Piano Theory 1-0

Unit 1 – Navigation and Piano Basics

This unit is suited to those who are just beginning to learn piano/electronic keyboard, or for someone who wishes to refresh their skills from “yesteryear”!

In this unit you will learn how to navigate the keyboard/piano, identify notes on the piano and learn some basic information relating to playing the piano.

At the conclusion of this unit, there are 20 questions to test your knowledge.

  • Black and white keys
  • Number of keys on a keyboard/piano
  • The musical alphabet
  • Finger numbers
  • Matching the music alphabet to the piano keys
  • Finding Middle C
  • High and low sounds
  • Easy location of music notes
  • Hints when sitting and playing the piano
  • Octaves
  • Key touch sensitivity
  • Legato
Note: The terms “piano” and “keyboard” are treated the same, whether you have a normal sized piano, or, an electronic keyboard.