on this or even make a video on it?
I only briefly mentioned it because that wasn't the main topic of this video. But I'll keep that in mind for the future.
yes.. my left hand needs strength.. and alertness... lol.. right hand tells left hand.. “. come on.. speed up!,, “ 😂😂😂😂
i do my Hanon exercises.. before i tread my books.. thanks Ikegami-san...
Thank you I just bought a hanon book to learn how to do scales maybe you can show us how to use this properly! Thank you 🙏🏻
Welcome to my channel!
I do have a video on how to practice the first dozen exercises in Hanon:
th-cam.com/video/pTCdZS16FR4/w-d-xo.html
Usually this is how people find me.
本当にわかりやすいです。ピアノをやっていない私も最後まで見ました。もしかしてこれは私のピアノ始まりの瞬間？！
ありがとうございます。
ビデオだけでピアノを覚えるのは難しいですが、抜けがちな基本を皆さんの参考になればと思って作っています。
初めての生徒にまず一番に教えることをまとめたビデオシリーズもあるのでよかったらぜひご覧ください:
th-cam.com/video/pSnKtx1q97g/w-d-xo.html
Exelente..buen video saludos...
Never too late
Please do technical videos on Czerny!!
Thanks. Ill see if i can find the hanon books from my neighborhood bookstore
Keep it coming please.... =)
Will do!
When you do black keys I will be so happy cus ive been asking it for about 4 weeks
What do you think about the Taubman Technique? They emphasize not using "thumb under" but your approach makes a lot more sense to me.
One of my college professors was a specialist in Taubman Technique. But I never got a chance or need to learn it myself. So I'm not sure what they mean by or the logic behind not using "thumb under."
But no matter what method or technique you follow, natural movement of your hands is a must. So if you try to move your hand gradually/consistently like demonstrated in this video, it reduced the distance your thumb has to be tucked in. So we may be talking about the same thing, just in different ways.
I use the Alfred scale book as well. I was wondering if there was anywhere that you might have the fingering corrections you mentioned notated? Thanks so much! 😌❤️🎹
I just don't like having 2 options for scales. It can confuse my students.
Also, it uses different cadence fingerings for different keys, but I like my students to use consistent fingering for cadences in all keys.
@@AkiraIkegamiChannel Thank you for the information! So is the version of scales in the Hanon book your favorite way to do scales? 🤔
They are basically same thing. Hanon scale is longer with more complicated cadence. I usually use Alfred book first to teach basic scales/cadences to better prepares the students for Hanon,
Muito bom 👏👏👏👏
Definitely needed this video right now! May scales are smooth but I’m stuck at 52 BPM. Any tips on increasing the tempo?
The main difference between playing slowly and fast is there is less room for error when you play fast. So even when you are playing slowly, keep these concepts in mind. And when you go faster, make sure nothing except for the speed is changing. Make sure there is no tension when you are playing fast. If anything is tense, that'll prevent your fingers from working optimally.
@@AkiraIkegamiChannel thank you for the reply!❤️
Great video sensei , do you have some video about back pain?
I wish I knew things about back pain, too. I've been suffering from it these days. Not from piano playing but from sitting too long in front of a computer.
@@AkiraIkegamiChannel i fell a lot of back pain when playing piano , probably is tension
Do you have a video for arpeggios?
I haven't made that one yet, but I'll eventually get to it.
That is a very helpful tip for transiting thumbs under other fingers when playing. May I ask what is the trick for play when other fingers have to go over the thumbs?
Basically same smooth hand motion but in reverse direction.
Thanks so much 😀 this is great. Informative and entertaining. Subscribed. I wonder if you can share what fingering errors you have found in Alfred’s scales book? I’ve been using that for the past few months
They are not so much of errors, but I don't like how it uses different fingering for cadences and having multiple fingering choice for scales sometimes confuse my students.
Glad you liked my video.
@@AkiraIkegamiChannel Thanks for the reply, Akira. It's reassuring that you say that. I have also found the fingering for the cadences odd at times. Thanks again for your brilliant work here! Look forward to having more sessions with Akira at my piano.
I think my new nickname will be “Bumpy Scales.” 😎🎹
Can you help me what should i do
my thumb doesn’t move to prepare for next note
There are a few exercises I can suggest if I see you play a few scales for me.
If you are interested in, you can sign up for an online lesson from the link in the video descriptions.
Thanks for another excellent lesson! ❤ I want to practise chromatic scale with 3-4-5 fingering but I find it difficult on the way down with my right hand when I have to go from fingers 3 to 5. Do you have any advice on how to do that smoothly? Thank you!
I don't play chromatic scales with 3-4-5. I never had to play extended chromatic scale with those fingers in an actual piece. Do you mean fingers 1-2-3?
@@AkiraIkegamiChannel Thank you for your response! I was thinking of for example the Chopin etude 10.2 where you have to play chromatically with 3-4-5. Since it is quite a lot above my level I wanted to start by just practicing the chromatic scale with those fingers without the accompanying chords. But it is so tricky to go from 3 to 5 on the way down.
That is quite specific and special case. I wouldn't do anything special to prepare for that at this point. By the time you are ready to tackle something like that, your overall technique should be much better and has resolved many other issues that may prevent you from playing something like that. Then when you are ready to start learning it, you can address remaining issues.
This is why it's very important to master the technique at each stage of piano study so that you don't have multiple issues to tackle at the same time in the future.
@@AkiraIkegamiChannel That sounds like very wise advice. Thank you so much! ☺️
This certainly saves me from needing to get cyborg implants!!! But - jokes aside - really great video. Thanks Akira! Thanks so much. I'll be following those golden tips that you taught us in this video.
Are There
practce vedio for black keys too ,it is very difficult to play black keys ,so pls upload vedios for black keys,thank you very much my dear teacher.
That is on my to-do list.
It may take a while because these videos take very long time to make. But hopefully I'll get to that soon.
@@AkiraIkegamiChannel thank you very much Sir
Hi what is the piano piece u r playing in the beginning?
Beethoven, Balstein Sonata 1st mov.
Does anyone know where i can purchase the book.. thank you.
Hanon? Here:
amzn.to/3tTRw0a
Do you recommend teaching one octave first, then two, etc?
That's how I usually teach a few keys, then do all keys for two octaves
Faz a tradução para o português.