Piano Genres And Musical Styles

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You will undoubtedly find a variety of different piano genres when researching for new piano music. In order to consider yourself a master of the piano, you must possess the ability to play diverse styles.

These various encounters will allow you to acquire a variety of skills in order for you to freely play piano and create hybrids of different genres.

Leaning new styles of music can be thrilling and a change from your usual piano playing. It is a great way to spark interest in your piano if you find yourself in a rut.

Rhythm and Blues

This genre of piano music is played with a combination of blues, jazz and gospel. The emphasis is placed on rhythm, highlighted by its name. They carry a strong sense of syncopation, involving the placement of stressed beats on a normally unstressed beats. Playing rhythm and blues piano music will allow you to master pace and rhythm.

Jazz

Improvisation is necessary in order to successfully play jazz piano music. This is a great style of music to study to sharpen a variety of different skills. Other genres have depended on chords and improvisation techniques mastered in jazz piano music, demonstrating jazz’s effect on piano music. The different formations of notes are another heavily borrowed aspect from jazz.

Gospel

Similarities in gospel piano music can be found when it is compared to jazz, blues or R&B. These genres are known for placing certain emphasis on extended chords. For example, the 11th chord is often extended to create a swinging feel, most often found in jazz and R&B.

Changes to chord, such as the 11th, allow unique sounds and emotions to be produced while playing. Gospel music may seem simple, but they are intricate pieces of music. They stress the importance of syncopation such as jazz, and create a spiritual and light feel. Most important, they are the key ingredient to any Sunday service.

Classical

The most varied style of piano music is classical music. It is considered one of the oldest styles and is given credit for the foundation of musical education. There are many skills and techniques required in order to successfully play classical music: understanding piano theory, patience and diverse set of skills.

These acquired abilities are often transferred to other genres, aiding in both the compositions and executions of certain piano pieces. You will quickly discover that classical music is not for beginners.

However, throughout the years, pieces of classical piano music have been created in order to suit beginners. If you do not initially succeed, it is always recommended to revisit classical music once you are more acquainted with piano techniques.

Country and Western

The roots of country and western music are planted in blues. These styles stem from early folk songs, written by members of lower society. Key aspects of country and western songs include using simple chord progressions covered by the melody.

As demonstrated, there are several different piano genres. Simply choose one that sparks your mood and begin the adventure of discovering a new piece piano music history. Trying new genres is always an exciting decision when playing the piano.

Piano Playing Styles Lessons:

1. Learn How to Play Jazz Piano - Lessons On Chords And More...
   
   Usually, students take classes to learn about Jazz piano. There is nothing wrong with this. In fact, this method is one of the most effective means of learning Jazz piano. You can learn how to play jazz piano chords with our free lessons here.
2. Learn How to Play Classical Piano - Get Lessons, Tips And Songs Here...
   
   Classical piano playing is the most common approach that most new players in the piano begin with. Let's get ready to embark on this exciting journey in the world of classical music.
3. Learn How to Play Blues Piano - Lessons And Tutorials to Get You Started
   
   One of the most versatile genres of music to learn is the blues. Learning how to play blues piano will help you be an all rounder and aid in other styles of music like jazz, gospel, rock and country.
4. Learn How to Play Gospel Piano - Get Tips, Lessons And Tutorials
   
   If you are love the sound of Gospel music, this section of the website is specially dedicated to you. Gospel piano is that beautiful and melodic sound often found in church music that can be reminiscent of Jazz or Blues.
5. How to Play Latin Piano- Instructions, Lessons And Advice
   
   So you have begun to explore into different styles and genres of music playing and you are interested in learning how to play Latin piano. Well, you are at right place here with great instructions, lessons and tips.
6. Learn How to Play Worship Piano - Tutorials And Lessons For Faith
   
   When it comes to playing worship piano, mastering this unique style of play and performance requires slightly different techniques and skills to playing piano to further one's faith.
7. Learn How to Play Pop Piano - Tutorials And Lessons
   
   Now that you have mastered the basics of piano playing, learning to play pop piano is a breeze in the park. Not only are the tutorials and lessons fun and easy, they can really expand your song library.
8. How to Play Rock Piano - Lessons And Tutorials
   
   The is a popular misconception that rock musicians must be wearing leather outfits and sport long hair with head banging music. In this section of our lessons and tutorials, we will show you how to play rock piano.