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Wednesday, April 1, 2009

How to Play the Music on the Piano

By Bryan Smith

Many people these days are raised learning an instrument. So many people put their children in music lessons because it can really enrich their lives and provide a sense of accomplishment and good work ethics.

If you never had the chance as a child to experience being able to play and create music on your own, don't worry because it isn't too late. Everybody can and should learn!

Everybody loves music. It doesn't matter what kind of music you prefer because there is some kind that you enjoy. It would be practically impossible to find somebody who doesn't like the sound of music. It can relax you, it can fill you with energy, make you sad or make you feel inspired. Music is an extremely powerful thing.

This is why many people yearn to be able to play it themselves. Some people would love to be able to play but don't believe that they would be able to. Many of these people believe that the ability to play an instrument and make music is something that only certain people can do; people who were born with a certain talent.

Well, this is not at all true. Anybody, absolutely anybody is able to learn how to play any instrument as long as they are willing to dedicate some time and energy to the process. This process can even be fun!

Once you have overcome the obstacle of thinking that you won't be able to do it, the next big question is , "What will I play?". There are so many different instruments that it can be difficult to decide. One of the most popular instruments and a general favorite is the piano.

This is partially because the piano can hold its own. You can play absolutely any song by the piano and make it sound lovely without needing backup instruments. There are many other instruments such as the drums where this is not the case. You can't tell which song is being played when someone is only playing the drums can you? Of course not, because the drums never hold the melody.

The piano is an extremely popular instrument, and these days many people have them in their homes. If you are not one of those people but have decided that the piano is the instrument that you want to play, then don't worry because there are options for you.

A piano can be quite the investment; however there are many people trying to get rid of one for reasons such as moving, (piano's are large and not always moveable!), and are selling it for pennies. Look online and in second hand shops and you will have no problem finding yourself a beautiful piano without going broke.

If you have always wanted to learn how to play beautiful music with your own two hands then do it! Anybody is able to. All it takes is the necessary motivation. Consider taking up the piano, the most beautiful of all instruments, and one of the most easy to find for a good price. You will be learning in no time!

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