Solfege Recognition: An Ear Training Idea

[@najihahrahman1086]

Where on earth did this video hide from me?! It's been years yet i just discovered this colorful lesson of yours! I found this very humble from a powerful online teacher like you. I agree to some people commented previously which we nowadays are taught and exposed to only plain scores and sheets forgetting the soul and passion. Hope it's not too late to thank you sir!! Your simple yet sweet deed surely is continuously spreading the earthlings. I rarely post comment on videos but when I do, it really means something. Sorry for the long comment though! Love from Malaysia.

[@Pianoologist]

I am both humbled by and grateful for your most kind and generous words, my friend! All the best to you in music and life!

[@larryluger4917]

I am so pleased you recommend learning solfeggio ! It is very important to me as a jazz musician wonderful insight ! Thanks!

[@Pianoologist]

It means a lot coming from a real musician, Larry. I dig your trio.

[@kindreddarkness]

You are, hands down, the best piano teacher I have ever seen. Ever. Dude, you are a blessing.

[@Pianoologist]

Wow! Your most kind words of appreciation made my week!

[@toneseeker87]

i love how you encourage. teachers like you must be given a token of appreciation :)

[@the_other_dude]

Couldn't agree with you more! Plus, it's like I have Hyde (Steven Masterson from That 70's show) teaching me some valuable lessons. Subbed! Cheers!

[@wendelleph]

I was using f3 to find someone commenting on how he looked like jon snow. What I found is you

[@AngelandAna1]

Aww! You are wonderful!! I used to sing very well as a child and I lost it somewhere in my teens. It hurt so much because singing was my love. This video gives me hope :)

[@Pianoologist]

Music to my ears, Ana! I am so happy you rediscovered your love of music!

[@ramirotell]

This video should be named "Ear training and motivation", i couldn't guess a single note! but i'm still motivated! Thanks man!

[@Pianoologist]

Thank you for the positive energy, Ramiro! I am so glad to know you are still motivated! Please let me know how it goes.

[@dayonmage3946]

this helped me a lot, Frank. at first when I began watching I worried you were might be another lousy theory expert with an over-inflated opinion of himself but after watching all the way through I got the sense that you really want to help people and there is humility in you

[@ShadVick]

I have been playing by ear for 38 years. I get by pretty well. I've never had a teacher or lessons, but realizing now the importance of some theory. You mix both so well that you are my new piano teacher. Seriously you speak my language somehow. Thanks bro.

[@Pianoologist]

Music to my ears, SV!

[@paulharris8551]

I like the idea of always establishing the key first. A note or interval has a different feeling depending on what key you're in.Thanks for this concept. I will try it out!

[@Pianoologist]

Go get 'em, man!

[@tdauthantic]

with sincere teacher like you , world is going to be ruled by music , great work and thanks .

[@Pianoologist]

Wow, Tushar! I am deeply moved by your most beautiful words of appreciation. The world needs lots more sensitive and generous people like you!

[@ivanalcazar3430]

Very helpful! I'm currently a singer in my school choir, and I sing very well, but I am struggling to train my ear to help with sightreading/singing. This is great! Thanks!

[@annasmusicbox]

Thank you so much for these lessons! After years struggling with the piano (studying the wrong way) I am finally getting to really learn what music is all about! I've improved so much in such a short period of time and all because of your lessons, so I could never thank you enough.. God bless, greetings from Florianopolis, Brazil :)

[@Pianoologist]

Your most generous words of appreciation made my day, Anna! It fills me with joy when artists like you resonate with the organic, discovery-oriented approach to music I am trying to socialize. All the best to you in music and life!

[@jama1155]

OH, what fun! Thanks Frank.

[@Pianoologist]

Thanks a bunch for the positive feedback and positive energy, Jim. Cheers!

[@thehappytwist]

You sir, are an inspiration. Thank you!

[@Pianoologist]

And people like you make all the hard work worthwhile! Cheers, Frank

[@RotorDrums]

thanks for a very nice tutorial. To me, this video is both educational and motivating! Excellent stuff!

[@gretsch3392]

Great video. Your personality really makes solfa seem like so much less of a task and is really humble and encouraging. Definitely recommending you to my students. Thanks.

[@Pianoologist]

Thanks so much for the positive feedback, Gretsch! It is particularly gratifying when teachers like you resonate with and want to share the organic music lessons I am trying to socialize! Happy teaching!

[@mikaelwilopo3534]

Excellent practice

[@Pianoologist]

Glad to be of help, Mikael! Cheers!

[@giannidinovi]

Great lesson! For me, the best yet so far! :) thanks man! :)

[@chubs42ify]

I love the way you explain things! And not bad on the eyes!

[@SalientTruth]

Thank you so much... its more of listening and connecting with what you here, thats Ive learnt from this. I need this.

