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Piano Lessons in the Beginning

What you can expect at the beginning of piano classes, a top 10 list.  Students are taught how to practice.  Parents are led to make starting here as easy as...... Read More

Tchaikovsky’s “Hymn of the Cherubim”

Listening to this a lot this week. A truly transcendent piece of music. From Tchaikovsky’s Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom. I hope everyone has a chance to hear this one.... Read More

Einstein and Tagore discuss music

Two of the great minds of the last 100 years discuss music.  The scientist and the great mystical poet. http://www.schoolofwisdom.com/tagore-einstein.html... Read More

Talking to your teacher

Dear Parents, I want to emphasize today the importance of communication with your child’s piano instructor.  The best way to do this is to ask a lot of questions.  For...... Read More

How much to practice?

The answer to this question really varies widely between teachers.   Some teachers insist on 10 or more hours a week.  This, in my opinion is unrealistic for most parents...... Read More

Giles Apap Special Listening 5-5-08

Long, but really good and varied enough that your brain can survive it…Remarkable Musician, his name is Giles Apap…Keep in mind, this is in the middle of a Mozart Violin...... Read More

S.L. Week of 4-14: Nessun Dorma – Placido Domingo

Try not to cry for too long…This represents a wonderful example of the power of music to change the heart and bring out feelings from within.... Read More

S.L. for week of 4-8-08

Just for Fun, Enjoy…A survey of music throughout time.... Read More
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