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If you are serious about training your ear to pick up just about any melody, chord, harmony, progression, or key centre, then you can't afford to miss this valuable information...

"Discover how your old computer can be used to drastically improve your ear-skills..."

IMPORTANT: If you are not determined to do what it takes to exercise your ear-skills, please don't waste your time reading this article as this instructional reference was created for those who are ready to take their piano playing to a whole new level ...

Quick Question: How easy is it for you to recognize the following chord progressions below? Simply click the sound files below and using your ear, determine which key each of the chord progressions are being played in ...
 

Note: If you had trouble figuring out the key centre of any of the chord progressions above, then you must read below ...

What I am about to show you is not complicated at all ... In fact, when you are done reading this article, you'll know exactly what you must do in order to start training your ear to recognize various major, minor, diminished, seventh, ninth, dominant and several other types of chords & progressions!

 
Charlotte Jones
5413 Walnut Dr.
St. Louis, MO 63102
 
Dear Friend
 
If you'd like to discover the secrets to turning your computer into a fully-trained,  interactive virtual piano teacher, then keep your eyes glued to this page. You won't find these piano secrets anywhere else on the Web and here's why:

1) Many sites provide lessons, workbooks, courses, reference books, videos, study materials and more, but very few sites provide tools that will allow students to interact with their computers. That is why Mr. Griggs created this site -- to show you how to easily transform your computer into a personal piano tutor.

2) The information below comes from the private notebook of Jermaine Griggs, the owner of Hearandplay.com, HomePianoCourse.com, GospelMusicians.org & PianoPlayerPlus.com. Because he has been playing the piano for over 10 years now, he knows what tactics work and what tactics don't --- he knows what it takes to help people train their ears --- and he knows how to do it fast! Not in 3, 5 or 7 years --- he knows what it takes to get results --- and how to get them immediately!

I am not speaking from inexperience --- I am one of Jermaine's long-term students and have benefited from every single piece of information he's released to the public. I know that I'm not the only one as he has helped thousands of musicians all over the world.

Believe me when I say that I knew nothing --- that is, I didn't even know the difference between a major and minor chord when I first started learning with Mr. Griggs's material. I never thought that I would now be playing full-chorded songs with my own little improvisations .... simply put, if I can do it, anyone can!

 


From: Jermaine Griggs

Dear Friend,

You're probably at this site because you really want to know how to improve your ear skills --- otherwise, I don't think you would of read this far down the page if you're not...

The information that I am going to share with you is not new. It is, however, a process that thousands have already used to drastically improve their ear-skills. Simply put, it is a method that anyone can utilize --- regardless of age, music knowledge, experience or ability.

If you're smart, you've probably been studying how melodies are created, the process of how the harmony is derived from the melody, and how to alter chords once you have harmonized the melody. If you have no idea what I'm talking about, you might want to click here.

Along with the above techniques come learning major and minor scales, triads, seventh, ninth, eleventh and thirteenth chords --- not to mention the diminished, augmented, half-diminished, and sixth chords.

Then after learning chords (and how they are formed), there's the whole process of combining these chords to create certain progressions (example: "2-5-1", "12-bar Blues") ... then as you know, progressions turn into songs which can then be played, performed, used for accompaniment, etc ... (these are just a few of the techniques and skills that lead to playing a song...)

There's just one problem.

The bigger your list gets, the more music theory you know --- however, the need to be able to recognize these scales, melodies, chords, and progressions (by ear) in songs increases.

Put it this way: I personally wouldn't study basketball for 10 years not to take one free throw shot (or improvise with a "behind-the-back" pass) ...  Studying the sport is fine, but there must also be some level of interactivity or one will soon get bored --- and perhaps forget what they've studied in the first place!

Because I understand this completely, one of my main goals has been to help students (who have already taken the first step by learning the techniques, principles, & theory behind playing the piano by ear), and to offer them a unique approach to building their ear skills --- easily, fun, and quickly.

