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Learning piano on midi keyboard
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Join Date: Mar 2003
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I am interested in learning to play the piano. I want to be able to read music, not just memorize songs. I was wondering:
- Is there any REALLY GOOD software for OS X that can teach me?
- Can I learn effectively using a midi keyboard? What is the minimum number of keys you'd suggest I get? Should I get a sustain pedal? Any recommendations on a specific keyboard would be appreciated.
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Join Date: Oct 2001
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64 keys is as small as you'll want. 88 is a full size piano. I suggest just getting a begingin piano book at a local music store and starting from there. Get a teacher too. Talent isnt always free!!! Get a few lessons at least.
Be patient.
Sustain pedal is a must. 2nd only to a power cable!
good luck
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Hey, I was willing to pay for software!  But seriously... I would think that software had reached the point where it could do a very effective job teaching you.
I understand the value of a music teacher, software just seems such a convenient way to learn. At home, whenever I feel like it, etc.. Plus the software would presumably be able to aid me in my practice time, evaluating and drilling me, etc..
Perhaps a combination of the two would be a good way to go. I'm still interesting in hearing about any good software titles out there...
Originally posted by SeSawaya:
Get a teacher too. Talent isnt always free!!! Be patient.
Sustain pedal is a must. 2nd only to a power cable!
good luck
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Join Date: Dec 1999
Location: Plainview, NY
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i have two suggestions:
get a keyboard with weighted keys, else you'll be a fish out of water when you play on a real piano.
get a teacher. really.
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Mac Enthusiast
Join Date: May 2001
Location: New York, NY, USA
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trying to learn an instrument without using a real live human teacher makes the baby jesus cry. seriously.
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Join Date: Jun 2002
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Amazing.... I have a daughter without anyone showing me how to do it and yet I havent heard Jesus cry.....
on a more serious note, one is able to teach himself whatever he pleases though it will be like re-inventing the wheel, alot of mistakes and frustration that could of been avoided by asking the apropriate person on how to do it
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