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3 Tips for Memorization

Memorization has a lot of benefits for students, but sometimes it can be a lot of work! As with everything in life, some students find memorization easy, and some may struggle with it. Every student is different! Students may find these 3 memorization tips to be helpful: Tip 1: …

Why memorize piano music?

Why should piano students memorize their music? In the pianists' world, playing from memory is a traditional expectation. Some students find memorization to come naturally to them while others may find it to be more of a challenge. But will students really benefit from taking the time to …

Rockin’ Playlists: Songs to Encourage your Heart

We all need some encouragement for our hearts every now and then. There's something about music that speaks to our hearts. Music has proven to be a wonderful outlet for those whose hearts need a little boost. For me, playing the piano and finding song lyrics I identify with has always been healing. …

Benefits of Studying the Piano

When I began studying the piano at age 11, I made the decision to learn how to play because I enjoyed it not because of its benefits. Now as an adult I am able to look back and see how studying an instrument really shaped who I am as a person. Here are just a few of the many benefits I've seen in my …

Rockin’ Playlists: Beginner Classical Part 3

We've already explored some classical keyboard works for beginners that illustrate some elements of music. Let's now take a look at some iconic composers and pieces from different periods in music history: Baroque, Classical, Romantic and 20th Century. Baroque, 1600-1750 We cannot explore the …