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Olympia Piano
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ABOUT:
I am a Juilliard-trained pianist that has been teaching for 30+ years. I love students of all ages and teach a variety of styles (classical, popular, "by ear", etc.). I am constantly exploring ways of teaching and learning. On this channel, you will find tips on my favorite ways/methods to develop piano technique, piano basics, how to practice effectively, how to play classical favorites, why solfège is so important, accompanying tips, and much more. There will also be links to sheet music, opportunities for livestream instruction, and links to more in-depth tutorials.
If you are wanting to assist in the development of this channel, please be sure to let me know which videos you personally found the most helpful, and videos you would like to see. Contributions are graciously accepted at my PayPal account: jenniferbowmanmusic@gmail.com
Thank you for visiting!
www.olympiapiano.com
www.jenniferbowmanmusic.com
IG//@jenniferbowmanmusic
I am a Juilliard-trained pianist that has been teaching for 30+ years. I love students of all ages and teach a variety of styles (classical, popular, "by ear", etc.). I am constantly exploring ways of teaching and learning. On this channel, you will find tips on my favorite ways/methods to develop piano technique, piano basics, how to practice effectively, how to play classical favorites, why solfège is so important, accompanying tips, and much more. There will also be links to sheet music, opportunities for livestream instruction, and links to more in-depth tutorials.
If you are wanting to assist in the development of this channel, please be sure to let me know which videos you personally found the most helpful, and videos you would like to see. Contributions are graciously accepted at my PayPal account: jenniferbowmanmusic@gmail.com
Thank you for visiting!
www.olympiapiano.com
www.jenniferbowmanmusic.com
IG//@jenniferbowmanmusic
What are Ledger Lines in music? Explained using piano and treble staff. Music Theory and notation.
#musictheory #pianonotes #pianobeginner
Ledger lines are lines that help identify notes that are not placed on the main treble or bass staffs. Sometimes the line goes through the note, sometimes the note is sitting above or below a ledger line. These can be confusing to understand at first.
This short video details what ledger lines (sometimes spelled leger) are, what are the differences when placed above or below the staff, and some quick tips. All examples in this video will be with the treble staff.
Please use the timestamps to move throughout the video
00:00 Intro
00:18 Ledger lines below the treble staff
01:26 Ledger lines above the treble staff
Thank you for watching and please leave any comments or questions for me.
Please subscribe for more videos on piano teaching, piano literature and quick piano tips.
As always, thanks for watching!
www.olympiapiano.com
www.jenniferbowmanmusic.com
If you found this video helped you, please consider a contribution of any amount to help grow this channel. Every donation I receive allows me to spend more time on creating videos that can reach more people around the world, especially those who may not have direct access to a live piano teacher.
Donations are graciously accepted at PayPal jenniferbowmanmusic@gmail.com
*Also you can donate via "Super Thanks" right here on UA-cam! Underneath the video where you see Save, Share, etc. click on the 3 dots and you will see Thanks which is the Super Thanks button.
Thanks to all who have donated!
Ledger lines are lines that help identify notes that are not placed on the main treble or bass staffs. Sometimes the line goes through the note, sometimes the note is sitting above or below a ledger line. These can be confusing to understand at first.
This short video details what ledger lines (sometimes spelled leger) are, what are the differences when placed above or below the staff, and some quick tips. All examples in this video will be with the treble staff.
Please use the timestamps to move throughout the video
00:00 Intro
00:18 Ledger lines below the treble staff
01:26 Ledger lines above the treble staff
Thank you for watching and please leave any comments or questions for me.
Please subscribe for more videos on piano teaching, piano literature and quick piano tips.
As always, thanks for watching!
www.olympiapiano.com
www.jenniferbowmanmusic.com
If you found this video helped you, please consider a contribution of any amount to help grow this channel. Every donation I receive allows me to spend more time on creating videos that can reach more people around the world, especially those who may not have direct access to a live piano teacher.
Donations are graciously accepted at PayPal jenniferbowmanmusic@gmail.com
*Also you can donate via "Super Thanks" right here on UA-cam! Underneath the video where you see Save, Share, etc. click on the 3 dots and you will see Thanks which is the Super Thanks button.
Thanks to all who have donated!
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How to Play Chopin Nocturne Op. 72, No. 1 in E minor (Process to create teaching videos)
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#chopinpiano, #chopinnocturne, #pianotips This video is an overview of the creative process I use to create my educational videos. Many of you have asked for this video and I am finally doing it! It is my hope you can use some of the ideas in this video to ignite your own creative process. The videos mentioned in this series will be out soon! An important thing to be aware of is that there are ...
