Course curriculum

    1. Welcome!

      FREE PREVIEW

    2. Chord Symbols & Major Triads

      FREE PREVIEW

    3. Daily Major Chord Exercise

    4. Module 1 Quiz: Major Triads

    1. Chord Symbols & Minor Triads

    2. Daily Minor Chord Exercise

    3. Daily Chord Exercise on White Keys

    4. Canon with Triads

    5. Module 2 Quiz: Minor Triads

    1. Play Major Vertical Solid Patterns

    2. Play Minor Vertical Solid Patterns

    3. Canon with Vertical Solid Patterns

    4. Module 3 Exercise: Ode to Joy

    1. Introducing Ascending Patterns

    2. Play Various Ascending Patterns

    3. Canon with Ascending Patterns

    4. Module 4 Exercise: Ode to Joy

    1. Introducing Ascending & Descending Patterns

    2. Apply Ascending & Descending Patterns to Other Chords

    3. Canon with Ascending & Descending Patterns

    4. Module 5 Exercise: Ode to Joy

    1. What are Repeated Solid Patterns?

    2. Apply Repeated Solid Patterns to Other Chords

    3. Canon with Repeated Solid Patterns

    4. Module 6 Exercise: Ode to Joy

About this course

  • $49.00
  • 41 lessons
  • Asynchronous
  • Piano, Keyboard
  • Ages 10+

Get excited to learn!

  • Chord Symbols

    Learn to read and play according to major & minor chord symbols

  • Left-Hand Patterns

    Be introduced to 15+ patterns you can play to accompany any given melody.

  • Arrange & Improvise

    Unlock your creative potential with expert guidance on arranging & improvising.

Accompany any melody with ease!

Master left-hand patterns and reading chord symbols.

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Meet your instructor!

Herbert Kwan

Pop Piano Instructor

Young Steinway Artist Herbert Kwan is a professional multi-instrumentalist musician, known for his piano performances in various concerts featuring Asian celebrities. His involvement in concerts do not limit to performing, as he also arranges music specializing in orchestral and band sound. For the past few years, he had take on the role of a Music Director for 金池 "大女人" 世界巡迴演唱會之溫哥華站 (Jin Chi Live in Vancouver 2017), 平安世界巡回演唱會溫哥華站 (Ping An Live in Vancouver 2016), 超級女聲加拿大總決賽 2016 (Super Girl Singing Competition Canada Finals 2016), Vancouver Chinese Film Festival's Award Ceremony 2016, Canadaian Cancer Society Annual Gala featuring Pancy Lau 劉鳳屏. With his unique style of playing, passion for music, the eagerness for music perfection, and more than 20 years of professional music education, Herbert Kwan is one of the most active young musicians among the Chinese community in Vancouver.

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FAQ

  • Are there any prerequisites for this course?

    Yes, it is recommended that students have a basic understanding of music notation before enrolling. You should be familiar with the names of the notes and be comfortable reading music in both the treble and bass clefs. This foundation will help you get the most out of the course and progress more smoothly.

  • Do I need a piano/keyboard to take this course?

    Yes, for the best learning experience, we recommend that you have access to a piano or keyboard while taking this course. This course offers a number of hands-on practice opportunities.

  • I am younger than 10 years. Can I still take this course?

    Yes! The age listed is a recommendation based on the curriculum rather than a requirement. If you are under 10 years old but are interested in learning Pop Piano and have the prerequisite knowledge & skills, you are welcome to join!

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