Piano Pronto 5: Battle Hymn of the Republic and LH Stride

 This post includes activities that correlate with The Battle Hymn of the Republic in Piano Pronto 5.

Music Sample

Choose a version of the Battle Hymn of the Republic below to listen to and tap the rhythm of the melody.

Battle Hymn of the Republic Tabernacle Choir 

Battle Hymn of the Republic Piano Arrangement

Technique

This piece includes "Stride" bass where your left hand plays a root note low in the bass and then leaps up to grab a chord up higher with the same hand.

Watch the video to see these tips for playing left hand stride in action.

1. Anticipate and look at the left hand as you play.

2. Learn the right hand securely before adding left hand.

3. Form your hand in the chord shape in the air before you land.

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