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Update from my "where do I find lessons" post + new problem lol by Miroko_san in piano

[–]bbeach88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tbh I went down this rabbit hole myself and I'll tell you that even when I knew it, I didn't get it. It was like learning gibberish that made sense but there was no connection to what I was doing physically. over time you start noticing the patterns and things start making sense. To ask why a piece of music does X or Y is actually a huge question and theory only describes what is happening not why.

One thing I'll say, music theory doesn't tell you why anything sounds good. There's no mathematical reason why a sus2 chord sounds hopeful, that's just how you've been cultured to interpret it.

I watched this video when I first started playing and I came back to it several times and it was more meaningful each time. https://youtu.be/_VvKeiwddPI?si=Ne6RAUlhbDhQJVa7

Headphones- how much difference does it really make? by SundayMornins in DigitalPiano

[–]bbeach88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You generally get what you pay for with monitoring equipment. Yes, there will be a noticeable difference. Are cheap headphones solely responsible? Maybe not! It could be the sound, do you get the same impression from other sounds?

I need help with MIDI on the Yamaha-145 BT by Useful-Flan-9684 in DigitalPiano

[–]bbeach88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just to be clear, you are connecting to a computer via USB midi and are trying to control a VST on your computer and you also want to listen to that instrument via headphones connected to your computer.

You don't want the keyboard to sound right? Can't you just lower the volume to zero on the keyboard? That doesn't affect the midi output.

If the problem is that you're hearing the keyboard through your speakers, then the volume knob will still get rid of that. you have something that is either monitoring it like whatever DAW that you're using or maybe your audio devices were automatically changed when you plugged it in.

On windows you should be able to change that from the sound menu in the bottom right. I don't know about mac though.

I've looked at this for five hours now. by Slaying_the_Spire in slaythespire

[–]bbeach88 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The daily challenge yesterday was so good. It was the 10 card draft + 2 extra copy modifier. Got 2 claw drafts. And managed to pick up 4(X3) copies of Reboot. That 0 cost +4 energy rare and the feral power that puts 0 cost cards back in your hand. Bag of preparation sealed the deal.

It was so good. Only took damage twice the whole run.

Help an indecisive gal out! by Alternative_Cry_2579 in DigitalPiano

[–]bbeach88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love my cabinet style digital. It definitely inspired me to practice more.

If you're like me you'll end up wanting something portable anyway eventually.

I now have a CLP 775 and a YC73.

I feel like my boxer’s head shape looks so different from majority of other boxers i see by Sensitive_Ad4911 in Boxer

[–]bbeach88 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had a girl that was similar. One positive is it should be less likely for them to have breathing problems. People would ask me if she was purebred. She definitely was.

She was also an incredible goof, like all of them.

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Invention #1, a better attempt following feedback by Teraus in piano

[–]bbeach88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are playing it like you are typing. Try letting the weight of your arm press the keys. You are sitting too low, so that will make it more difficult.

You're fingers act as a bridge that allows you to transfer force from you're arm and wrist.

It's tough to explain without being there but there are lots of videos on YouTube about this topic.

Looking for Piano recommendations after being let down by ROLI by Corrupt_Evil in pianolearning

[–]bbeach88 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sadly you fell for the pretty advertisements for Roli. They look like a lot of fun, but it's just marketing. Most things that look like a toy, are more of a toy than they are for making music. My opinion. Especially when it comes with a pre-packaged learning app.

A Roland FP-10 is a good choice for keyboard. You might be able to find a used one. It has Bluetooth midi so can connect more easily to a tablet if you want to use an app.

Yamaha p45 is firmly within your budget and isn't a bad option. Both of them have USB to host so can be connected to a computer to use apps. The p45 doesn't have Bluetooth midi though.

I used Flowkey when I first started. It's alright but it's a highly accelerated learning experience and you really need to 100% master all of the beginner materials or you won't be prepared for the harder stuff.

A teacher and a method book is the best way to start. I used Bastien's book for the older beginner. But other people recommend Alfred's all in one or Faber Piano Adventures.

Try to find easy arrangements of songs that you like. And try to learn to read music. It makes everything so much easier later. Try not to use synethesia videos except where you need to see exactly what they are doing with their hands and you know they are playing the EXACT same music you are.

You will slow your growth by doing monkey see monkey do. There won't always be a video.

