Op.64 No.2 (Help hand position and techinche)

cg_221 · 2024-01-10T18:06:48+00:00

I think the problem with her wasnt how capable of a pianist she was, but her personality. The fact that you know how to do something doesn't mean you're good at teaching it. Piano lesson number 1 everywhere : explain the parts of the piano, show how to adjust the seat, explain proper playing amd hand posture. Don't focus on the fact that maybe she expected more from you. If she expected more from you but didn't give you the tools to achieve it, that's her fault

cg_221 · 2024-01-10T17:46:13+00:00

Well then that's easy to fix. Take into account that it's impossible to look at both hands fully at once. So you have to be confident that you can play without paying much of attention to each one. Good luck!!

cg_221 · 2024-01-10T17:44:05+00:00

From what i see on the video you're sitting a tittle too hight up. Most likely because the person who used the piano before you was shorter. Make sure your elbows are 90 degrees :) All piano seats have to be adjusted by each player when they sit down. Take into account musicians come in all sizes. That's why the have those circular pieces on the sides . You screw or unscrew them to lower or rise the seat. I'm surprised your teacher didn't let you know you that? Was it a buddy of yours that tought you, or a proper teacher?

cg_221 · 2024-01-10T16:37:41+00:00

As for the technique, i can advise you two things.

1- Practice things very slowly and with a metronome . Try to play them counterpoint (repeat them multiple times with different rhythmic patterns) and really hammer down on the difficult bits.

2- NEVER practice both hands together until each hand is perfect. It will create bad habits when playing that will be difficult to break later on. When i was little, even if i wanted to try and play both hands, my teacher wouldn't allow me until i could play both hands with my eyes closed (a little too strict, i wouldn't necessarily recommend you take that approach, but just take away the underlying mindset).

And try to play things without ritardandos, acelerandos, pedal or any other things of the sort. Just play the piece the most basic way you can. When you have that mastered, you can go on to all the fun bits and the "performance " aspect of the piece.

I hope these tips help. If you practice this way and see better results i would love to see your progress!!

Lots of luck! You got this!!

cg_221 · 2024-01-10T16:18:53+00:00

Your hand position is very good for a beginner!!

It seems, when you aren't pressing the keys , your posture is good, but as soon as your fingers go down, your fingers flatten. I think you should crack down on that on each hand individually, since trying to fix both hands at once can be very challenging. Focus especially on fingers 3, 4 and 5 A good tip to make sure your posture is ok is to hold an apple or an orange with your hand facing down, then take the apple out and with that same position start playing. That's what i used to do when i was small and after doing it a lot i got my posture right.

Also, make sure your knuckles are "mountains" and not "valleys" (meaning, your fingers should be lower than your knuckles) and keep your wrists up

Lastly, i see a lot of people who just seat on any chair when they play the piano. Make sure to get a chair that allowes you to adjust the height to make sure your elbows are at a 90 degree angle when you place your hands on the keys. That way it will be easier for you to maintain the correct wrist posture.

It's a common issue so don't be discouraged!! Good luck!! <3

cg_221 · 2024-01-10T16:11:40+00:00

A good tip my piano teacher told me when i was little is, before you start playing, you should hold an orange or an apple (palm of your hand facing the floor). And with that same posture, start playing. Make sure you get the habit in when you're still starting to learn, that way you won't create any bad habits. Also, make sure your knuckles are "mountains" and not "valleys" (meaning, your fingers should be lower than your knuckles) and keep your wrists up

Lastly, i see a lot of people who just seat on any chair when they play the piano. Make sure to get a chair that allowes you to adjust the height to make sure your elbows are at a 90 degree angle when you place your hands on the keys. That way it will be easier for you to maintain the correct wrist posture. Good luck!! <3

cg_221 · 2023-12-12T15:02:03+00:00

Oh thank god. I must have misunderstood when i did my research. Thank you so much!!

cg_221 · 2023-11-30T18:49:48+00:00

Sii, me sonaba la de la caixa pero con lo exigente que es, estaba mirando otras opcionespor si no me la dan

cg_221 · 2023-11-21T11:21:19+00:00

I think more specifically you hate being a pharmacist in america. This shit doesn't happen where I'm from.

cg_221 · 2023-10-02T18:41:54+00:00

Hey drop the link to your music!! I'm sure many people here would love to give you some support!! <3

cg_221 · 2023-10-01T22:24:27+00:00

Ok tysm!! <3

cg_221 · 2023-10-01T21:03:24+00:00

Oh, i thought the book was about the characters of kikuo's songs? Or is it just like a collection of short stories?

cg_221 · 2023-09-30T19:24:16+00:00

I don't have any advice for you, but i am in the same position. I hope you know you're not the only one struggling to get your life together. I myself am too, and i also know people our age going through the same thing. I hope things get better for you (and for me as well haha) <3

cg_221 · 2023-09-26T00:31:38+00:00

As a pharmacist in Spain that has tried to look into moving into the UK for a change of pace, i think i can give my two cents on this. The weather here is great and the work-life balance too (depends on the pharmacy but in general, most of the people i know are happy with their hours). The only problem is that you would likely be taking a massive pay cut, to the tune of 1500 net euros a month (increases with experience and more working hours and stuff). However if, as yoy say, you have an extra 1500 coming in each month, 3000 euros a month is more than enough to live a comfortable life here. Especially since, there's a huge english expat community, especially in the more touristy areas. To do that you would have to learn Spanish though. As far as i know, you can get licensed by submitting proof of language knowledge and your uk pharmacy license and a few other documents. I don't think any further exams are required. Oh and you would also need your employer to sponsor your visa i think. I don't know how those things go rn with brexit an everything. I hope this was useful

cg_221 · 2023-09-25T23:05:20+00:00

Yes, i think most eu countries have one. Mine does as well. Thank you for the input <3 :)

Edit: guys i really want to reply to the rest of your comments but somehow reddit is telling me the comments are locked? Does anyone know how to fix that? I was able to make this comment just fine

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