Allysia - I'm relatively new to your channel - just came across this video and the other related RCM videos. Thanks for the introduction to the RCM system. I realize this isn't an instructional program, but rather an evaluation of skill level. And that's exactly what I need. I have a couple different very good instructional online programs. I need the RCM tools both as an of my current skill level, now and I progress, and to provide focused goals to guide the practice sessions in the instructional program. The RCM material will directly score my levels, but I can also use it to (for example, at the early levels) focus on expanding equivalent levels with all keys, not just those tested. i've ordered both Preparatory series (A & B) and the Level 1 and Level 2 sets. Looking forward to achieving both levels and extending into Levels 3 & 4. So - again, thanks for the presentation and explanations.
I'm noticing a deviation from what I see in my RCM lvl tech requirements on a couple of these broken triads in particular. ie: 'a minor broken triads' RH descending has 3rd finger on 1st inversion at 8:45 of the track. Can you spot where I mean? I personally think that this fingering rule can be broken in the context of a piece if the fingering elicits a desired sound. However, in a technical exercise, I think this is a mistake. Love the videos! and I agree with L.P. below; an exhaustive performance of all RCM technique levels would be a thankless gift to all of us out here!
Thank you very much for the video. One minor question: when pressing a key, what should the joint closest to fingertips (the one controlling motion of distal phalanx) do - should it be used to provide the force required to press the key, or just stay loose and not do anything?
Hi Allysia! Your videos are super helpful and I love your enthusiasm! I've studied violin for 12 years and I started learning piano on my own a couple of years ago. I was wondering what your opinion is on the Michael Aaron book series for piano? I took a few lessons for piano in the past and they started me on that method. How does it compare to RCM and ABRSM? Thanks so much for your input!
Hi ! I have my exam this week :) Does it matter where you start the scale on the keyboard ? I noticed you don’t always start at the same place that the RCM book does ?
Allysia - I'm relatively new to your channel - just came across this video and the other related RCM videos. Thanks for the introduction to the RCM system. I realize this isn't an instructional program, but rather an evaluation of skill level. And that's exactly what I need. I have a couple different very good instructional online programs. I need the RCM tools both as an of my current skill level, now and I progress, and to provide focused goals to guide the practice sessions in the instructional program. The RCM material will directly score my levels, but I can also use it to (for example, at the early levels) focus on expanding equivalent levels with all keys, not just those tested.
i've ordered both Preparatory series (A & B) and the Level 1 and Level 2 sets. Looking forward to achieving both levels and extending into Levels 3 & 4.
So - again, thanks for the presentation and explanations.
Would love to see this video done for every RCM level, including Prep A and Prep B! Love your videos!
I think I've done one for grade 2, but you're right - I'll have to go back and do the prep ones! Thanks!
do one for grade two please, i need it for my exam
Very helpful to see this laid out so simply and clearly; it looks doable, within the range of possibility.
+John Kilbourne Thanks! And it is totally doable!
I'm noticing a deviation from what I see in my RCM lvl tech requirements on a couple of these broken triads in particular. ie: 'a minor broken triads' RH descending has 3rd finger on 1st inversion at 8:45 of the track. Can you spot where I mean? I personally think that this fingering rule can be broken in the context of a piece if the fingering elicits a desired sound. However, in a technical exercise, I think this is a mistake. Love the videos! and I agree with L.P. below; an exhaustive performance of all RCM technique levels would be a thankless gift to all of us out here!
Perfect.thanks❤
Thank you for your video.
I love youuu. Thank you so much :)
Thanks for your videos!!!
Wow thank you for your work! Youre like the female version of Justinguitar except for Piano :)
Excellent channel. Have you treated yourself to a good digital piano? ( Always in tune )
Thank you very much for the video.
One minor question: when pressing a key, what should the joint closest to fingertips (the one controlling motion of distal phalanx) do - should it be used to provide the force required to press the key, or just stay loose and not do anything?
Hi Allysia! Your videos are super helpful and I love your enthusiasm! I've studied violin for 12 years and I started learning piano on my own a couple of years ago. I was wondering what your opinion is on the Michael Aaron book series for piano? I took a few lessons for piano in the past and they started me on that method. How does it compare to RCM and ABRSM? Thanks so much for your input!
I have that piano
What keyboard is that?
Hi ! I have my exam this week :) Does it matter where you start the scale on the keyboard ? I noticed you don’t always start at the same place that the RCM book does ?
why does 8:37 sound like moonlight sonatas starting😂