Blog #1 (4-11-17)

For the research, I had to learn how to read music before practicing on the piano. I have learned how to play the piano for a year during my 8th grade year, however I have forgotten many things. I found a website called http://datadragon.com/education/reading/ . It teaches the viewers the basics of reading music through short and easy lessons. It doesn't leave out the basics at all. So far, I was able to learn about clefs, time signatures, types of notes, and types of rests. Using this information, I have gained the ability to start reading music. I created flashcards and used websites, such as https://www.musictheory.net/exercises/note , to develop recognition of notes faster. I actually had the hardest time with this when I learned the piano; it contributed to my decision to quit. I truly hope this doesn't happen again. In addition, I am also worried about my time limit. Will I be able to learn it in time? How will the music turn out? My motivation will definitely be to carry awareness of mental illnesses to others through my passion of singing. I have never gotten the courage to post videos of myself singing permanently, but this is my chance to change. It will help me grow in confidence. I have also wanted to learn how to play songs on the piano, but I have never gotten the inspiration to do so. By next week, I hope that I can learn how to play a ballad, because my song will fall under that category. It will give me an idea of chords and melodies that fit with a sentimental tone. I am also currently developing songs and lyrics every day. I record them for later usage. So far, my Genius Hour Project is developing well.


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