Q&A: How to Play Thirds Correctly. Tips for Piano Beginners

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Video highlights:
00:00. Introduction.
00:18. The question that I answer in this video.
01:48. 'Finger-only' playing - the main cause of the issues you currently experience.
02:16. Solving a problem by breaking it down into smaller (and easier) elements. The 'magnifying glass' method.
03:02. Step-by-step practice demo for the uncomfortable LH interval/chord from 'One Fine Day'. The third from bar 1. Whole-arm non-legato.
04:08. Hand position and arm alignment.
04:54. How to control the sound intensity.
05:57. The chord form bar 2.
07:10. Connecting these two structures, non-legato. The benefits of non-legato practice.
08:12. The legato stage. The dangers of practicing legato straight away.
09:55. Using weight transfer.
10:44. The playing freedom that will result from building a strong foundation while you are a beginner.
11:38. Practicing the difficult RH transition from Vivaldi's 'Spring'. Paying attention to the articulation effect from the score.
12:15. Applying the 'magnifying glass' method to this spot.
14:04. Leading with the arm. Wrist navigation. Keeping an immobile '5-finger' position - another possible cause of your problem.
15:20. Tips for your independent practice.

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