Look. If you feel that your ear is where it's going to be --- and that there is nothing that you can do to improve your ability to recognize melodies and chord progressions, then don't waste your time here. The ear-training techniques that I am about to share won't interest you at all.

However, if you'd like to discover how you can ...

  • Literally train your ear by turning your computer into an interactive piano instructor!

  • Brainwash your mind to automatically recognize major, minor, diminished, augmented, & seventh chords instantly! (don't take the "brainwashing" seriously ... just a figure of speech) ...

  • Learn how to quickly recognize what key a chord progression is being played in --- regardless of its complexity!

  • Exercise your ability to hear major chord transitions and progressions in just about every song --- and how to improvise when songs quickly change keys!

  • Strategically improve your ability to  recognize "out-of-place" chords and how to instantly correct them to sound the way you want --- in virtually minutes!

... then you'll want to pay close attention to what I'm about to share with you.

Because I’m about to show you a revolutionary new software tool that you can use to drastically improve your ear-skills --- whether you've been studying piano for 10 years, 5 years, or 2 weeks, this software tool will allow you to interactively test yourself on some of the most utilized techniques and principles related to ear-theory!

 

Do you know how to listen to a chord and within seconds, figure out what type of chord is being played?

Take it from me. This skill takes practice but how can you practice training your ear when its just you and the piano? Here are some of the disadvantages students are faced with when wanting to improve the ability of their ears:

  • There's no efficient way to test themselves on recognizing various chords and scales (think about it ... one would have to record a bunch of chords on to a cassette tape, play them back while attempting to determine what chords are being played, keep track of their performance, rewind the tape...fast forward the tape, etc ...)
  • Because the process is so tedious to set up an efficient ear-training exercising program, many musicians become discouraged and simply don't attempt to practice at all.
  • If one does hire a piano teacher, fees could cost anywhere from $20 to $40 a week for thirty-minute sessions alone! That's over $2,000 a year for a piano teacher  --- if this is not a problem for you, then you might not need this software program. If you are like the many who can't afford to pay a piano teacher (or simply wants to learn at their own pace), then you want to make sure you get your hands on this software program!
If I am correct, one or more of these reasons is stopping you from taking your piano playing to the next level. That is exactly why I created Piano Player Plus v1.0 --- to help those musicians who are serious about learning to play piano by ear.
 
What I've Discovered...
 
I have done all the work for you. That is, I have devised a system that will allow you to test yourself on various concepts while keeping track of your progress. Never again will you have to record songs on to a cassette tape and practice the old fashion way. I have spent months perfecting this software to meet the needs of the student who wishes to be able to pick up songs off the radio ... accompany singers on the piano ... play for their churches or at special occasions ...  recognize key changes, etc...
 
Believe me when I say that I use Piano Player Plus v1.0 to train students who hire me for one-on-one piano lessons. I simply assign certain exercises and require that the student return next week with the one-digit completion code for that specific lesson (you'll learn more about this feature later as the software program will distribute a code after every lesson review is successfully completed).
 
If you don't know me yet or have never benefited from any of my instructional material, here are just a few statistics of those who have:

Over 6,500 people from over 30 Countries have already relied on me to learn how to play piano. Many of them have since went on to play in bands, churches, special events and more (as shown in their Testimonials)!

Over 500 of them now teach beginning piano to students! Imagine going from learning piano in a few months to passing on your knowledge to children in your community, church ... or even family members!

Hundreds of them now play the piano for their churches, special events (weddings, celebrations, ceremonies, parties ... and the list goes on!) and even assist in directing the choir! (this software will open up doors that you won't believe!  .... believe me, I use it myself!)

Students pay me anywhere from $15 to $85 an hour for musical instruction (depending on their age, ability, and prior knowledge)

These organizations along with many others have been impacted and have honored me for my accomplishments in various fields ...

...but you don't have to take my word for it. Feel free to view the testimonials of some of our satisfied customers who until this day, still use the Piano Player Plus v1.0 software to continually test their ears on various concepts.