Peaceful Solo Piano Christmas Music (45 Minutes) Arranged and Performed by Jennifer Bowman
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#christmascarol #christmaspiano #soothingchristmasmusic Peaceful and Elegant Piano Christmas Music (45 Minutes) Step into a serene holiday atmosphere with this collection of beautifully arranged Christmas carols, arranged and performed by Jennifer Bowman on solo piano. Each piece is crafted to highlight the timeless melodies while embracing a minimalist and elegant style, perfect for moments of...
Piano: A Major Basic Warm Up 7 Minutes (Elementary Level) MTNA Music Literacy Level 3 Tutorial
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#beginnerpiano #pianopractice #amajor This is a short piano warm up you can incorporate into your daily practice regimen. It is intended for beginner/elementary pianists or those who are just starting to study music theory. Designed after the MTNA (Music Teachers National Association) Music Literacy Program this will cover basic concepts you need to know as an elementary pianist. Key of A major...
Piano: F# Minor 11 min. warm up practice routine (Scales, Arpeggios, Chords, Inversions, Chromatics)
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#minorscale #learnpiano #pianopractice #practicepiano #pianowarmup #pianolessons #pianoteaching #pianotechnique #pianoscales #pianochords #pianoforbeginners #playpiano #minorscales #fsharpminor #adultpianobeginner #pianoskills #adultpiano #selftaughtpiano #chordprogressions #arpeggio #arpeggios #chromaticscale #chromaticscale #pianopracticeroutine #piano This F# Minor warm up for advanced piani...
Primary Chords Piano (Music Theory Video explaining this concept using keys of G Major and E minor)
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#piano #musictheory #chordprogression #adultpianobeginner #adultpiano #pianolessons #pianobasic #pianotips In this short video, you will learn what primary chords are and how to find and create them using the notes of the scale. IMPORTANT: I am using the harmonic minor scale for this example because in the various piano examinations this is the format. I fully realize that in the natural minor ...
Piano: F# Major Gb Major 8 min. warm up practice (Scales, Arpeggios, Chords, Inversions, Chromatics)
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Piano: F# Major Gb Major 8 min. warm up practice (Scales, Arpeggios, Chords, Inversions, Chromatics)
Christmas Piano Music Books to Check Out - Intermediate to Advanced Level Suggestions
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Christmas Piano Music Books to Check Out - Intermediate to Advanced Level Suggestions
How to Play 2 Octave Piano Scales Hands Together: Key of G Major--quick tip for fingering #shorts
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Piano: B Minor Basic 10 Minute Warm up (Elementary) MTNA Music Literacy Level 3 - Nat/Harm minors
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Piano: B Minor Basic 10 Minute Warm up (Elementary) MTNA Music Literacy Level 3 - Nat/Harm minors
Piano: B Minor 9 min. warm up practice routine (Scales, Arpeggios, Chords, Inversions, Chromatics)
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Piano: B Minor 9 min. warm up practice routine (Scales, Arpeggios, Chords, Inversions, Chromatics)
Piano: B Major 8 minute warm up practice routine(Scales, Arpeggios, Chords, Inversions, Chromatics)
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Silent Night Solo Jazz Piano arranged by Jennifer Bowman from "Timeless Christmas"
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Silent Night Solo Jazz Piano arranged by Jennifer Bowman from "Timeless Christmas"
Piano: D Major Basic Warm Up 7 Minutes (Elementary Level) MTNA Music Literacy Level 3 Tutorial
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Piano: E Minor 10 minute warm up practice routine(Scales, Arpeggios, Chords, Inversions, Chromatics)
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Piano: E Minor 10 minute warm up practice routine(Scales, Arpeggios, Chords, Inversions, Chromatics)
How to Play Schumann Traumerei on Piano, Op. 15, No. 7 - 24 Day Overview - Video 24 (final)
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How to Play Schumann Traumerei on Piano, Op. 15, No. 7 - 24 Day Overview - Video 24 (final)
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How to Play Schumann Traumerei on Piano, Op. 15, No. 7 - 24 Day Overview - Video 21 (pedal 21-22)
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How to Play Schumann Traumerei on Piano, Op. 15, No. 7 - 24 Day Overview - Video 21 (pedal 21-22)
How to Play Schumann Traumerei on Piano, Op. 15, No. 7 - 24 Day Overview - Video 20 (pedal 19-20)
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Piano: E Major 7 minute warm up practice routine(Scales, Arpeggios, Chords, Inversions, Chromatics)
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How to Play Schumann Traumerei on Piano, Op. 15, No. 7 - 24 Day Overview--Video 15 (m. 16)
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How to Play Schumann Traumerei on Piano, Op. 15, No. 7 - 24 Day Overview Video 15 (m. 16)
How to Play Schumann Traumerei on Piano, Op. 15, No. 7 - 24 Day Overview--Video 14 (m. 15)
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How to Play Schumann Traumerei on Piano, Op. 15, No. 7 - 24 Day Overview Video 14 (m. 15)
How to Play Schumann Traumerei on Piano, Op. 15, No. 7 - 24 Day Overview--Video 13 (m. 13-14)
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How to Play Schumann Traumerei on Piano, Op. 15, No. 7 - 24 Day Overview Video 13 (m. 13-14)
How to Play Schumann Traumerei on Piano, Op. 15, No. 7 - 24 Day Overview--Video 12
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How to Play Schumann Traumerei on Piano, Op. 15, No. 7 - 24 Day Overview--Video 11 (m. 12)
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Your instruction is great. This really helps out an older person who played as a kid and recently started up again 52 years later.
