"Ding Dong Merrily On High" is a traditional English folk song that is often sung during Christmas in the form of a carol. It first appeared in the "Orchesographie", a book of dance written by Johan Tabourot (1519-93).http://www.hymnsandcarolsofchristmas.com/Hymns_and_Carols/ding_dong_merrily_on_high.htm Originally titled "Branle l'Officiel", the song was usually performed by lackeys and servants, although sometimes men and women of greater importance would assume the roles.http://www.flutetunes.com/tunes.php?id=286 The title literally translates as 'The Official Branle' or 'The Officers Brawl.'http://www.hymnsandcarolsofchristmas.com/Hymns_and_Carols/ding_dong_merrily_on_high.htm
How to Play Ding Dong Merrily on High on Piano
Lindsey Cloud teaches viewers How to Play "Ding Dong Merrily on High" on Piano. This Christmas classic can easily be learned and everything you will need to know is taught by Lindsey. This video is one of a series focusing on how to learn Christmas songs on the piano, which are published on the Mahalo.com YouTube channel.
Step 1: Start With The Chords
Begin in C position, with the fingers of your left hand over the C, D, E, F and G keys.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQc_cRtgrMo&feature=player_embedded First, play the C Chord, by pressing the C, E and G keys simultaneously. When you feel comfortable, switch to the F chord, which is played by pressed the C, F and A keys. These are the only two chords you will need to play this song, so practice switching between them until you feel you are ready.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQc_cRtgrMo&feature=player_embedded
Step 2: Learn The Melody
Starting with the C key, learn the timing of the melody, allowing your fingers to cross over your thumb when the lower notes are played. Using this method, you will be able to play more than five keys without losing the stability of your hand.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQc_cRtgrMo
Step 3: Putting Them Together
Combine the chords and the melody together to complete the song. This is the hardest part of the process and requires practice, timing and concentration, but once your fingers recognize the pattern, it will begin to feel more natural. Keep going if you make a mistake or miss a note.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQc_cRtgrMo&feature=player_embedded Bear in mind that the latter part of this song is a melody solo and doesn't require the chords to be played.
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References
How to Play Ding Dong Merrily on High on Piano Tips
- Keep going if you make a mistake or miss a note.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQc_cRtgrMo&feature=player_embedded
- Play the same two chords throughout the entire song.
- Begin in C position in order to play the melody.
- Cross your fingers over your thumb to keep stability in your hand.http://www.piano-play-it.com/crossing-over.html