 Important Note: I don't want to mislead you in any way. This program will not do all the work for you. You will have to make up you mind that playing the piano is not just a hobby --- but something that you really desire to do. If it's just a hobby, I really encourage you to sign up for my free newsletter.

 Every musician needs to be able to...

 ... instantly recognize what key a song is being played in. As you should already know, the following hymn (also taught in Piano Player Plus v1.0) can be played in 12 different keys. Below, you will find the chart to one verse of "Amazing Grace" in the key of C major.

Without thinking about it, you should easily be able to play this hymn in F major ... B flat major, or D major if necessary --- and on the other hand, if you are listening to a hymn, you should be able to quickly determine what key the hymn is being played in ---in a matter of seconds.

Think about being at church or playing at a special event and someone sings a song that you are asked to accompany. You certainly can't play their song in any key. The key of the song that you are playing must match the key that they are singing in or the song won't sound right at all!

... I don't care if you can play the song backwards -- if it's not being played in the correct key, you might as well not play it at all!

 

"I first ordered the piano course about 7 months ago. It was so informative that I decided to get the accompanying software package to strengthen my ability to play by ear. After training with the Piano Player Plus program for a few weeks, I was able to immediately figure out what key a song was being played in. I guess its just a matter of continuously practicing and without this program, I couldn't imagine training my ear on my own. Thank you."

Julia Beckford, 39, Ohio

"I teach piano and I use Piano Player Plus v1.0 to train my students. I've been able to use it with children as young as 9 years old and have even trained older folks with it too. It is so easy to navigate and the exercises are professionally designed to make students use their ears. It has changed my musical ability and I'm sure my students have been impacted by it as well."

Rob Winnfield, 48, Connecticut

Sound Examples

With over 330 sounds available at the click of a button, Piano Player Plus delivers full-length examples of the following:

Major Triads

Minor Triads

Major Seventh Chords

Minor Seventh Chords

Dominant Seventh Chords

Major Sixth Chords

Minor Sixth Chords

Diminished Seventh Chords

Half Diminished Seventh Chords / Minor Seventh with Lowered 5th Chords

Major Ninth Chords

Minor Ninth Chords

Dominant Ninth Chords

Major Eleventh Chords

Minor Eleventh Chords

Dominant Eleventh Chords

Major Thirteenth Chords

Minor Thirteenth Chords

Dominant Thirteenth Chords

The famous "2-5-1" Chord Progression

I - IV - I - V - I Chord Progressions

I - IV - V - IV - I Chord Progressions

I --> IV,  I --> V Chord Progressions

"Circle of Fifths" Examples

Major and Minor Chord Progressions

"6 - 2 - 5 - 1" Chord Progressions

"3 - 6 - 2 - 5 - 1" Chord Progressions

"7 - 3 - 6 - 2 - 5 - 1" Chord Progressions

Various Blues Progressions ... 12-bar, seventh chords, diminished chords ... and others

Jazz Chord Progressions ... using dominant ninth, eleventh and thirteenth chords

.... and tons of altered chords like ...

C7 (-9)

D11 (+9)

Bb13 (-9 +11)

.... and over 20 more combinations!

Interactive Exercises

Piano Player Plus v1.0 also includes over 150 interactive exercises (that's over 500 individual questions)

Multiple choice questions on theories and concepts studied in the piano course

Timed activities (must answer in a certain amount of time to strengthen ear-skills & speed)

Score tabulation (keeps track of your scores within various exercises)

Each exercise ranges from 5 to 10 questions each!

Advanced exercises have an expected response rate of 2 minutes per question (once you reach that level)....

"Correct" or "Incorrect" notifications for each answered question

Ear-theory exercises allow you to listen to sounds and answer questions based on what you hear

Chapter Review Quizzes

In addition to over 150 interactive exercises, Piano Player Plus v1.0 also includes over 200 questions in Chapter Review Quizzes:

Multiple choice questions on the chapter's content and exercises

Tests are graded and advancing to the next lesson is forbidden if 70% of the questions are not answered correctly.

