Part 10: Using the Pattern Method with a Classical Song: Gymnopédie No.1 by Erik Satie

The Pattern Method was different from how music was normally taught, and it became apparent quickly that if I wanted to learn pieces of music written by others, I wouldn’t immediately know from a pattern how to play Mozart or Ben Folds. However, knowing what pattern a song was in (which I could easily figure out using YouTube videos of someone playing a song I wanted to learn) greatly accelerated my learning of that song. Better yet, I could riff, improvise, blend, and enjoy the music in new and creative ways. For this particular piece, I found this video helpful.

Breakdown Part 1

Breakdown Part 2

Navigate the DLGPM Video Series

  1. Introduction to the Pattern Method
  2. The DLGPM Chart: L-Pattern Basics
  3. Example: The Cameraman
  4. Piano Basics: “Floors,” Keys and Families of Notes
  5. Examples of Patterns on the Piano
  6. Improvisation Examples: Blend Creation With Practice
  7. Improv Technique: Anchor and Dance Hands
  8. Two-Handed Improvisations on Every Floor
  9. Play With Others In A Pattern!
  10. Using the Pattern Method with a Classical Song: Gymnopédie No.1 by Erik Satie <—
  11. Play with Someone on a Different Instrument
  12. Pattern Method Transitions
  13. Using the Pattern Method with a Classical Song: Moonlight Sonata by Ludwig Beethoven
  14. Ideas
  15. Closing

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