One of the reasons a difficult passage in piano music seems so difficult is because there are so many motions involved. There are different fingers to coordinate, perhaps a tricky rhythm, and your hand must move from one part of…
Young students may be more attracted to a new song or familiar tune, but a few minutes spent with scales can completely transform their relationship to the piano. Scales may be boring, but they help students discover the pathways of…
Few would argue that slow playing is the key to successful practice, but it is a fact. It can be tempting to play fast, especially if you know the tune well, but this will only mask any errors you are…
A piano keyboard offers endless possibilities, but in the beginning, you will soon discover that it’s easier to play the wrong notes than to control the fingers. Most beginners find that finding the correct keys is easier than getting each…