Correct answers are furnished based on the user's response

Over 300 minutes of interactive testing!

A one-digit code is given after the user successfully passes a test. Once all the codes have been accumulated, the user can redeem them for a free gift @ HearandPlay.com ($59 value).

Informative Lessons

In addition to over 150 interactive exercises, 330 sound files, and 200 chapter review questions, Piano Player Plus v1.0 also includes material from our 300-page course:

Easy-to-understand lessons ranging from basic fundamentals to altering chords & improvising!

Clickable buttons that take you to exercises pertaining to the studied material

Easy navigation from one lesson to another

If you've already decided to order my ear-training software program, click here now, and claim an additional bonus program (worth over $70) just for ordering before midnight! . I personally guarantee that this program will be the tool to drastically improve your ear-skills and because I care about your success, I will even commit to sending you a free copy of Piano Player Plus every time I update it (normally, you'd have to buy each copy or an 'upgrade' version like you do with Microsoft Windows but once you buy any version from me, I will make sure that you'll never have to spend another dime out of your pocket!

Do you have any questions at this time? If so, please click here to chat live with one of our knowledgeable Hear & Play Music representatives right now.

Here are some audio examples of the many chord progressions that you'll learn be able to practice in all 12 keys...

Click here if you would like to stop the music from playing 

These are just a few of the progressions that you'll learn how to play in all 12 keys --- and because Piano Player Plus v1.0 will test your ability to hear these progressions in several songs, in no time, you'll be able to recognize them when listening to the radio, at a concert, or when listening to a musician at church!

"I could never develop that ability," some of you are thinking. Think again.

Here are some real-life examples of some of the customers who have tried our Piano Player Plus v1.0 program:

"I would have never thought that I'd be able to recognize what key a song is being played in. I have tried for years to train my ear and I had finally given up. But one day, my friend called me on the phone and told me about your wonderful site and I just had to try this program out. It sounded like it was the solution to my problem. After about 3 weeks of using the program, I could listen to a song, and by pressing two notes on my piano, determine what key it was being played in. I never had to do this when sight reading so I am just regretful that I didn't start learning how to play by ear sooner. I'd just like this written note to serve as a thank you to you and your staff for helping me to succeed my musical goals."

Joanne Rivers, 48, North Carolina

"At first, I doubted that my computer would actually turn into anything. With an old 600 mb hard drive and only 16 mb of ram, I wasn't sure if my computer would even support such software. But to my surprise, the Piano Player Plus v1.0 software worked just fine. It was actually much smaller than any other program on my computer but had the biggest impact on me, personally. With the click on one button, I was able to tell my computer to play random chords and with limited time, try to determine what chord was being played. I don't know who designed this method, but whoever did is a genius because not only was it exciting to be at my computer again, but as I continued with the program, I noticed that I was getting faster and faster. I would not hesitate to recommend this product to anyone whether you have an old computer like mines or one of the finest computers on the market. All I have to say is that it works!"

James Williamson, 58, Oregon

"I am a college student studying Jazz Theory. After ordering your piano course, I decided to try this program as well to get me ahead in some of my ear-theory classes. To make a long story short, I received an 'A' in ear-theory class and also recommend your site to some friends who also bought the program. I am so thankful for your site and will continue to recommend those who are awed by my playing. Thank you again."

Jenna Stevens, 19, California

After reading some of these testimonials, you might have a few questions. If so, please click here to chat live with one of our knowledgeable Hear & Play Music representatives right now.

If you've decided to order my ear-training software program, click here now, and claim an additional bonus program (worth over $70) just for ordering before midnight! .

 

*** Piano Player Plus v1.0 is a breeze to use ***

It doesn't matter if you're new to computers or have been using them for decades --- Piano Player Plus v1.0 has been carefully designed for any user, regardless of age or computer experience.

For example, here's a picture of the "Point & Click" user-friendly interface that guides even the newest computer users through choosing new lessons, taking a chapter review quiz, locating a sound file, or picking an interactive exercise to work on!

