Piano for Beginners Lesson 3 - Getting Better at Counting Music

This video tutorial covers the basics of playing and understanding the note Middle C on the piano. It explains the different note values such as semi breve, minim, and crotchet, and how they are represented in music notation. The tutorial includes demonstrations of playing Middle C as crotchets and writing music using these notes. It also emphasizes the importance of counting beats in bars and practicing with proper hand positioning. The lesson concludes with a review of the key concepts and encourages students to practice the exercises.

What is the correct way to position your hands when playing middle C?

What is the purpose of a double bar line in music?

How many beats are there in each bar when using crotchets?

What should you do to ensure the first beat of a bar is played strongly?