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Musicnotes Now » Music Theory
2M ago
Tchaikovsky’s emotionally expressive and culturally unique music offers players of almost any level a chance to stretch their skills and explore a range of moods. The composer’s influence on Russian, and, indeed, many other classical composers, echoes through the nearly two centuries since his lifetime. Thus, learning how to play Tchaikovsky represents an opportunity to ..read more
Musicnotes Now » Music Theory
2M ago
Frédéric François Chopin may be the most beloved composer of piano music in the Western canon. His music is performed around the world at concerts, recitals, weddings, funerals, and just about every occasion you can imagine. Playing a Chopin piece can even help you relax after a stressful day. While many of his pieces are ..read more
Musicnotes Now » Music Theory
3M ago
Claude Debussy makes an appearance on just about every list of favorite composers. His music is often described as soothing, relaxing, and just plain beautiful. He was a prolific composer for the piano, leaving dozens of pieces for all to enjoy today. Are you wondering how to play Debussy? While some of his pieces are ..read more
Musicnotes Now » Music Theory
3M ago
Lead sheets are a great way for pianists to explore new music. If you’re not familiar with lead sheets, you can read all about them here: “How To Read A Chord Chart Or Lead Sheet At The Piano” In short, lead sheets are bare-bones sheet music that provide you with a notated melody line and ..read more
Musicnotes Now » Music Theory
3M ago
Learning to play the piano is a rewarding project. There is so much repertoire you can learn, from The Beatles to Broadway to Bach. One composer you might enjoy learning to play is Ludwig van Beethoven. He was a prolific composer and wrote numerous pieces for pianists of all levels and abilities. Studying his pieces ..read more
Musicnotes Now » Music Theory
3M ago
Elvis Presley credited blues and soul music as the inspiration for what was, at the time, a genre-busting musical style involving guitar-heavy melodies and edgy lyrics. His music’s connection to musical “outliers” contributed to the sense that to play rock and roll was to engage in a form of rebellion against social norms and niceties ..read more
Musicnotes Now » Music Theory
4M ago
Ear training will not only help make you a better musician, but it can also make music even more enjoyable ..read more
Musicnotes Now » Music Theory
4M ago
The piano music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is rewarding for students of all levels and abilities. There is something for everyone, from students who are new to the instrument to accomplished performers. Learning Mozart serves two purposes. The technical challenges help pianists improve their keyboard skills while the delicate melodies encourage advanced artistry in classical ..read more
Musicnotes Now » Music Theory
4M ago
If you are wondering how to play Bach, you are not alone. His classical music is unique in his repertoire and demands special attention. With diligent practice, any pianist can master his music. It is well worth the effort as Bach’s pieces are quite rewarding and enjoyable to play. Johann Sebastian Bach’s Background To learn ..read more
Musicnotes Now » Music Theory
6M ago
Explore the science behind motivation and discover how it can be applied to practicing your instrument ..read more