And here's a picture of how easy it is to choose any of your favorite sound files (as you will love them all)! By simply clicking the 'Sound Libr' button on the left, the user-friendly interface will bring up a sound menu bar at the bottom of the screen which will allow you to pick any sound file you want (over 300 to choose from).

 

And don't forget about the Chapter Review Quizzes which monitor your results and won't let you proceed to the next lesson without a "C" or higher on the test (there's no way to cheat this):

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you don't think speed is an issue when recognizing what key a song is in, then think again because these exercises are aimed at getting you to respond quickly! Check out a snapshot of our interactive lessons:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you've finally decided to order my ear-training software program, click here now, and claim an additional bonus program (worth over $70) just for ordering before midnight! .

Do you have any questions at this time? If so, please click here to chat live with one of our knowledgeable Hear & Play Music representatives right now.

Here are some more audio examples of the many chord progressions that you'll learn be able to practice in all 12 keys with the click of a button...

Click here if you would like to stop the music from playing 

 

Are you ready to improve your ear-skills?

I want to help you take your piano playing to a whole new level. Have you been studying music theory for a while but haven't received that hands-on experience that you need? If so, I think we've found the answer for you...

This is my complete software system: It is an interactive user-friendly quiz module  packed with tons of multimedia sounds, lessons, exercises, ear-theory training activities and more. These interactive exercises have been tested and proven to work with literally anyone regardless of age and musical experience. Believe me ... over 6,500 students have benefited from my programs and I am positive that you will too ---- but you have to make the first step...

 In addition to the Piano Player Plus v1.0, I have also included a bonus program (available for immediate download if you order before midnight):

"Chord Power Plus v1.0" ($77 value) Because many of my customers have e-mailed me asking for the chords to my sound examples, I have decided to offer a free bonus program which features 10 of my most commonly used progressions (I can't include them all. However, every time I update this program, all customers will have access to the updates absolutely free!)

Full-length Sound Examples. Enjoy listening to some of my favorite chord progressions while you will learn to play them yourself!

Step by Step Instructions. Since many of you have questioned whether you'll learn these sound examples exactly how they are played, I have decided to include step-by-step instructions on how to play each and every one of them!

Chord Diagrams. Along with step-by-step instructions are illustrations of every single chord --- so not only will you see that a chord progression includes a Cmin9 (b5) or an Fmaj7 (b5) chord, but you'll know exactly how I played it (the same exact inversion and variation).

Online Help. If you are connected to the Internet, with the click of a button, this program will allow you to connect to the member's section of our site and ask as many questions as you want.

Here are the ten progressions that I'll teach you step-by-step. Simply click the icons below to hear how each progression sounds ...

Download Piano Player Plus v1.0 in Exactly 5 minutes from now!

Within the next 5 minutes, you can be using this powerful software program to take control of your piano playing! Simply place your order, and within seconds you'll be able to download Piano Player Plus v1.0 immediately!

Now before I tell you the price, remember that owning Piano Player Plus v1.0 is like having a 24-hour, fully interactive piano teacher (with patience) --- someone who's completely devoted to your success, is never too busy for questions, and doesn't charge $20 - $40 an hour.

Now how much would it cost you to hire a teacher like that?

Or to be realistic, how much would it cost you to hire an average piano teacher? Someone who does not have patience, is not devoted to your success, is very busy and only and charges $20 an hour?

Piano Player Plus v1.0 normally costs $197 ... however, because I have been able to sell the program to music schools at huge quantities, it has allowed me to slash the price by $100 for internet customers. For a limited time, I am offering Piano Player Plus v1.0  along with the free bonus for just one payment of $97.

UPDATE: You've arrived at this page just in time to take advantage of a special deal that will only be going on for two more days until midnight. As with all of our other product specials, this update does not appear at all times of day.

