Where Piano Playing Retirees Get Information and Encouragement
If you have been following along with my blog, you have probably become aware that I discuss classical piano music frequently. I also discuss modern or pop music frequently as well. When it comes to jazz piano music, I have really only mentioned it in passing. The reason why I have done this, is because … Read more
Looking after an acoustic piano, is not hard at all. There are a few things that will make such a difference to keeping your piano in tip top condition, as well as assisting with maintaining the tuning. In some ways, I think an acoustic piano, is much like a fussy pet – you have to … Read more
Some days it can feel a bit blah and the motivation could be missing entirely, so you don’t actually feel like practicing. First of all, we have all been there. I certainly remember as a kid that there would be days I didn’t feel like practicing at all. You are not alone in your motivation. … Read more
I make no secret that I am very much a classically trained piano teacher and that playing classical music for my own personal amusement, is what I prefer. I have also made no secret about my opinion is that the best genre of music that you should learn, is the one that most interests you. … Read more
In music, there is two ways of expressing chords. The first is to put the notes together on a musical stave, so essential you are reading musical notation. The second way, which is very popular, especially among those who can’t read music , is to use a system of letters, numbers, and sharp, flat and … Read more
The term of ‘folding piano’ is not a term I could have ever imagine existing. Someone has clearly got a better imagination than what I do. The other day when I was just scrolling on Facebook, I saw an ad for a folding piano, so I Googled it and found that they most definitely do … Read more
We all feel like quitting from time to time. I think it is part of human nature to want to give up and quit. There can be circumstances or surprises that life throws our way that makes it feel like it is all too hard to continue. So quitting seems like the logical choice. As … Read more