Piano Lessons

scoobydoo


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 2434

Message Posted:
10/07/2009 13:22

I have a keyboard and am looking for someone who can teach me how to play it, preferably on the Catalkoy side of Girne.



I would prefer it the lessons to be on a one to one as opposed to a group.



I have had a few piano lessons and know some of the basics ie some scales and basic tunes, but that is about all.



Is there anyone who can teach a 'slow' learner?

Traveller0392


Joined: 21/03/2008
Posts: 186

Message Posted:
10/07/2009 16:07

... Hi Scooby,



What kind of stuff are you looking to play? ... if you are struggling there are amillion sites on You Tube... just type in something like easy paino.. learning etc... there are a few on there that are always trying to sell you something.. ignore them.. there are plenty that are free and very good.



ps. What type of 'keyboard' do you have?'... If you know anyone that is looking for one.... at the moment I have 3 and need to sell one...

Rosebet



Joined: 19/04/2009
Posts: 45

Message Posted:
10/07/2009 16:26

Hi Traveller,



Can you tell me more about the keyboard you want to sell?



Make, model, octaves, price.



Thank you.



Sharon

cooksj@btconnect.com

Traveller0392


Joined: 21/03/2008
Posts: 186

Message Posted:
10/07/2009 16:43

Hi Rosebet,



At the moment I have a Yamaha PSR 8000, Korg X5D and I am selling the Yamaha GX-76... which has 88 keys... in Octaves.... so that's about ... it's long.. ! .. touch sensitive... great piano sound.. lots of other gadgets and if you are technically minded, I'll show you how to use the MIDI function... So you can add loads of backing etc.. great gadget. ....



Anyway.. this isn't the selling forum... Scooby wants some lessons... but if you are interested I'm open to offers.

Rosebet



Joined: 19/04/2009
Posts: 45

Message Posted:
10/07/2009 17:09

Thanks Traveller,



I'll have a think about it and get back to you if that's ok.



Sharon

Traveller0392


Joined: 21/03/2008
Posts: 186

Message Posted:
10/07/2009 17:38

Hi Scooby. If you want any music books. . And a general idea how to get started, i can give you plenty of stuff. . . . Basic left hand. . . . Techniques etc. . . . . Once you've learned the basic chords and stuff you'll be well on your way. . . . Maybe you'll be on stage soon. . . . Do you play any other instruments?

racoonchic



Joined: 17/11/2008
Posts: 3223

Message Posted:
10/07/2009 19:14

my wifes friend gives lessons in bachelli call me on 05338384636 for her tele no

scoobydoo


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 2434

Message Posted:
10/07/2009 21:56

Thanks Traveller, I don't think I will be on stage for quite a while, in fact probably a very long while! I am the type of person that needs to be shown how to play as I am not a natural player but I do enjoy it when i get going. You have to either work or have a hobby over here.



I have had a few piano lessons realising that it would be better in the long run then I can play from keyboard or piano music books.



I do have a collection of books called 'The complete keyboard player' but I got stuck and decided a few lessons would not go amiss.



I do not play any other instruments and i do sing extremely badly and always in the shower!!!



I may well take you up on your offer though, thank you so much for offering. Which area are you in?



Sue

Traveller0392


Joined: 21/03/2008
Posts: 186

Message Posted:
11/07/2009 01:21

Ha ha. . . . . .very true, if you want a hobby this is a good start, in fact i wish i could play more. . . . Only manage a couple of hours each day. . . . And thats been the case for the last 30 years. . . . .cmd i'm still learning. . . . The good thing about these modern keyboards is you can play like an expert in a very short time. . . . Almost playing by numbers. . . . Find a tune that you like and practise that one. . . . Have a goal and aim towards it. . . . As i said, if you need some quick basic tuition, will be happy to point you in the right direction. . . . . Personally, i've never had a lesson in my life. . . . And i've even put my stuff on you tube. . . . Although my singing is terrible. . . . Ha ha. . . . Ps . . . My grand father was an excellent player, but couldn't read a note of music. . . .

