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Piano Instruction: Using the wrist to taper phrases

Posted on May 14, 2011 by

I’ve always believed that it’s not enough to rely on fingers, or finger action alone, to play the piano expressively. For me, enlisting the wrist, and rolling into notes, especially those that are shaped down at the conclusion of phrases … Continue reading →

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How long should a piano student stay with a piece?

Posted on May 12, 2011 by

As a teacher, I’ve often pondered this question, concluding that there are varying answers which depend on the advancement and motivation of individual students. Certainly no fixed formula addresses the length of time a pupil needs to fully realize his … Continue reading →

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Piano Instruction: Practicing the Schubert Impromptu in Gb, Op. 90 in Steps (4 videos)

Posted on May 12, 2011 by

It’s obvious that I’m a novice at video editing now that I’m on my own, but I managed to put together 4 videos demonstrating a step-wise approach to practicing the Schubert Gb Major Impromptu. I parceled out voices beginning with … Continue reading →

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Should a piano teacher be able to play pieces assigned to students?

Posted on May 2, 2011 by

This question, posed on numerous Internet piano forums, elicited varied opinions from teachers and students. One participant asked about Dorothy Delay, who taught some of the most celebrated violinists at the Juilliard School. When this esteemed mentor had reached an … Continue reading →

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Captured and Not Yet Released! (Trials and tribulations of video editing and uploading)

Posted on May 1, 2011 by

Video segments, parts 2 and 3, that were bound for insertion in my last blog, remained in captivity with no specific timetable for release. Their capture was as easy as ABC, matching my Kindergarten level computer skills, but beyond this … Continue reading →

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The Emotionally Abusive Piano Teacher and Suggested Rehab

Posted on April 25, 2011 by

Over the years my ears have been pinned back by stories from students who experienced emotionally abusive teachers. One who transferred to my studio from another, described her head having been shoved into the music after striking a wrong note. … Continue reading →

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The Piano Universe of Discussion Boards, Digital Feedback, and Self-analysis (Video)

Posted on April 24, 2011 by

I love to scan the Boards at Piano World, UK Forums, Piano Street, Piano Addict, and other stop-off points such as My Music Life Blogspot and Color in my Piano to get a feel for the concerns of piano students … Continue reading →

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