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 →
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 →
A Piano Teacher Who Left a Lasting Imprint…
How many of you have had a piano teacher(s) who has made a lasting imprint and influenced your musical training? Or perhaps you or your students never realised that you may be an inspiring teacher? Many of you may have had more than a handful of piano teachers or professors since perhaps the age of... Continue Reading →
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