SkillPlay: Musical Games That Make Learning Effortless!
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Finding Vivaldi
"Finding Vivaldi" is a captivating card game that invites you to uncover the chord progressions at the heart of Vivaldi's iconic concertos.
Starting from a central tonality, you'll build chains of chords - dominants, subdominants, 7th-chords, and more - gradually developing an intuitive grasp of harmonic structure. What begins as note-by-note reading soon blossoms into a deeper, more instinctive understanding of Vivaldi's masterful chord progressions. Along the way, you'll also develop the necessary technical skills and fluidity in chord playing.
Originally designed as a competitive multi-player game, "Finding Vivaldi" also shines in collaborative duo play, solo practice, and as a springboard for improvisation. No matter how you choose to engage, you'll be treated to an immersive musical journey that elevates your skills and inspires creative expression.
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Jamming with Van Eyck
Jacob van Eyck, the renowned blind carillon player from 17th-century Utrecht, Netherlands, is celebrated for his improvisations on hundreds of popular songs using his recorder. While his ingenious creations are still performed today, they are typically approached as written compositions rather than improvisations.
The card game "Jamming with Van Eyck" offers a unique opportunity to explore improvisation in Van Eyck's style. Focusing on his famous piece "Boffons," which is based on a chord-like melody, the game breaks down the chord progression and provides players with tools to craft their own improvisations.
By visualizing the built up of Van Eyck's techniques, the game allows modern musicians to experience the art of improvisation as he might have practiced it. Gather a few friends and a bass recorder, and you'll find yourself immersed in the world of 17th-century musical improvisation in no time.
This engaging and educational game not only pays homage to Van Eyck's legacy but also helps players develop their own improvisational skills, bridging the gap between historical performance practice and contemporary music-making.
What is SkillPlay?
Each SkillPlay game targets a specific aspect of recorder technique or musical understanding. By seamlessly blending skill-building and enjoyment, these innovative tools transform practice into pure inspiration.
The games feature a flexible, "open-ended" design, allowing for easy adaptation to any setting - whether you're practicing solo, playing in a group, or even adding a bassline. As you engage with the games, you'll naturally start making music, sometimes even crafting your own compositions.
Through the power of play, SkillPlay elevates the learning experience, making it fun, intuitive and deeply rewarding. Unlock your full musical potential with these carefully crafted educational games.