[@Pianoologist]

Thank you for the positive feedback, Gaxton. It is heartening to know I have been of service. Cheers!

[@Msqbls]

I'm actually laughing at how genuinely astonished you were at 10:35 that F# sounded like that, hilarious. Fun to watch and great tip, definitely using it and sharing it with friends.

[@Pianoologist]

Thanks so much for good humor and positive feedback, my friend. Spread the joy!

[@KTS-Blessed]

Funny, informative, encouraging positive self feedback? Great!

[@ArielJeral]

You are super encouraging!!! I loved and enjoyed your lesson! You are awesome for your passion and giving character! Thank you so very much.

[@Pianoologist]

Thanks for the most kind words, my friend. it is my pleasure and privilege to share!

[@elquetocapiano]

this enhances spatial memory of the keyboard as well, therefore is GREAT Hey man I am very glad that I found this vid. Thanks!!

[@Pianoologist]

An escellent point to add! Thanks for chiming in, my friend!

[@Mezilesialan]

Thanks Frank. Really useful, enjoyable, and it is fun !

[@Pianoologist]

Thanks so much for the positive feedback, Alan. All the best to you in music and life!

[@Informant7]

I wish you were my piano teacher. I love my piano teacher but you are so full of encouraging energy. You make me feel like I can do anything. I am an adult student so sometimes I feel so challenged. I do not have the added advantage of a pianist who has been learning since they were a child. I get so bummed. I am learning how to play hymns for an upcoming festival and sometimes when I practice, I just want to pull all my hair out. This is my fourth year taking and the pieces get harder. Help!!!

[@EasyEarTraining]

This is a really great exercise for practising note degree recognition (with solfa syllables). Awesome!

[@MrCrystalm8]

Hey old buddy old pal!

[@Dekyiful]

I like your passion for the sound field...I'll share with my singing students...cheers from Australia

[@Pianoologist]

Spread the joy, D!

[@shahin1231]

What a great leeson, I've been wondering where to start with my ear training and this is perfect and also motivational. Thank you sir

[@Pianoologist]

Thanks for the positive feedback, Shahin. It is my pleasure and privilege to share.

[@csmrfx]

Thank you very much for sharing this. Very well made presentation. You are a benefit to humanity, I'd dare to say based on this. Will have to try this for a week or two.

[@Pianoologist]

Thank YOU, Casimir, for the very kind words. Generous and sensitive people like you give me hope for the whole world! Peace.

[@aurineidesilva7437]

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[@vampiroast]

Thank you so much Frank! You're a great teacher!!

[@williampfeifer2208]

You sir, are a treasure! Bravo Zulu!

[@Pianoologist]

+William Pfeifer Thank you so much for the zesty and positive feedback, William. Stay tuned for more!

[@blackpassenger]

great video. excellent work.

[@robertofavilla3573]

Thanks ,very kind Maestro, your suggestions are really useful ,congratulations, Roberto

[@Pianoologist]

Thanks a million, Roberto, for your kind words of appreciation. All the best to you in music and life!

[@RM-gm7lu]

I just visited your site and i think you are a good guy and i did like your philosophy. I will definitely try your idea. Thanks for sharing

[@tunokwe]

i like the way you teach with passion Peter. Tx a lot

[@Pianoologist]

Thanks so much, my friend. Passion is the only way! Peace.

[@arfoe]

Cool exercise. It's a nice way to mix it up. Thanks!

[@Pianoologist]

Glad you can dig it, Marcos. Peace!

[@avernellsolange]

Thank you so much! You're an excellent teacher

[@giannidinovi]

Again, GREAT LESSON MAN! :D

[@SuperRedflame101]

You are an awesome teacher. I don't play the piano just the guitar. However, this helps a lot especially your encouragements!

[@Pianoologist]

Music to my ears, Mais!

[@danawilson2771]

Excellent exercise! Thanks!!

[@Pianoologist]

Dana Wilson My pleasure and privilege, Dana.

[@ViolindEva]

Great work, well done!

[@JohnCrawfordSchoolOfMusic]

That was exstremely interesting and very well presented. Thank you!

[@JohnCrawfordSchoolOfMusic]

This is very effective using a guitar as well. I found it very insightful into my own ear's ability.

[@Pianoologist]

Thanks a bunch for words of appreciation, John.

[@robertofavilla3573]

Really very interesting,thank you,I'll apply this to myself and my students,That's Great!

[@Pianoologist]

Thanks for the most kind words of appreciation, Maestro Roberto. I especially love when TEACHERS discover my work and resonate with the lessons I am trying to socialize! Cheers!

[@bohdankrowicky3296]

beautifully done!

[@rhinojaxx4197]

i can hear the solfege when I play random notes. OMG!!!! Thank you!!!!!

[@YinYan_24]

Thank you very much for posting this...

