Taught by renowned instructor
Dominic Cheli
In this course, Dominic Cheli teaches the 9 basic articulation markings, how to execute them, and how they relate to different dynamics, styles, and composers.
How to Play Staccato
In this lesson, Dominic Cheli teaches how to play staccato (short) notes. He talks about using the finger, wrist, and arm as well as why staccato notes can be the most physically demanding of any articulation.
How to Play Legato
In this lesson, Dominic Cheli teaches how to play legato (smooth) music and why dovetailing notes, in addition to smooth dynamics and pedaling, is the perfect combination.
The 9 Basic Articulations
In this lesson, Dominic Cheli teaches the 9 basic articulations that are found throughout all music, how to execute them, and what they mean musically.
How to Play Different Articulations Between the Hands
In this lesson, Dominic Cheli teaches how to play different articulations, at the same time, in one hand.
The Meaning of Articulations for Different Composers
The same articulation marking can mean different things to different composers, and in this lesson, Dominic guides you through numerous composers and examples.
Dynamics and Their Relation to Articulation
Dynamics and articulations are closely intertwined and in this lesson, Dominic teaches how to interpret articulation markings depending on the music's dynamics.
How to Add Your Own Articulation to Music
Some music does not have any articulation markings, such as baroque repertoire. In this lesson, Dominic teaches how to create your own articulations and certain guidelines to follow in order to create satisfyingly stylistic performances.
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Unlock Course →Dominic Cheli’s career includes debuts at Walt Disney Concert Hall and at Carnegie Hall. He has CDs out on the Naxos and Delos labels and is the Head of Piano at tonebase.
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