Do Singing Lessons Really Work?
Yes, singing lessons with a qualified teacher do work. Whether you are a beginning singer, a frustrated “tone-deaf” individual, or an advanced vocalist preparing for auditions, you will benefit from working with an instructor or coach.
Your teacher will diagnose flaws that you’re aware of, they will suggest improvements that you wouldn’t have noticed on your own, and most importantly, they will provide drills, vocalizations, and pieces of repertoire that will address the aforementioned flaws.
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Is It Important To Learn Scales On Guitar?
In an interview with Guitare and Claviers Magazine, Grammy-winning musician Neil Young said of scales, “...nobody cares if you know how to play scales. Nobody gives a s*** if you have good technique or not…The technical aspect is absolute hogwash as far as I’m concerned.” That’s certainly a take! So are scales dead? Is there no longer a reason for guitarists to practice their Lydian modal scales and sweep picking patterns? The answer is no, scales are not dead. Just watch the playing and interviews of Eddie Van Halen and BB King - we’ll discuss this concept below.
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How To Practice Piano Efficiently and Correctly
Practicing the piano is an art form unto itself, and unless you do it correctly, you could waste countless hours without getting better. Follow our exhaustive piano practice guide, and remember - consistent, slow, and careful practice is the only way forward.
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Is Simply Piano a Scam?
Simply Piano, an educational app available for iPhone, iPad or Android devices, has 10 million downloads. But is Simply Piano legit? Can you really learn how to play the piano? We’ll dig into some commonly asked questions below.
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Why Do My Wrists Hurt When Playing Piano?
Wrist pain is a common phenomenon among pianists, and beginners and advanced musicians alike grapple with this issue. In fact, many high level pianists end up taking years off or pursuing therapy because of wrist pain - the thing is, if you listen to your body, you can correct issues before they develop into something serious.
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At What Age Should You Start Piano Lessons?
It’s a question that parents and adult students everywhere are asking - when should you start piano lessons? The short answer for adults or teens is easy: as early as possible. It’s a little bit more complicated for children, and it boils down to a few qualifications:
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Can You Learn Piano As An Adult?
“Is it possible for me to learn how to play the piano? Now? Now that I’m an adult? Can I as an adult take piano lessons and actually attain the level of playing I want before it’s too late?”
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How Do I Get My Child to Practice Piano?
Nowadays with every form of entertainment so visually attention-grabbing, it’s no wonder that kids struggle with practicing piano. It’s an art form relying on sound, and, if any visuals are involved, it’s for the sake of decoding still, colorless images - music notation.
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Are Online Piano Lessons Any Good? 5 Data-Backed Observations
Whether you live in a remote location or you need to schedule lessons across time zones, here are 5 reasons to consider signing up for online piano lessons.
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Rachmaninoff Prelude in C Sharp Minor Op. 3 No. 2: Music Video
A most famous piece, Rachmaninoff’s prelude in C sharp minor is hauntingly beautiful and inspires many pianists to recreate the piece of music with their own visuals. Check out my collaboration with Argle Bargle Films’s director Jairus Cobb.
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