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In this “by ear” lesson you will learn this complex and beautiful piece of music without music or video. The lesson begins with a full demonstration of the composition followed by a detailed note-by-note lesson of the entire song, including fingering. There is no faster or easier way to learn this amazing piece of music.

This traditional tune is taught at both a mid-beginner and a late beginner level! The lesson starts with a full demonstration of both arrangements and is then followed by a detailed “by ear” lesson on both arrangements breaking the song down in two- to four-measure sections. Learning this way utilizes the spoken-language centers of the brain allowing you to learn the song quickly and more permanently than you would with other methods.

This Stevie Wonder hit makes a fun intermediate level piano solo and it is fast to learn and memorize because you will learn it completely “by ear.” At the beginning of the lesson is a full demonstration of the song followed by a detailed lesson in two to four measure sections using no music, print, or video. At the end of the lesson there are backing tracks with no piano on them to be used for live performance.

This is a lesson on a late intermediate level arrangement of the piece. This arrangement is in the key of C and contains all of the main themes from the original but is much easier to play. The piece is played through completely and then taught in two- to four-measure sections “by ear” making it both easy to learn and to memorize. This is also a great piece to use at weddings.

This '40s hit is easy to learn when you learn it “by ear.” At the beginning of the lesson there is a full demonstration of the arrangement followed by a detailed lesson in two to four measure sections. The lesson is taught using no music, print, video, or notation of any kind. Learning this way lets you memorize as you go and develop your ability to pick out other songs “by ear."

Learn this '20s hit quickly and easily in this “by ear” lesson. At the beginning of the lesson there is a full demonstration of the arrangement followed by a detailed lesson in two- to four-measure sections. The lesson is taught using no music, print, video, or notation of any kind. Learning this way let’s you memorize as you go and develop your ability to pick out other songs “by ear.”

This is a lesson on a late beginner arrangement of Chopin’s “Prelude in Cm.” The original is an Intermediate level difficulty but this arrangement allows you to play the song much sooner. Also, because this song is in the same key, almost all of what you learn in it will be used when you learn the original, more difficult, version. The song is demonstrated completely and then taught totally “by ear” in two to four measure increments.

This is a piano solo version of the anthem made famous by Katy Perry. The lesson starts with a full demonstration of the solo followed by a detailed “by ear” lesson teaching every phrase, measure and note without the use of print or video.

From the movie Summer of ‘42. In this lesson you will learn this unforgettable theme song completely “by ear.” The lesson begins with a full demonstration of the solo followed by a detailed lesson teaching the entire song completely “by ear.” The song is broken down into two to four measure sections and is taught without the use of music, print, or video.

The energy of this piano piece is as infectious as it is exciting! This is an intermediate level piano piece from the Romantic Period. The arrangement is played in its entirety and then taught in two to four measure sections completely “by ear.”

In this lesson you will learn an intermediate level piano solo of the Rascal Flatts hit “Bless the Broken Road” completely “by ear.” This lesson starts with a complete demonstration of the piano solo followed by a detailed lesson in two- to four-measure increments of the arrangement. At the end of the lesson you are given backing tracks to the song to practice and perform with.

In this lesson the student learns an early intermediate arrangement of this love ballad made famous by The Commodores. At the beginning of the lesson there is a full demonstration of the arrangement with the backing tracks. Next, the song is taught in two to four measure sections “by ear” using no music, print, or video. At the end of the lesson the tracks are given again without the solo piano on them so that they may be used by the student for their own live performance of the song.

This is a late beginner level solo of the famous hit from the '60s. This lesson begins with a full demonstration of the song followed by a detailed “by ear” lesson taught in two to four measure sections. At the end of the lesson you are given the backing tracks without the piano on them to practice and perform with.

“Laura” is the theme song from the movie of the same name and the song has far outlived its film counterpart. This is probably due to the song’s dark and longing feel that is created without the use of a minor key. This lesson begins with a full demonstration of the song followed by a detailed “by ear” lesson teaching every lick and phrase in two- to four-measure sections.

In this “by ear” lesson you will learn a late beginner level piano solo of “Scarborough Fair” without using music, print, or video. The lesson begins with a full demonstration of the arrangement followed by a detailed audiobook style lesson teaching the song in two- to four-measure sections. When you learn “by ear” you learn quickly and more permanently by utilizing the spoken language centers of your brain. Learn by ear, play by ear. It really is that easy.

This classic from the world of musicals (My Fair Lady) makes a wonderful piano solo. The arrangement is played in its entirety and then taught in two- to four-measure sections completely “by ear.” At the conclusion of the lesson you are given lightly orchestrated tracks to play along with.

This late '60s Dione Warwick hit makes a great piano solo and you can learn this one completely “by ear!” This lesson starts with a full demonstration of the early intermediate arrangement followed by a detailed “by ear” lesson broken down into two- to four-measure sections. At the end of the lesson backing tracks are provided to perform the piano solo with!

In this lesson you will learn a late intermediate level arrangement of one of Chopin’s most enjoyed pieces. The arrangement is played completely and then taught in two- to four-measure sections using no print or music. Learning this song “by ear” makes it fast to learn and easy to memorize.

One of two standard “trumpet voluntaries” used as a processional or recessional, this piece is a great addition to your wedding repertoire. This early intermediate solo is demonstrated completely and then taught “by ear” in two- to four-measure sections.

In this Piano By Ear lesson you will learn a piano solo version of “Engagement Party” from the movie/musical La La Land. The lesson begins with a full demonstration of the solo followed by a detailed “by ear” lesson describing every phrase without the use of music, print, or video. When you learn “by ear” you memorize the song as you learn it and you develop your ability to pick out other songs “by ear.”