Piano is a percussive instrument. At least that's what my organ teacher said when I was 10 or 12. Why a piano over a keyboard or did you mean keyboard.
The keyboard even when dealing with multiples and bass pedals are much easier to see visually than a fretboard. At least to me that is.
There are many who think that every musician needs to know at least a little piano. The piano is where the entire world of music lives. Everything about music theory, stylization, and music reading come together in the piano. It is a noble instrument with great traditions of performance behind it. Good luck with your new adventure!
Piano technique is like classical guitar technique: there are many fine points to it, and you take shortcuts to your detriment. Without a good teacher giving you personalized instruction, you'll most likely develop a number of bad habits from the start that will hold you back the rest of your life.
I totally agree with this. It's worth the money to find a good teacher. I took many years of piano lessons as a kid, and every other instrument I have learned has been easy, in comparison. I wish you luck in your new adventure of learning piano. It's very rewarding. Piano was my first love. I've been playing since I was 5. Even though I don't practice near enough, I can always sit down and play.
There are many good piano tutorials on youtube. Find a teacher, if possible, and learn from him/her as well. If getting a teacher isn't an option, make sure you work in a relaxed manner, sit straight and stop playing immediately if you feel muscle pain or stiffness. Relaxation is of the utmost importance. Good luck! The piano is a wonderful instrument.
There are many who think that every musician needs to know at least a little piano. The piano is where the entire world of music lives. Everything about music theory, stylization, and music reading come together in the piano. It is a noble instrument with great traditions of performance behind it. Good luck with your new adventure!
Spot on!!! I took many years of classical piano lessons and exams even and DARTH PLAYER even said... "you have served me well." hehe LOL The piano has served me well.