I've dropped the price to just $49.95 (for a limited time only) --- over $145 off the normal price. Since we now offer the software program through immediate download, it allows me to lower the price even more! (You may also opt to receive it in the mail for a small shipping fee)

That's over $145 off the normal price --- just for ordering between today and the date above. Think about it? If you paid a piano teacher an average of $20 a week for 1 lesson, in 1 year, you would have paid the teacher over $1,000.

Also... Don't forget --- if you order before the date above, I will also throw in the following bonus ($77 value):

"Chord Power Plus v1.0" ($77 value) This bonus item is for the customers who have e-mailed and called me regarding various sound examples on the site. In regards to your concerns, I have decided to offer a free bonus program which features 10 of my most commonly used progressions (I can't include them all. However, every time I update this program, all customers will have access to the updates absolutely free!)

Full-length Sound Examples. Enjoy listening to some of my favorite chord progressions while you will learn to play them yourself!

Step by Step Instructions. Since many of you have questioned whether you'll learn these sound examples exactly how they are played I have decided to include step-by-step instructions on how to play each and every one of them!

Chord Diagrams. Along with step-by-step instructions are illustrations of every single chord --- so not only will you see that a chord progression includes a Cmin9 (b5) or an Fmaj7 (b5) chord, but you'll know exactly how I played it (the same exact inversion and variation).

Online Help. If you are connected to the Internet, with the click of a button, this program will allow you to connect to the member's section of our site and ask as many questions as you want.

 Receive Updates for Life ...

Along with your downloadable program comes a life-time membership in the "Piano Player's Club" which allows you to receive:

  • Full Online Customer Support

  • Free Updates for life (every time we come out with a new version of Piano Player Plus, you'll be notified and able to download it immediately... absolutely free (a $197 + Value!!!)

Note: If you already have a copy of Piano Player Plus v1.0 and would like to receive the unlock code, simply click here and you'll then be prompted to choose your password number. If you don't already have a copy of Piano Player Plus v1.0, there are four easy ways to order:

1) Click here to order my software program online with our secure server (We accept all four major credit cards and deliver to all Countries).

2) Call toll free at 1-877-856-4187 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) and mention "offer number 49e" to get the discounted price with the free bonus ($77 value) mentioned above.

3) Click here to print out an order form to mail or fax your order. (You will be e-mailed with a link to download the software once you're order has been received).

4) Click here to have us call you for your ordering information.

Do you have any questions before ordering? If so, please click here to chat live with one of our knowledgeable Hear & Play Music representatives right now.

System Requirements:

PC Requirements:

  • 486-66 (Pentium 75 or greater recommended)
  • Windows 3.1 / 95 / 98 / ME / XP, NT
  • 16MB (32MB Recommended)
  • 28.8k (or faster) Internet Connection (for online help)
  • 10 megs free HD space

Macintosh Requirements:

  • Compatible PC Emulator (Virtual PC by Connectix
    is one we recommend, you can get more information
    at http://www.connectix.com/)
  • Mac OS 7.5.5 or later
  • 10MB free Hard Drive space
  • 28.8k (or faster) Internet Connection   (for online help)

With that said, please note that the Piano Player Plus v1.0 software is available via electronic download only (unless you request a CD via Postal Mail), so you'll be able to get started training your ear in approximately 5 minutes!

 

Enjoy,

Jermaine Griggs, President

Do you have any questions at this time? If so, please click here to chat live with one of our knowledgeable Hear & Play Music representatives right now. We are here to answer your questions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

P.S. Your order must be received before the date listed above to receive over $145 off the normal price along with the free "Chord Power Plus v1.0" Program. Click here to order online now.

P.P.S. Still not convinced that you need this "revolutionary" ear-training program? Let me give you just one more reason to order. If you can't tell the difference between a min9 chord and a dim7 chord, then you need this program. Piano Player Plus v1.0 covers triads, diminished, seventh, ninth, eleventh, and thirteenth chords (not to add that each of those chords have major, minor, dominant, and altered options of their own). Simply put, if you want to improve your ear-skills, this is the right program for you!  Click here to order online now.

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