(101) Intro video
Introduction
Welcome message from Gabby.
Purpose: To teach various piano accompaniment patterns.
Acknowledgment of the Marisa method, taught by Gabby's internship director at RGB Music Therapy.
Overview of Patterns
Total of five accompaniment patterns will be covered.
Patterns will be demonstrated using a C chord.
Each pattern will have associated videos and a YouTube playlist for further learning.
Piano Accompaniment Patterns
1. Downbeat Quarter Pattern
Description: Traditional pattern played on the downbeat.
Left Hand: Plays the C chord (C, G) on the downbeat.
Right Hand: Plays quarter notes.
Count Example: 2, 3, 4, and 1, 2, 3, 4.
Variations: Can also be played in 3/4 time: 1, 2, 3, 1.
2. Alternating Bass Pattern
Description: Useful for country or folk songs.
Left Hand: Alternates playing the root and fifth of the bass.
Right Hand: Plays the C chord (C, E, G) in between bass notes.
Key Point: Nature of the pattern adds movement to the accompaniment.
3. The Rock Pattern
Description: A "rocking" feel or swing to the rhythm.
Left Hand: Plays the bass, with an option to alternate.
Right Hand: Think of it as creating a rhythm that mimics rocking a baby.
Imagery: Picture the motion as gentle, creating a laid-back feel.
4. Boom Chuck Chuck Pattern
Description: Mimics the sound of a guitar playing.
Left Hand: Plays bass notes on the "boom."
Right Hand: Performs the "chuck, chuck" rhythm.
Count Example: Think of playing it in a typical song structure on beats 3.
5. Arpeggio Pattern
Description: More advanced pattern involving hand movement.
Left Hand: Plays the chord (either root note or entire chord).
Right Hand: Main movement consists of playing root, middle, fifth, middle.
Movement Sequencing: Root, middle, root, fifth, middle, root, middle.
Practice Tip: Start with whole chords and simplify with just the bass note for practice.
Conclusion
Review of patterns to be demonstrated individually.
Encouragement for viewers to practice and improve their piano skills using these patterns.