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How to Use the Piano Sustain Pedal Correctly (No Muddy Sound!)

The Golden Rule of Legato Pedaling

Never press the sustain pedal *before* striking a new chord! Release and depress the pedal immediately **after** striking the new chord keys to seamlessly connect harmony without muddy bleeding.

Understanding Piano Pedals (Sustain, Una Corda, Sostenuto)

The right pedal sustains notes, the left pedal (Soft / Una Corda) softens volume and darkens tone quality.

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