Why is piano called a piano?

January 26, 2022



We often don’t question why things are called what they are: a table is a table, a plate is a plate, and a piano is a piano. Something you might be surprised to learn is that a piano is not actually called “piano.”


Who are the most important American composers?

December 9, 2021



In the 21st century, we enjoy over a century of a fantastic merge of musical cultures producing an array of different styles for the listeners to enjoy, including great American composers!


What are the easiest and the hardest piano pieces to play?

November 20, 2021



Most piano students begin with the absolute easiest pieces. But what are the easiest and hardest pieces to play?


How can you tell if a piano teacher is qualified?

November 8, 2021



Whether you are a beginner or advanced student, it’s important to choose a piano teacher who is an expert at their instrument, has education to back it, and has prior teaching experience.


Can I learn to play piano from YouTube tutorials?

October 30, 2021



While there is nothing wrong with learning piano on YouTube, the benefits of taking private piano lessons with a professional teacher are vast!


What are the benefits of improvisation in piano lessons?

October 4, 2021



Improvisation is a skill that is often overlooked in traditional piano lessons, but has many benefits and makes learning piano even more fun!



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