Pedal Skips - Gliding

Lesson 3

Goal:

Train your feet to move fluidly and intuitively across the pedalboard without looking.

Instructions:

• Select the following stops on your organ: 

  • • Pedal: Octave 8 (Principal 8) and Choral Bass 4

• Watch the demonstration video for each exercise and practice the technique as shown.

• Feel, don’t look: Develop your foot’s tactile awareness—avoid watching your feet and rely on muscle memory instead.

• Maintain light contact with the pedals to sense each key as you pass over it.

• Use ankle motion only—keep your legs relaxed and avoid lifting them.

• Practice slowly at first, giving each note and rest its exact rhythmic value, then gradually increase tempo.

Daily Practice Recommendation:

• • • Practice 5–7 minutes daily. Consistent, focused practice strengthens muscle memory and builds confidence.