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Thank you for watching
Simple, straightforward,great explanation. Sometimes is simple is what we are looking forward. Thank you.
Thank you for watching! I hope this goes well for you
Thanks!
Thank you--glad to see you are on the next set!! Happy new year!
Is it okay to finger the second inversion with 1 3 5 ?. It seems quite natural for me, for 1 2 5 I seem to need to put more work into it.
Thanks for a great question. I want to clarify which inversion you are talking about and which hand you mean also. Here is what I recommend: FOR RIGHT HAND Root 1-3-5 (G-B-D or Do-Mi-So), 1st inversion 1-2-5 (B-D-G or Mi-So-Do), 2nd inversion 1-3-5 (D-G-B) FOR LEFT HAND: Root 5-3-1, 1st inversion 5-3-1, 2nd inversion 5-2-1 Let me know which exact chord you mean--I am always wanting it to feel easy but if you are taking exams it is good to make sure you can do the fingering I mentioned in this reply.
Thank you! You’re an inspiration. May you enjoy a fruitful and fun 2025. Happy New Year!🇺🇸
Thank you for your kind words on the music and the lessons. All the best for 2025 to you as well--some interesting projects in the works so please be on the lookout!
Hello again, could you suggest a bpm best speed for that exercises of that set? Thnks
Thank you so much for watching and doing these exercises. I hope they are helping! With regards to your question my best advice is to skip ahead in the timestamps to around 21:00 where the playthrough happens. Because every exercise is so different, there is not really a uniform bpm like we may see in scales or chords!
Thank you so much for teachinh
Absolutely! Thank you for watching. Full comprehensive tutorial for this piece will be available soon. Let me know if you are interested in details (not on UA-cam)
Thank you
Thank you for watching and supporting my channel!
Nice...similar videos on my Channel Playlist❤
Thank you I will check them out! Keep spreading the word through your music and instruction!
Thank you very much for these excellent videos! I found it helpful to read the transcripts after watching the videos, as frequently there was too much information, too fast, for me to absorb. I did watch all 24 videos, and I also watched your videos on Chopin Nocturne in c# minor. Very helpful, thank you! Barb Popma Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
Thank you for your support! Glad they helped! And you are from beautiful Canada, not really that far from me!
It is something great, keep us motivated and involved in music world❤
Thank you for your kind comment, and thank YOU for what you do for the music world!
Great 👍 She teaches the most difficult parts of the piece.
Thank you for watching my videos and taking time to comment. Yes, these scales are difficult!
Just what I started practicing just now, how helpful this is! If we are telepathically connected, the next piece you play would be flower song from Gustave Lange.
So great to hear. I must admit I wasn't familiar with the Flower Song but I just printed it out and it is gorgeous. So be on the look out!
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Dang, just love your energizer battery vibe and how precise you are with each video!! I'm getting back to piano after more than a decade. Yet, the scales still stick even with harmonic and melodic ones in contrary motion. Quite amazing what muscle memory can muster up! All students at my community college were/are taught using "alternative" fingering, which is a bonus because we always could spot where we needed to put our LH groupings for all sharp keys, or groups for RH with flat keys. As for C Major LH... I wonder if I should keep 321 4321 3. Or master the standard one just so the weakest 5th finger can get a good workout. :)) I am wondering if the standard fingering would have more advantages in the long run?...
First of all, great news that you are back to the piano after a break! Thank you for letting me know about the fingering you were taught. Honestly, I am not even sure what that is, but as for me, I recommend the standard fingering for C,G,D,A,E and the appropriate minors. So I prefer (and teach) 54321 321 4321 321 (LH going up). The thing is, you are right we need to strengthen our 5th finger whenever possible as it is our biggest asset when it comes to voicing. However, scales that you encounter in the classical repertoire at least will 80-90% of the time employ what I call "standard fingering" so my vote is to learn that and learn it well. When we encounter a scale in a piece that might call for different fingering, you can go on a case by case basis for the passage. Hope this helps!
WOW. Just ONE measure but loaded with nuance and technique. I'm on fire to watch other videos of yours! Thank you for your immense knowledge and sensitivity!
Thank you very much for your kind comment. I hope you enjoy the Chopin Nocturne Series. Let me know how it goes for you!
