How to play the piano human bomb (easy version)?

The human piano bomb: the rhythm

“La bombe humaine” requires good control of rhythm and coordination between both hands. The objective is to follow the beat by playing chords. It is essential that you are comfortable with the rhythmic value of quarter notes. If you are not familiar with this rhythmic figure, I recommend that you consult the rhythmic music theory course for beginners.

The human piano bomb: Rhythmic verses and choruses

In the verses and choruses, your left hand will also play some eighth notes alternately with your right hand. This will add rhythmic variation and additional texture to the music. To prepare yourself for this part, I suggest you work on exercise 4 of the course on eighth notes on the piano. This exercise will help you develop your dexterity and coordination between both hands when playing eighth note rhythm patterns.

The human piano bomb: Tips

Make sure you understand how to place your hands on the keyboard and how to move them to move from one chord to another smoothly. Practice slowly at first, making sure each note is clear and precise. Once you feel comfortable, you can gradually increase the speed until you reach the speed of the song.

Don't hesitate to listen carefully to the recording of the original piece or watch tutorials to help you capture the appropriate style and interpretation. With regular practice and patience, you will be able to play this piece with ease and musicality.

How to play the piano human bomb (simplified version)?

The human piano bomb: Chords and melody

In this new version, we introduce melodic lines inspired by guitar parts which are added to the previous version. To recreate the tones of the original version, we included sixteenth notes and eighth note triplets in the right hand. Fortunately, the song is played at a very slow tempo, which makes it easier to rhythmically adjust these melodic parts.

The human piano bomb: Binary and ternary mixture

It is essential to work the bridge well, because it presents a constant alternation between binary and ternary. It is important to be able to transition smoothly from binary to ternary rhythm, and vice versa. This requires some skill and a solid understanding of rhythm.

To help you master this transition, I suggest you divide the exercise into several steps. First, make sure you understand binary rhythm and ternary rhythm individually. Practice them separately until you feel comfortable with each one.

Then start working on the transition between the two. Identify specific moments where you transition from one rhythm to another and practice these specific transitions repeatedly. Focus on maintaining consistent flow and tempo during these passages.

The human piano bomb: Practical advice

Don't hesitate to use a metronome to help you maintain a regular beat throughout the song. Start slowly and gradually increase the speed as you gain confidence and precision.

It can also be helpful to listen closely to the original recording or find reference performances to understand how other musicians handle these rhythmic transitions. Observe their technique and try to apply it to your game.

By working regularly and paying particular attention to the transitions between binary and ternary, you will be able to play these melodic parts with ease and musicality. Stay patient and persistent in your practice, and you will progress quickly.

How to play the piano human bomb (original version)?

In this advanced version, we will integrate even more varied and complex rhythm patterns. These new rhythm patterns will truly test the coordination between your two hands.

The human piano bomb: Rhythmic richness

First, sixteenth notes, mainly in arpeggios, were added to the left hand. This will add an extra dimension to the accompaniment and enrich the overall sound. Sixteenth notes require precise precision and timing between the fingers of the left hand. It is therefore important to practice slowly at first, ensuring that each note is played clearly and with the correct rhythm. With time and practice, you will develop the dexterity necessary to perform these passages with ease.

The final part of the song, corresponding to the last chorus, is particularly rhythmic and follows the patterns of the drums and the guitar. This means paying attention to the coordination between the different instruments and faithfully reproducing these rhythms in your own performance. Listen carefully to the original recording to pick up on the rhythmic nuances and specific accents to be reproduced.

The human piano bomb: Too difficult?

It is essential to note that before you can approach this advanced version, it is imperative to be comfortable with the intermediate version. Make sure you've mastered the rhythm patterns and transitions in the intermediate version before moving on to this more advanced step. The intermediate version will allow you to strengthen the foundations necessary to tackle the new rhythmic challenges of this version.

Patience and regular practice will be your best allies in learning this advanced version. Be sure to check out additional resources such as video tutorials or reference performance recordings to help you understand and reproduce the rhythmic subtleties of this version.

Keep working hard, measure by measure, giving yourself time to assimilate the new rhythm patterns and making sure your hands are working in harmony. With perseverance and dedication, you will be able to play this advanced version with precision and musicality.