January 16th, 2009 by Lisa | 11 Comments »
Requests for current or contemporary songs.
I am sure you have already noticed that piano lesson curriculum is full of traditional songs, classical songs and they all seem to be offering the same list of songs. Why is this and why aren’t there more current songs included?
The answer to that is that copyright laws protect current songs. Songs that are newer than 120 years older are actually still under copyright laws. The songs you see in most curriculum is over 120 years old, which are called “public domain” songs. These are the songs you will learn. However, as you see most songs that are loved throughout the world fall into this 120 year old catagory! ~smile~
The good news is this… when you learn to read music using these beautifully written 120 year old favorites, you will be able to use your new reading skills to read and play any song of your choice outside of the curriculum. Purchasing more current songs through sheet music stores online is not very expensive, and going shopping for new music is like going to a candy store!
So, I recommend that you learn to read music, play the classics, and then go shopping for more!
Lisa,
What should I look for when purchasing sheet music? Should I limit my choices to songs that look just like the ones in the lessons? Should I be able to play all the music called “Easy Piano” when I finish Lesson 12? I am so anxious to learn some of the songs I love, and would like to use them to practice. There are “easy” versions of those songs, like “All I Ask of You’ and “Memory” and such. Will I frustrate myself if I try some of those pieces now, in Lesson 6??
Karen
Hi Lisa:
My Testimony is that I always play piano by ear, I am
not be able to read music. I begin to take your
piano lessons, My major struggle in music was
understand both cleft and Play with both Hands
Now is possible, I bought the book where
the pieces are challenging because you have
to play the Notes and two chords at the same time
Thats I am doing now. Karen your dream will become
a reality be able to play all songs Easy piano Classic.
My words of encourage pursuit your dream
I Love you
Brunilda Davila
HI TEACHER LISA
HOW IS YOUR TRIP SO FAR? IM ENJOYING YOUR TRIP SO MUCH. THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS BEATIFUL EXPERIENCE WITH US.
I ENJOYED WATCHING YOU PLAYING HOW GREAT
THOU ART, ONE OF MY FAVORITE SONGS.
I LOVE THIS SONG. THANK YOU,
IM GOING TO START PRACTICING THIS BEAUTIFUL
SONG.
ENJOY THE REST OF YOUR TRIP. AND THANK YOU
FOR EVERYTHING.
SINCERELY,
Elisa
Hello!
How are you Lisa? I hope you are well and all is well. I hope your students are well also.
Would you happen to have Canon in D Major sheet music? I had it on an e-mail that you have circulated. Unfortunately, I lost it. :s If not, that is ok. Would you know where I can get it?
Thanks in advance.
Have a great day!
Sincerely,
Danielle
i would like to request winter sonata (korean song). I play piano because i really love to play that song
hello,
Lisa,uhm,i really really like to play a song (canon in D), but i can’t find it anywhere..if you would happen to have any, i wish to have a copy….thank you very much and godbless!
gnas,
Hi Lisa, I am on Lesson 11 right now, would like to request the song “Let It Be” by John Lennon. Can you help me?
Thanks in advance,
Have a Nice day!
Cindy
Hi Lisa, I am on Lesson 11 right now, would like to request the song “Let It Be” by John Lennon. Can you help me?
Thanks in advance,
Have a Nice day!
Cindy
Hi Lisa,
I hope you are feeling better and eating good.
I have been trying to teach myself the song “Autumn Leaves I seem to do ok with the right hand, but when I add my left and listen to it on tape it sounds!!!! Lets just say not so good. can you help? Thank you Lisa and I do hope you are feeling better.
Lisa,
I hope you are feeling much better. When you are able to, I would appreciate it if you arrange for downloading the “bonus” tune that was to accompany the purchased “Smile” song. Thanks.
Ed
Hello Gnas:
Canon in D, you can find this beautiful piece in
this website; www. Musicnotes.com, Also you
can find how to played and the sheet music
that is available to printed it . another alternative
is in Lisa course is really sure to find this music.
I hope you find it.
Brunilda