The study of scales and technical works is a very important aspect of your musical training, through which you will learn about all tonalities, intervals and the keyboard orientation. The study of scales should be introduced only when the pupil has formed a good finger touch and understands the function of the thumb. Technical exercises... Continue Reading →
Études & Studies for Various Level
I have compiled a series of ‘bite-size’ études for pianists from early-advance to concert levels. These exercises are the foundational to the development of technique and musicality of a pianist, striking the balance between the technicality and musicality required of a well-rounded pianist. In particular, Charles-Louis Hanon exercises, deemed to be extremely tedious by many... Continue Reading →
Études Study and Virtousity
Études, a French word for study, is an imperative part of training to become an accomplished virtuoso pianist. Études is essential practice to increase a pianist’s endurance with and control of difficult passages. For advanced pianists, etudes like Chopin’s Opus10 and 25, Liszt’s 12 Transcendental Études, or the two sets of Rachmaninoff’s Études Tableaux Opus... Continue Reading →
Does Learning a Musical Instrument Instill Leadership?
‘Do we have enough leaders in our society?’ or ‘Do we expect everyone to be a follower?’ If the later, then who do we follow? What constitutes a great leader? Leaders are those who: Create inspiration that followers want to emulate Take great initiative and are proactive Cultivate collaboration and a team work spirit Make... Continue Reading →
Take Learning the Piano beyond the Practice Room
We all know that learning an instrument benefits us, encompassing health, mental cognitive capacity, and social and psychological aspects. It has therapeutic effects to helping children with autism, dyslexia, or can even help to de-stress you after a long hard day at work or school. It also offers to enrich your quality of life overall... Continue Reading →
Piano Practice regarded as nuisance. Here is what you should do! Part 2
In my previous blog, I posted on what preventative measures to consider and how to deal with sound mitigation for your piano should you receive a complaint from your neighbour(s). In this second half of my blog, I would like to shed some light on the legality aspects of this issue. I was fortunate to... Continue Reading →
Piano Practice regarded as a Nuisance? Here is what you should do! Part 1
Have you ever had a complaint from a neighbour about your piano playing? Have you ever thought how can my piano playing and practice become a nuisance to my neighbours? If you live in a flat, apartment or condominium type of living arrangement, it may well be a concern. Recently, I received a Cease and... Continue Reading →
What are the factors to consider when choosing your child’s piano teacher
Perhaps you are one of many parents who are confused as to which piano teacher you should choose for your child's piano lesson. Some may not even put much consideration when choosing a piano teacher. Most likely your local music store around the corner runs a music studio with a few on-site piano teachers and... Continue Reading →
Pianokeys
“The pianokeys are black and white but they sound like a million colors in your mind.” Maria Cristina Mena
Kim Chang's Piano Studio 