I’ve been playing the piano for 28 years. I grew up with teachers showing me how to practice hands separately. I learned the value of isolating difficult spots playing one hand at a time and I know it produces amazing results. But then I cut my thumb! While improperly using a paper cutter for a [...]
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I’m always looking for ways to engage my students in music centered activities. And with today’s electronic gadgets competing for their interest, I’ve got to stay on my toes! In 2010 I will be teaching my students about simple rhythmic and melodic motifs and how repetition and variation create interest. Of course, I won’t be [...]
Every pianist should have this book. Seymour Bernstein has generously share his lifetime’s work so that we may be actualized fully has human beings. He includes case studies of students, psychology, humor and exercises for strength, stretching and particularly how to free the thumb from the wrist. A joyful and valuable read. You will be [...]