In a time when I feel some sadness, these music really bring warmth and peace. Excellent work. Thank you.
If my music can help bring peace from sadness I am happy.
Thank you!❤❤❤
Thank you for the kind message! I hope these songs bring you some peace this season!
@ actually your playing kept me company while I decorated my house! It was perfect.
That is exactly what I hope!--background music for holiday activities!
So beautiful ❤
Thank you for taking the time to watch!
❤🎉Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
Thank you! The more I do these videos the more I am convinced that it is really important to know the feel/sound/ins & outs of every key.
Thankyou, easy to follow and practical. South Africa
Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment--would love to visit South Africa one day! Best wishes!
🎉LOVED THIS😊
Thank you for taking the time to watch! More shorts coming soon and keep up the practice!
Measures 16 - 18 are definitely the challenge. I did work out how the gruppetto/turn was supposed to go on my own but this is a brilliant resource for that three measure section. 5 days in and hoping to have something proficient (if not elegant) to show to my instructor in ten days. I only have about 270 hours in my hands so far but I'd love to put this piece next to Gnossienne #1 as my second conquering.
Wow you have worked hard with your 270 hours. I love the Gnossienne as well. Let me know how it goes!
sehr lehrreich!
Danke! Thank you for watching
Wow, this is so helpful. Thank you!
Thank you for taking the time to let me know. Best wishes with this beautiful piece!
Thank you, just what I needed to grow further in this nocturne.
Thank you for letting me know! I hope it helps you out and best wishes
Great lesson ❤❤❤ Thanks
Thank you for watching and for the kind comment
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Thank you for subscribing and watching!
Thank you for the inspiration!
Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment!
thanks..this is very nice❤
Thank you for taking the time to watch and send me a message. Best wishes!
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Thank you, this was super helpful!
I am so happy to hear! A viewer introduced me to this piece a few years ago and I am so happy they did!
These series are really helpful with clear and detailed instructions. Thank you a lot, Jennifer!
Thank you very much for taking the time to comment. I LOVE Dozen a Day and am very happy you are using it--it is one of the best technique series there is. Best wishes!
Thank you for taking the time to explain the fingerings. I'm on the Central East Coast in the US!👍🏾
Thank you! These are the "standard" fingerings--of course there can be slight variations depending on the size of your hand but these tend to work quite well. I hope you and yours are safe from many of the recent storm events!
Thank you for explaining each exercise, other videos just show them being played, but no reason what you are learning as you play them. Thank you for your in depth explanation.
Thank you for taking the time to let me know, and I wish you well with your piano studies!
Best academic education piano channel, thank you from the bottom of my heart
Thank you for your kind comment. Working hard to create more content for all of you!
Grazie Olympia !molto molto utile questa lezione.
Prego! Thank you for watching
Do you teach online?
please send me an email at olympiapiano.jb@gmail.com
Thank you so much for the detailed tutorial. one of the things i am truly grateful on this Thanksgiving day is that I found your channel that helps me tremendously in learning piano.
What a kind message! I hope you and yours had a wonderful Thanksgiving day! I am thankful for all of my loyal viewers.
Thank you! Your patient teaching style and methodical approaches to learning new & difficult music are easy to grasp. I enjoy the journey of learning Chopin’s pieces. Your comprehensive tutorials makes the journey that much more enjoyable!
Thank you for taking the time to let me know!
Thank you it's very helpful for me, i think by using this strategy we can play more than 2 octave piano scales
Yes! You just keep alternating 3 and 4 for the longer scales. So for 3 octaves it would be 3-4-3-4-3 etc. Thanks for watching!
Sorry to bother you again. 😊 in measure 9, before you start the trill, how come you are playing the first grace note C with G for left hand? Is it wrong if you play the grace notes alone then when you start your trill to start playing left hand in this case your G sharp?
It's ok to ask questions. Most performers choose to start the grace notes with the LH although there is no "rule" about that. It is romantic music. If you would like to start the grace notes alone and then trill starting with LH G# that is your artistic vision. I have a little bit more about this measure in the 30 day overview of this piece ua-cam.com/video/DdKoCVVsXb0/v-deo.htmlsi=Pl0K1Iau1knpxUYk
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Thank you! More to come soon!
Thank you for great videos! ALABAMA. ❤
I am very happy you are watching them. I visited Alabama many years ago when I was playing a concert with an opera singer there, what a beautiful place!
Very impressive
Thank you for watching! you can use this tip for scales in C, D, A and E majors also!
These are really solid tips! Thank you!
I am very happy if they helped you and also grateful to you for watching and commenting!
I'm so glad to have this valuable lesson. Truly grateful!
You are welcome--I am working on this exercise in all of the keys so be on the lookout for them over the next couple of months!
This is so helpful! Thanks a lot❤
You are most welcome! Best wishes with these exercises!