In the modern music industry of today, streaming has become one of the most crucial ways for upcoming artists to get their music heard. Spotify, the largest music streaming service with over 345 million monthly active users, offers classical musicians tremendous opportunities to reach new listeners through playlist placement. However, breaking through on Spotify requires an understanding of its unique algorithm. This article provides tips on how classical independent artists can successfully promote their own music via Spotify user-generated playlists and attract new audiences and music lovers ..read more

Do you want to teach yourself how to play blues piano but aren’t quite sure where to start? I feel you. As a classical pianist, learning blues piano had always been on my bucket list, but I was very clueless as to how to really get started. When I first started learning blues piano 5 years ago, I had a lot of help from books and online courses. I don’t consider myself a blues pianist, but I have definitely learned a thing or two about blues piano and expanded my musical understanding with the help of those materials. In today’s post, I will share some of the best blues piano books that I have ..read more

Unlocking the full potential of your keyboard performances hinges on having the right gear. That’s where expression pedals come in—they’re the secret sauce for infusing your music with creativity and depth. In this post, we’ll take a dive into the world of keyboard expression pedals, spotlighting some of the best picks on the market. From premium to budget-friendly options, we’re here to help you discover the perfect pedal to level up your keyboard playing. Let’s dive in! Best Keyboard Expression Pedals Yamaha FC7 Volume Expression Pedal VIEW ON AMAZON Yamaha’s FC7 Volume Expression Pedal has ..read more

Today I’ll be reviewing Eastar EP-120, a fully weighted keyboard offered at a pretty affordable price on Amazon. To be honest, what has struck my attention about this keyboard was its fully weighted keys, which is something difficult to find at this price point. So, I wanted to review it and find out if it is really worth the purchase, or you should look into other alternatives for fully weighted keyboards if you’re on a budget. From its sounds to features, we will fully cover this digital piano in this review, but if you don’t have the time, here’s what I think about this keyboard: I truly be ..read more

Looking for the best piano sight-reading books? Sight-reading is an essential skill in piano playing and one of the key abilities that help you become a fluent performer. It’s actually not only a skill that helps you learn new pieces at a much quicker pace. It’s much more than that. Whether it’s classical, jazz, pop, or any other genre, fluency in music reading opens your doors to diverse musical opportunities and exploration. In a nutshell, it’s a fundamental skill to become a well-versed musician. I have always considered myself a good sight-reader. I’m pretty confident in decoding and playi ..read more

This post is all about the cheapest touch sensitive keyboard. Touch sensitivity refers to the ability of the keyboard to produce a level of sound based on the pressure applied to the keys. All acoustic pianos are touch sensitive, though not all digital pianos and keyboards feature touch-sensitive keys. By and large, the better the touch responsiveness of a keyboard, the more expensive it is. However, it is absolutely essential for beginners to start learning with touch sensitive keys to develop proper finger technique and dynamics, especially if they plan on transitioning to an acoustic piano ..read more

This post is all about the best duet piano bench. Piano duet benches are a must-have for pianists who want to play duets with a partner or teach piano. These benches are wide enough to comfortably seat two people, making them an essential need for various musical contexts such as concerts, recitals, or practice rooms. Even if you are playing solo, a duet bench can still come in handy while playing demanding pieces that require expansive wrist and body movements. When it comes to duet benches, there’s a wide variety available on the market, so you can read this little guide below before explori ..read more

This post is all about the best advanced piano books. The advanced level is probably the most fun stage of piano playing. This is the stage where you are not limited by your skills and proficiency, therefore you have access to a wide repertoire of music and technical studies. And, when it comes to piano books, you have an almost infinite number of options, whether it’s songbooks or technique books. Therefore, to help you avoid getting lost in the vast array of options, we have listed the 15 best advanced piano books that we believe every advanced pianist should have in their collection. This l ..read more

Starfavor is one of the brands I have come across on Amazon while looking for a keyboard and got curious after seeing the numerous positive reviews it has received. There are many nameless brands on Amazon that produce low-quality instruments, so it’s not always easy to find a decent keyboard at an affordable price. That’s why, I always approach these Amazon brands with a dose of skepticism. However, Starfavor seemed to stand out from the crowd. Its SEK-88A model, in particular, caught my attention with its compelling list of features, especially given its sub-$200 price tag. My honest opinion ..read more

While the combination of flute and guitar creates a splendid harmony, the repertoire dedicated to flute and guitar duets has often been overlooked, leaving behind an unexplored forest of beatiful music. In this post, I will try to unravel the hidden and untouched parts of guitar-flute repertoire. You will find pieces written for flute and guitar as well as flute and guitar arrangements of pieces written for other instruments. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced player, you’ll find something for your skill level to play with your duet partner. Best Flute and Guitar Duet Songbooks – Quick O ..read more