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Ever looked at your sheet music and wondered about those mysterious curved lines connecting the same notes? Let's demystify tied notes and discover why they're such a game-changer for your piano playing!
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Are you finding the jump from 5-note to full-octave piano scales challenging? You're not alone. As a piano teacher, I've seen countless students face this exact hurdle. Today, I'm excited to share a creative approach to help you bridge that gap while enjoying your scale practice!
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What if you could add a touch of magic to your piano playing with a single, simple trick? Enter swing notes! This technique instantly adds character and mood, taking your music from standard to sophisticated. Whether you're looking to add depth, intrigue, or a hint of coolness to your sound, mastering swing notes might be…
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If moving between chords feels a bit choppy, don’t worry! Here are two easy ways to smooth your transitions and bring artistry to your music through chord bridges. Even as a beginner piano player!
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Have you ever wanted to make your music sound bright and hopeful one moment, and intense and dramatic the next? Just like how our tone changes in a conversation, the mood and tone in music can completely transform the listener’s experience.
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One of the beautiful things about music is that it transcends language. That might seem to be a lofty ideal for an article on beginner dynamics. But, when you add dynamics to a piece of music it goes beyond just notes to a powerful image, memory or set of emotions in the listener.What Are Dynamics?At…
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Do you love playing quickly but struggle with mistakes? You’re not alone! Many piano students are eager to play piano fast but find themselves tripping over their fingers. Don’t worry. There’s a solution! In this article, I’ll share how to play piano fast, even if you’re not a seasoned player. Plus, you’ll find tips to…
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Are you ready to sound incredible using only black keys on the piano? You’ll be amazed by how impressive these pieces can be, even at the beginner level.In this article, I’ll share tips to help you play music using just black keys that sound polished and professional, and we’ll dive into an improvisation activity where…
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If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by songs with many black keys, you’re not alone. Many students experience that “deer in the headlights” moment when transitioning from mostly white-key music to pieces that feature lots of black keys. But fear not! With the right approach, you can conquer these pieces with confidence and ease.Many Black Keys…
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It's exciting adding a little artistry to your playing, right? But, when the technique is a bit off it can be disappointing to hear the resulting sound. Learn the 3 steps to playing 2-note slurs that sound beautiful!What Are 2-Note Slurs?Sometimes music symbols can be a little confusing and have multiple meanings (like "read"). For…
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