Playing the Jaws Theme Techniques

This video tutorial is an Absolute Beginner's Piano lesson focused on playing the theme tune from Jaws. The instructor guides viewers through the process of playing the theme, starting with the basic notes and progressing to more advanced techniques. The lesson emphasizes the importance of dynamics and provides exercises to practice these skills. The instructor also discusses the equipment needed, such as a full-size piano or a keyboard with a transpose function, and offers recommendations for beginners. The tutorial concludes with tips on adding complexity to the theme for a more impactful performance.

What is the recommended equipment for playing the Jaws theme effectively?

• A full-size piano or a keyboard with a transpose function

• A small toy piano

• A guitar

• A drum set

Which note is identified as the starting point for the Jaws theme?

• Middle C

• The lowest E on the piano

• A random note

• The highest G on the piano

What is the primary focus when playing the two-note theme from Jaws?

• Speed

• Volume

• Effectiveness and impact

• Complexity

Which fingers are used to play the notes E and F in the Jaws theme?

• Thumb and index finger

• Index and ring finger

• Middle and first finger

• Ring and pinky finger

What musical concept is practiced by playing the notes as lightly as possible?

• Rhythm

• Tempo

• Dynamics

• Harmony

What is added to the theme to play the full version?

• A drum beat

• A vocal harmony

• A lower octave note

• A higher octave note

Which hand is primarily used for the initial part of the Jaws theme?

• Neither hand

• Both hands equally

• Left hand

• Right hand

What additional element can be added to make the theme sound creepier?

• A higher pitch

• A faster tempo

• A softer volume

• A chord over the top

What is the effect of adding a chord to the Jaws theme?

• It makes it sound quieter

• It makes it sound creepier

• It makes it sound more complex

• It makes it sound happier

What is mentioned as a future addition to the left-hand technique?

• Playing with both feet

• Using a metronome

• Incorporating right-hand elements

• Adding a drum beat