Rosebet



Joined: 19/04/2009
Posts: 45

Message Posted:
11/07/2009 09:26

Hi Traveller,



I am interested in the GX-76 keyboard with 76 keys. I would be able to offer you £120.00.



I'll leave that thought with you.



Thank you.



Kind Regards

Sharon

Traveller0392


Joined: 21/03/2008
Posts: 186

Message Posted:
11/07/2009 10:41

Hi Rosebet,



I will send you an email... thanks for the reply.

Traveller0392


Joined: 21/03/2008
Posts: 186

Message Posted:
11/07/2009 13:11

Message for Scooby,

If you have the Books for 'The complete keyboard player' these are okay but have the usual songs in them... fleur de lise etc... not very inspiring... my neice was looking to play guitar a couple of years ago and my brother insisted she learns chords... as you do when learning to play the piano or whatever.. its all about technique.... this is one version...

The other way is to find where you want to be in lets say 6 months... have a look at that and then decide how to go about learning the chords, timing etc... Assuming you're not into heavy metal.... pick something fairly easy and I reackon within about 3 months assuming you get plenty of practise... this is the boring bit... then you should be up to perfomance level... go for it!

Most the people my age, who were having piano lessons do not play now... although a very good friend of my brothers went on to play with Johnny Logan ...

At the moment I am learning Child in Time.. Deep Purple!

scoobydoo


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 2434

Message Posted:
12/07/2009 13:06

Hi traveller,



Heavy metal .... fat chance! I've only just got pass The White Rose of Athens, how inspiring is that?



Any chance you could send me a contact number or email address via text message to 0533 842 8713, I would be interested in taking you up on your offer 'to point me in the right direction'.



Having just come back from UK, I picked up all 4 books for the complete keyboard player and a couple of others ie Elton Johns hits, Beatles etc. So I am ready to go!!



Thank you



Scoobydoo (Sue)

Traveller0392


Joined: 21/03/2008
Posts: 186

Message Posted:
12/07/2009 14:55

ha ha. . . At least you are past jingle bells then. . . . .

scoobydoo


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 2434

Message Posted:
13/07/2009 16:22

oh, I don't know ... this is the first tune in the book. I haven't made it to jingle bells yet!!



When you are next in TRNC, please contact me, as i said I would love to take you up on your offer of basic tuition to get me started.

Traveller0392


Joined: 21/03/2008
Posts: 186

Message Posted:
13/07/2009 17:38

Hi Scooby...



I live in Kyrenia... I'm very busy most days at the moment and have an audition with one of the local bands this week.. Turkish Rock band.. that should be interesting... they play mostly English/Amercian/Rock... Well it's not really an auditon, more like I gave the lead my number last week and asked them to get in touch if they wanted a keyboard player.. should be fun...



I'll try to catch up with you in a week or so... I always think you can learn an instrument in about 20 minutes... but it's the practise that takes about 30 years! Speak to you soon.

scoobydoo


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 2434

Message Posted:
14/07/2009 09:28

Many thanks Traveller and good luck with your auditions. Speak to you soon, meanwhile I will be plugging away at my keyboard!

spider


Joined: 03/01/2009
Posts: 5527

Message Posted:
14/07/2009 11:41

Sue have faith in yourself..you will end up just great plodding along...sure hubby will enjoy listening,if not i have earplugs for him.....Was so nice to meet you both.and do hope we meet again,take care..and if you fancy,and have the time do try to make it to the afternoon tea swim-a-long.and bring a friend.!!



Regards Spider,X

scoobydoo


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 2434

Message Posted:
14/07/2009 15:11

Hi Maria,



I will keep plodding along and better still because I have an electronic keyboard I can plug my headphones in and i don't annoy the neighbours or hubby!!



Thanks for the invitation to afternoon tea but unfortunately i can't make it, have a good time and regards to hubby, see you soon.



Sue