Moszkowski: Etude in D Minor Op. 72 No. ...

I almost forgot about this one! The tenth in Burgmuller's set of 25 etudes for piano - I forgot I had recorded this one along with the previous nine and just came across it. This etude (exercise) is intended to provide technique for repeated notes played by independant fingers. I ... Show More

I've finally completed the last Sonatina in Clementi's Opus 36! I actually recorded this over a year ago and am just barely getting around to releasing it. I apologize for the long delay. I hope that you will enjoy my recording of this work! 

The next in the Clementi Sonatina set that I've been working on. This was actually recorded many months ago, but I haven't had time to publish it :-) This performance did not turn out great. I would label it as "sloppy" and "rushed" in many parts. However, I am just as human and ... Show More

Here's a quick reminder about octaves. Also, a quick elaboration on the tech to show how octaves work. Thank you for tuning in. follow along: https://learn.davyyyyg.com/music-theory/octave/ 

A simple and powerful technique.  

Hello! understanding semitones. Excited to show you what semitones are in music. If you have made it this far I am happy for you because you are on the road to making the major scale! This will enable you to play in key. But first semitones, and the chromatic scale. basics first. ... Show More

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Listen as we dig a little deeper into the major scale. We will also discuss key signatures and how to identify them by using the order of sharps or flats and a few tricks we picked up along the way. The circle of fifths will make its brief debut as will the concept of diatonic an ... Show More

Melodic dictation, the act of transcribing and notating a melody by ear, is a crucial skill for a musician to cultivate. In this episode, we will focus on the ever elusive Locrian mode. Let's listen! 

<p>This week Alex and I dive into the key music tips that made tango easier for us. Whether you’re a leader or a follower, understanding certain music fundamentals helps you to get to that fun part of tango quicker. This is because no matter how much/little vocabulary you might k ... Show More

A simple and effective technique.