[@johkonut]

This is amazing.

[@verandi3882]

wow, that was impressive, this technique is really helpful for guitar ,thank you a lots

[@Pianoologist]

Great point, Omar! Indeed, this applies to music made by any instrument! All the best, my friend!

[@ruzcurita7878]

Omaygoodness!! This helped me a lot!! 😊 You are the best! You just earned a subscriber!!!

[@shalomlynch]

You are AMAZING MAN!!! Love it !!!

[@Pianoologist]

I am glad we found each other, brother! Thanks and peace.

[@ainain9x]

This is really inspirational! Thank you!

[@Pianoologist]

Thanks for the words of appreciation, my friend!

[@woodlandsongbird]

This has really helped me. Thank you so much. :)

[@patrickwells4014]

It's different. If it can get someone to improve their musicianship, go head on. I was confused at first but as the video went on, it became interesting. I like the approach. It's engaging and could take away the drudgery of a predictable piano lesson on to a different plain.

[@Pianoologist]

Thanks so much for sharing your experience, Patrick. It gives me hope when artists like you discover my work and resonate with the organic approach that I trying to socialize against the tide. All the best to you in music and life! Slainte!

[@patrickwells4014]

@@Pianoologist Thank you sir. I can imagine that if you were to present this in its entire form and in a community center for novices that want to learn music or maybe a guest speaker or teacher in a community college, the students will benefit greatly.

[@Pianoologist]

@@patrickwells4014 Wow! What a lovely, lovely compliment, Patrick. Your most kind words of appreciation and encouragement make all the effort worthwhile. All the best to you, my friend. Cheers!

[@blaynewayne]

Very good presentation!!

[@Pianoologist]

Glad you dig it, BW!

[@Tjmm89]

I LOVE U PIANO OLOGIST UR VIDEOS MAKE SO MUCH LEARN I LOVE IT

[@Pianoologist]

Music to my ears, JJ! Peace.

[@djstraay]

wow awesome lesson thank you!

[@Pianoologist]

My pleasure, Samuel!

[@asd26583]

You are the best!

[@patrickwells4014]

Solfege, Solfeo, Solfeggio, is the most wonderful and reliable source for learning musicianship ever invented. It is attributed to Guido of Arezzo, Italy over a thousand years ago. All great musicians that followed Guido in Europe and all around the world have benefited greatly with this discipline. Its methods touch all aspects of of learning music and musicianship, It has such a long track record and guarantees success when you follow its methods faithfully.

[@Pianoologist]

Thanks so much for sharing the historical background, Patrick. I learned something new today! And thanks you for encouraging others to deepen their musical understanding by add Solfege to their knowledge base! All the best!

[@patrickwells4014]

@@Pianoologist Thank you. Have a very good day sir.

[@soupophobia]

thank you! thank you!

[@Pianoologist]

My pleasure and privilege to share, my fiend!

[@williowbrownlee1832]

Wow perfect functional

[@moisessantacruz8903]

Totally new on this but very interesting I will have to spend more time with it thanks.

[@Pianoologist]

Thanks for sharing, Moises. Like most truths, these things seem complicated at first, but it is really utterly simple and easy. Expect to make huge breakthroughs in minutes, hours, days, and weeks... NOT months and years! All the best to you in music and life.

[@moisessantacruz8903]

Piano-ologist Thank you so much.

[@moga1968]

Wonderful!!!

[@randallbehan2839]

Awesome dude.

[@PabloskyS84]

Hey great video, thanks for the words of encouragement!, although i appreciate more that you explain that this are reachable skills

[@thedraugr5069]

you're basically the love child of the big lebowski and Bob Ross. This is great stuff man

[@Pianoologist]

You have made my day, Destructiviser! Thanks a bunch for the most kind words and good humor. Peace.

[@gibbonschip]

Thanks for these tips. I still struggle with Solfege and ear training. I liked your comments to "trying" v. being receptive. Music is a language and we should be able to learn the sound of notes just like we learn words. Suggestion: Have you ever tried to use a mirror when filming your videos? Placed at the right angle on the piano it might let you focus the camera on the keys, when you want to talk to the camera you could look in the mirror instead of looking over you head.

[@healthboy20]

really really thank you sir .i can feel your passion ^0^

[@imaginableAudio]

really interesting video! great job

[@kahunamoneyminded8362]

Thanks

[@Pianoologist]

You're welcome

[@capungbiru94]

thank you so much.

[@jelisejanssonholtier5797]

thanks for the lesson. I really need to learn this, but also need to connect the sounds to the notes on the page.

[@evgeny1583]

Doctor: You have a twisted back. This guy: Yeah, I play piano. Doctor: But you should sit straight then. This guy: I also do youtube videos.

[@Pianoologist]

Thanks for the good humor, Evgeny!

