#2 Piano Trick: Rosa's EZ Octave Hands Play Advanced Chords

Unlock Rich Sounds on Piano: Master the Art of Octave Handshapes

Want to play full, resonant sounds on the piano's right hand? This course reveals Rosa's secret to creating rich tones from single melody notes found in Fake Books and lead sheets. Learn a powerful technique to instantly expand your musical possibilities.

Rosa's Secret: Right Hand Octave Handshapes

Discover how to use octave handshapes to add depth and color to your playing. We'll explore these techniques:

• 2TO - 2 Tone Octave: A foundational octave shape.
• 3TO - 3 Tone Octave: Expanding your tonal range.
• 4TO - 4 Tone Octave: A versatile octave for chord voicings.
• 5TO - 5 Tone Octave: The ultimate in rich, full sound.

Expand Your Chord Vocabulary

With Rosa's Octave Handshape, you can effortlessly play:

• Double Melody Tones: Add emphasis and harmonic interest.
• 3rds: Enrich your melodies with harmonic color.
• 5ths: Create powerful and resonant chord foundations.
• 6ths: Add a sophisticated harmonic touch.
• 7ths: Explore complex and expressive chord voicings.
• 9ths: Enhance your chords with added color and complexity.

4TO Handshape for Versatile Chords

The 4TO handshape unlocks a wide range of chord possibilities:

• Triads: The building blocks of harmony.
• 7th Chords (4 Tones): Major 7th, Minor 7th, Dominant 7th – explore a spectrum of harmonic colors.
• 9th Chords (5 Tones): Major 9th, Minor 9th, Dominant 9th – add sophisticated textures to your playing.

Practical Application: Learn with Song Examples

We'll practice the 4TO handshape with popular songs, providing ample opportunities to develop your skills. You'll learn to apply this EZ Octave handshape to:

• "When A Child Is Born"
• "The Old Rugged Cross"
• "Love Me Tender (aka Aura Lee)"
• "Morning Has Broken"

After completing this course, you'll be able to apply the same principles to any song in your repertoire!

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