When to Let Go of the Sustain Pedal
It is so fun to start playing the sustain pedal! Using the sustain pedal adds such a full sound and it is so fun to start playing around with the pedals and see the effects on your music. Too much of a good thing can be bad though. So when do you let go of the...
What Piano Level Am I?
When you are browsing through music, it becomes important to be able to know what level you are at before you purchase the music. Check the following list to see what skills and knowledge you have to figure out your piano level. Primer (Level pre-1): Knows finger...
How Much Time Do Pianists Practice Every Day?
It is no surprise that pianists have to practice in order to keep up their talent. I wanted to step into the life of a pianist and see just how much time they practice at the piano every day. How Much Time Do Pianists Practice Every Day? On average, a concert...
21 Ways to Relax Before a Recital
Getting in front of an audience can make anybody anxious. My students always get nervous before their recitals, so I tried out these techniques before our recital last night. I was amazed to see that not only did it help the students relax and play at their best, it...
How Hard Is It to Learn Piano?
If you are interested in learning the piano, or having one of your children learn the piano, inevitably you will ask the question, how hard is it to learn the piano? How much work is this going to take and how long will it take to get there? Just like learning...
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I’m Tel, piano teacher, piano blogger, and piano student. This resource is for you to get inspired with the best ideas for learning and teaching piano!