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  • 2 Tips For Playing Smooth Chord Bridges On Piano

    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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  • 3 Ways To Create Mood Through Dynamics

    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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  • Play Piano Fast and Flawless: A Beginner’s Guide to Speed

    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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  • Songs With Only Black Keys On Piano: Sound Impressive Instantly

    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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  • Many Black Keys? Master Piano Songs With These 3 Simple Tips

    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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  • The "Drop and Lift": Quick Tutorial on 2-Note Slurs

    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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  • Play Blindfolded? Two Tips To Play Keys Without Looking

    Have you ever wondered "Why does my playing still sound disjointed after all this practice?" You are not alone! Beginners tend to have an over-reliance on the visual. But, once you can start trusting yourself and playing keys without looking, the flow and artistry you're looking for can come together.Why Play Keys Without Looking?People who…

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  • 2 Tips To Make Your Hand Over Hand Arpeggios Amazing!

    Many beginner piano players learn hand over hand arpeggios. But, how many sound amazing while playing them? If you have paused to set up your hands or wondered why your hand over hand arpeggios sound disjointed, I have two tips for you!

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  • 4 Easy Ways To Improvise: Romantic Through 21st Century

    Have you ever considered looking to music history for inspiration as you improvise? Get inspired by music from the Romantic through the 21st Century for your improvisation! After all, these patterns have stood the test of time.

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