I've been playing along with the downloaded files that come with the Connections series. The practice tempo is still a bit fast for me, so I have to scramble, but it is a lot of fun. The blues piece is especially fun with the band music in the background. Playing along really keeps you on your toes because you don't have time to stop and figure out your notes; you need to keep the rhythm and just keep going. I wish this type of thing had been available the first time 'round!
I'm also trying to learn Tiny Dancer by Elton John. The trouble there is I actually have to block some of the music out of my head. When you've been listening to a song for years, you can hear all of the band parts in your head and I just want to concentrate on the piano part so that I don't go crazy. Even with the music in front of me I have trouble because I want to play everything that I'm hearing in my head. As long as I get that signature rhythm/melody then I'll be alright. Just takes some practice!
To counter all of this "modern" music I thought I would also start learning a Bach prelude. I'll check with Peter tomorrow to see if it is feasible or will simply be frustrating!
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