Ever feel like music theory is a confusing puzzle that never quite fits the song you're learning? What if the key to mastering your next piece isn't just more practice—but actually understanding the chords behind the notes?
In this post, I’ll show you how starting with one simple theory concept—primary chords in a key (I-IV-V7)—can completely transform the way piano students learn and play music.
Before diving into any new piece, I always make it a point to start with music theory. Why? Because theory isn't just a “subject”—it’s the language of music.
In this week’s lesson video, I show how I teach a student to identify and build the primary chords (I, IV, and V7) in a given key signature before they even begin learning the song.
In this post, I’ll show you how starting with one simple theory concept—primary chords in a key (I-IV-V7)—can completely transform the way piano students learn and play music.
Before diving into any new piece, I always make it a point to start with music theory. Why? Because theory isn't just a “subject”—it’s the language of music.
In this week’s lesson video, I show how I teach a student to identify and build the primary chords (I, IV, and V7) in a given key signature before they even begin learning the song.
We break down:
- How to identify the primary chords I, IV, and V7 in the key of the piece.
- What inversions to use for smoother transitions.
- How analyze the chord and inversions.
Learning theory in isolation can feel dry or confusing. But when you connect it directly to the piece you're about to play, it becomes meaningful. The student doesn't just memorize the music —she understands the musical pattern.
Whether you're a student or teacher, consider making this your first step: introduce the concept, apply it immediately, and let the music come to life through understanding.
🎥 Watch the sneak peek to our lesson here