[@MrShirotaicho]

You seem like a decent, generous man. Mr Frank :) I like your videos !

[@Pianoologist]

Dani Avr Thank you so much for seeing beyond the mere music lessons, Dani. Your most kind words can only come from a decent, generous person. All the best to you in music and life! : )

[@aierser]

Thanks mate .. Loving ya work~! :)

[@Pianoologist]

Thank YOU, mate, for your kind words of appreciation!

[@sullyisdaman5902]

thanks for the knowledge man

[@Pianoologist]

+Sully Isdaman You got it, Sully!

[@FilipPandrc]

Thank you.

[@Pianoologist]

Thanks for the appreciation, my friend!

[@PandaSergey]

I really love your videos. Your channel is definitely one of the best on this topic. Please continue making these awesome videos. you'r awesome and also you look like Brad Pitt. ps. When you say Key of C, I unintentionally start thinking about chicken :)

[@Zarinah]

I find calculus easier D: This video is extremely helpful, and I'm gonna check out some other videos of yours as well :) Thanks so much!

[@Pianoologist]

Thanks so much for your kind words of appreciation, Zarinah! All the best to you in music and life!

[@tantagasbohungkitas]

hello professor.. i salute your work. it was amazing to watch your lessons. dont worry about credential, i rather learn from a street musician although thesis-oriented musicians have research proof of their musicianship. thanks for inspiring creativity coz in the end the music must appears alive to our existence not kept for zombies to read. LOL! salute! 

[@Pianoologist]

Thank YOU, my friend, for your very kind words of appreciation. It gives me a deep feeling of satisfaction when artists like you discover my work and so profoundly get the message I am trying to share. Peace.

[@nourane4630]

thank you Sir !

[@Pianoologist]

My pleasure!

[@김민승-z6l]

thank you

[@tarasbaklan]

Thanks man! Hi to you from Ukraine!

[@Pianoologist]

My privilege and pleasure! Hi to you from New Mexico!

[@trevdogza]

Thank You !

[@Pianoologist]

Thank YOU!

[@potaylo]

Great video I would like to see a part 2 were you just do the exercise with very little explanation in the beginning so I can just listen and train my ear with my eyes closed. But say the answer after each note so I can confirm my guess thanks keep up the great work.

[@Pianoologist]

piano-ology.org/2018/03/22/study-aids-ear-training-solfege-pitch-recognition/

[@motivationnation6969]

Love what you're putting down Bro but my neck hurts.

[@Pianoologist]

Thanks for the kind words and good humor!

[@HARPAULSANDHU]

thank you great

[@santoshtokekar9944]

carry on bro...

[@kangdo91]

oh my god, finally It works! thank you very much :)

[@riverboatmusic6224]

진짜?

[@mihirlaldastv]

nice idea. will try it today and post d result later

[@Pianoologist]

+mihir kumar Can't wait! : )

[@rose52152]

Still waiting...

[@pepsiq210200]

mihir kumar hey man, did you have some result?

[@87rushi]

VERY NICELY EXPLAINED... !!!!!!! WILL DEFINITELY KEEP YOUR 5 THING IN MIND ALWAYS... !!! THANK YOU SO MUCH MAN !!!!!

[@Pianoologist]

Thanks so much for your words of appreciation, RK! Peace!

[@AANCHAL0dogra]

thanks A TON !!!!!!!!

[@nilton61]

There is a program/app called "Functional ear trainer" which uses exactly this method

[@Pianoologist]

Thanks for sharing, Nilton. Yes, there are some very good apps out there for free these days... a good time to be alive.

[@tommybradly3735]

You sound so much like Jeff Bridges to me. Thanks for the video

[@cyri11e]

don't forget guys, in "ear training" the is the word TRAINING :)

[@andrewng9950]

You need to promote your stuff more man. Your material is awesome and it should be more popular!

[@Pianoologist]

+Andrew Ng Thanks a gazillion, Andrew!!! Spread the word!!!

[@majahm1373]

great

[@marcblandel3538]

Cool Thanks a lot Im 57 YOld and I s'm starting a new life as a musicien !! I' m a modest pianist I know a little about solfège and harmonics BUT I really need like everybody to ear and feel the sound SO i'm in a prof school and at the french conservatory but It 's still hard to improve myears !!! And I nreed it so mush So THANKS MERCI BEAUCOUP with this : JUST FEEL IT I understand your advice ..

[@Pianoologist]

Merci Beaucoup, Monsieur Marc!

[@masibandasibanda9931]

this guy must be from Santa fe. kkkkkk. love it.

[@powerpc127]

POV: Basketball player learns music in the Shire. Edit - POV: Basketball player learns music in the Shire from a great teacher. I should probably watch the whole video before making a snarky comment.

[@Pianoologist]

All is forgiven, my friend. I am glad we found each other. All the best to your in music and life!