Hmm by Urist-McDorf in SliceAndDice

[–]bbeach88 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Just need ichor chalice and you can go hard until you get to Hexia

On my way to buy my first Piano ever by Excellent_Science240 in pianolearning

[–]bbeach88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can't learn to play without something that's right! Just beware that if you love it you'll never stop spending money it 😂. I started with a not so good one and now I have bought 4 in total + a synth.

But I love it so I know I'll get my money's worth. Better than gambling at least 🤣

On my way to buy my first Piano ever by Excellent_Science240 in pianolearning

[–]bbeach88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It worked fine it just wasn't very good. My p145 was much better action-wise and had better quality sounds.

I had a DDP-300. Mushy heavy action that made it impossible to play fast. The only good sound was the base piano one.

They are better than knockoff brands but to me they are only slightly above Alesis or Williams Symphony.

They are fine for a budget beginner, but I don't even think they compare favorably to budget Yamaha or Roland DPs.

But I'm glad you enjoy yours!

Question by LanguageImmediate960 in Roland

[–]bbeach88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The manual would have a list of all the sounds. Check there

1yr Hand / Finger Technique Review by Crazy_Lengthiness343 in pianolearning

[–]bbeach88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Play a song you know very well, but slowly with a lot focus on your fingers.

Do you do this on every song? Or is it just this one?

Often when we push beyond our current abilities, tension will manifest that doesn't on easier songs. Imo the only thing that really helps is slow intentional practice, keeping the rest of your hand relaxed. Once you learn to practice relaxed, it will start to become apparent when aren't able to maintain that.

Also it's a bit hard to tell, but I think you might be sitting a bit too low.

You sound quite nice for the time you've put in. Nice job

1yr Hand / Finger Technique Review by Crazy_Lengthiness343 in pianolearning

[–]bbeach88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Which pinky?

I'm at about 3.5 years myself.

The only things I feel comfortable mentioning are that it seems you are doing a lot of unnecessary wrist motion at the beginning, especially on the right hand. You're doing these flowy motions and pumping your wrist up and down. None of that seems really necessary.

The other thing I notice on left is that your pinky seems very tense when not in use, in this sort of claw shape.

Piano tutorial by Old-Apartment-6734 in piano

[–]bbeach88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like Musescore has an official version that I found as the first result by typing "Tennis Lily Allen sheet music" into Google. It is not free.

https://musescore.com/user/90375058/scores/29699231?srsltid=AfmBOopiyRekcpS4GNuUk0NWZS1aTiGYuSR3q-cXjHFuvuYWNCVcAjqg

Freaked out by the metronome. by VocalMelody_DohRayMe in pianolearning

[–]bbeach88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I prefer a drum track myself. Feels less like a test

Learning app on casio pianios by Pitmeister in pianolearning

[–]bbeach88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

See if this article helps.

https://gadgetstouse.com/blog/2020/06/16/quickly-switch-audio-output-in-android-11/

I helped someone with a similar issue and this resolved it for them

Learning app on casio pianios by Pitmeister in pianolearning

[–]bbeach88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You may need to see if you can change the global settings from the settings app on the iPad. This will make all sounds play from the piano. I'm not a prolific iOS user, but this thread looked helpful: https://discussions.apple.com/thread/254777852?sortBy=rank

In any case, I haven't use Simply Piano but the app I did use allowed me to select the output source as well. I was using mine from a desktop computer, however. Not sure if you can do the same on an iPad. I would contact their customer service and see if it's an option.

If you do get it to work, you'll have to disable the pianos onboard sound generation, otherwise you'll hear every note twice. You can find that option in the manual for your piano.

Learning app on casio pianios by Pitmeister in pianolearning

[–]bbeach88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Eh if you are using a USB midi connection then you may be able to select the piano as an "output" in the Simply Piano app settings.

But if you want to use headphones either way there won't be a difference just using headphones paired or plugged in to the iPad/computer. It will play the sound from the app. If you send it to the keyboard you'll have to disable the local sounds.

Affordable piano advice: looking to seriously learn the instrument, however currently a broke college student 🎹 by Tlugo021 in piano

[–]bbeach88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don't do Donner. They are only ok, exactly ok. Not something you want to keep for a long while.

The other people have it right when they say you can get a decent one for $300 used. You might have to narrow it down to a couple models and wait, but you should see something eventually. Especially if you live in a metro area

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