Capstone Information

(Piano)
Josh. H
Feb 23, 2017
Questions
 What is the history of the Piano?
 Who invented the piano?
 What are the notes on the Piano?
 What are the benefits of learning the piano?
 Does piano effect abilities in School?
 Does learning any instrument benefit children in school?

Final Product
Have a video showing my progression and development of my own song as well as finishing a
complete song of my choice.

Bibliography
 National Piano Foundation. (2014, Sept 22). History of Piano. Retrieved March 1, 2018,
from http://pianonet.com/all-about-pianos/history-of-the-piano/
“The story of the piano begins in Padua, Italy in 1709, in the shop of a harpsichord maker
named Bartolomeo di Francesco Cristofori (1655-1731). Many other stringed and
keyboard instruments preceded the piano and led to the development of the instrument as
we know it today.”
 Ranker Music. (2015, Nov 13). The best Composers EVER Ranked. Retrieved March 1,
2018, from https://www.ranker.com/list/best-piano-composers/ranker-music
“Who is on this list? Perhaps the most iconic piano composer is Ludwig van Beethoven.
His ninth symphony contains some of the most recognizable melodies and has been
featured in such films as “A Clockwork Orange” and “Immortal Beloved.” Johann
Sebastian Bach is another one of the most famous piano composers of all time.
More recently, Duke Ellington treated music fans to such hits as “Satin Doll” and “Don't
Get around Much Anymore.” Other musicians who are featured on this top piano
composers list include Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Frederic
Chopin.”
 Steinway & Sons. (2016, Jan 6) The Benefits of Playing Piano. Retrieved March 1, 2018,
from http://www.steinway.com/news/features/the-benefits-of-playing-piano
“THE PHYSICAL AND mental benefits of playing music have long been recognized. The piano,
in particular, has been an unparalleled outlet for those seeking escape, creative expression, and
 simply fun and joy. Recent years have only seen more evidence of the benefits of piano come to
light, linking music making to a healthy body, a healthy mind, and a healthy life.”
 Seinfeld, Sofia. (2013, Nov 1) Effects of music learning. Retrieved March 1. 2018, from
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3814522/\
“Reading music and playing a musical instrument is a complex activity that comprises motor and
multisensory (auditory, visual, and somatosensory) integration in a unique way. Music has also a
well-known impact on the emotional state, while it can be a motivating activity. For those
reasons, musical training has become a useful framework to study brain plasticity”
 Montgomery, Erika. (2016, Aug 26) 10 Benefits of Children Learning a Musical
Instrument. Retrieved March 1, 2018, from https://petersonfamilyfoundation.org/music-
therapy/10-benefits-children-learning-musical-instrument/
“Improves Math Skills
Playing an instrument may seem like a creative act, but there are many parallels to math.
Music and math are highly intertwined. By understanding beat, rhythm and scales,
children are learning how to divide, create fractions and recognize patterns. “It seems that
music wires a child’s brain to help him better understand other areas of math.”