Learning Piano the Fun Way Kat Melen. Given: Learning is not that much fun Playing games is fun We can learn by playing games Conclusion: Learning can.

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Learning Piano the Fun Way Kat Melen

Given: Learning is not that much fun Playing games is fun We can learn by playing games Conclusion: Learning can be fun!

The Setup

3 Modes Easy Medium Hard

Easy Mode Simple rhythms Simple melodies One note at a time A few songs to choose from, such as: –Twinkle Twinkle Little Star –Saints Go Marching In –Etc…

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Medium Mode More complex rhythm patterns Multiple notes at a time: chords + Intervals Many songs: familiar to masses This is where you’d perfect your music reading skills

Hard Mode All the songs available in Easy and Medium modes Music-reading only – no “Ghost Keys” assistance Allows you to ramp up points and unlock new content