The Mistakes Pianists Make – All of Them Covered for You

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Fumbling, breaking the rhythm, going out of tune or missing a crucial note in the middle of the performance is every musician’s horror! As a pianist it is obvious that you want to hit the right notes and give flawless performances, but nothing is perfect and that applies to your piano playing skills as well. […]

What Does It Take To Become A Top Notch Musician?

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If you were to go around asking everyone what they think are the ingredients for a successful music career, you will hear as many answers as there are respondents. However, you will notice that some of them will be repeated by many people, even though they may be in different words. Some of the common […]

Soundtracks That Sound Like Magic on Piano

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When you watch a really good movie, the story, the acting, the direction everything stays with you for a long while. Even the soundtrack or background score of a movie, it really sticks with you long after you’ve left the theater. Now as a music enthusiast you’ve obviously tried to copy these tracks on your […]

The Case For Music Theory – Why Invest In It?

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In life, things explain other things in amazing ways. For instance, in any building, there is a foundation, which is the defining factor of how strong the building will be and also determines how high the building can go. Deep foundations can support tall structures, while one-storied buildings or bungalows don’t need foundations that are […]

The Most Effective Off Bench Piano Playing Exercises To Speed Track Your Piano Playing Progress

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When it comes to creativity, precision, style, creativity, and blending all of them together, the sky is the limit of achievement. Of course, there’s no space rocket you can ride on into space, the journey is long and tedious, and you must drive yourself to improve a little every day. No one is going to […]

5 Reasons Why Parents Should Consider Taking Music Lessons With Their Kids

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Any good parent would want to leave his or her children with a gift they can enjoy for the rest of their lives. Music is one of these gifts, which is why parents are always encouraged to enroll their kids for music lessons. However, there’s no reason why you cannot take this journey with your […]

The Smart Parent’s Guide To Rekindling Motivation For Music Lessons In Children

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Childhood is one most remarkable phases of your kid’s life. This is the time when they start having a rush of emotions and don’t understand how to handle or identify them. However, as parents, it is your responsibility to help your kids and motivate them to try some something new. Music is one such new […]

A Beginner’s Guide To Listening To Modern Classical Music

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Without going into historical detail, contemporary or modern classical music broadly refers to post-1945 classical music forms. This is the type of music that traces its primary lineage to classical composers from the 20th century or earlier rather than genres such as pop, jazz, folk or rock. However, this does not stop modern classical musicians […]

Why Collective Music Making Could Be The Best Excursion You Could Facilitate For Your Children

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Playing music as a part of a band can be extremely entertaining, as well as rewarding for youngsters. Apart from giving their self-esteem a sufficient boost, making music together can be one of the healthiest outlets for creativity and a plethora of emotions. When children work together in a group for an upcoming performance, discipline […]

Piano Lessons Are Like Chicken Soup For Your Child’s Mental And Emotional Health – Here’s Why

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The range of benefits offered by piano lessons for children is really extensive. The purpose of piano lessons is not just about providing your kids with an opportunity to learn how to play a musical instrument. Apart from boosting the cognitive functioning of your child’s brain and sharpening his/her analytical or mathematical skills, piano lessons […]