Thursday, 31 January 2013

About Piano: Spruce Up Your Lacquer Piano Finish

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From Brandy Kraemer, your Guide to Piano

Spruce Up Your Lacquer Piano Finish
If your lacquered piano is due for a polish, you'll want to spend a few extra dollars on a good product. Common household furniture polishes, even those with... Read more
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How to Clean Your Piano Keys
Piano keys become soiled over time, and it's no secret why this happens. Sweaty hands and skin oils help dust and dirt bind to keys, and frequently used... Read more
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4 Rules for Piano Health
There are some things you can do to extend your piano's life without consulting a technician. Use these tips to keep your piano in good working condition... Read more
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When Should You Have Your Piano Tuned?
Learn the best time of year to have your piano tuned, and how often... Read more
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About Piano: Reading Piano Foot Pedal Commands

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From Brandy Kraemer, your Guide to Piano

Reading Piano Foot Pedal Commands
There are three common pedal marks used to control the most popular piano foot pedal... Read more

Learn About the Three Standard Piano Pedals
Illustrated introduction to the three piano foot pedals... Read more
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The Bizarre History of the Piano Pedals
Piano pedals have existed for almost as long as the modern piano itself, but they had a rocky start. While the modern piano accepted most of its final touches, the evolution of the piano pedal continued... Read more

How to Clean a Piano
Learn good habits for cleaning your piano, and keep it looking its best... Read more
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About Piano: Preparing Your Hands for a Performance

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Preparing Your Hands for a Performance
There was an old Seinfeld episode - 'The Pez Dispenser' - where Jerry and company debated about how George's pianist girlfriend warmed up before a concert. Jerry quipped... Read more
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Piano Recital Etiquette for Musicians
There are some universal rules of etiquette you'll want to know if you plan on performing at a piano recital. Learn how to interact with your audience, perform with other musicians, and avoid on-stage faux pas... Read more

Concert Etiquette for Audience Members
As an audience member at a piano recital, you should be aware of the following rules to ensure a great experience for yourself and others... Read more
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Piano Recital Dress Codes
Piano recital dress codes can vary by musical style, venue, and level of formality, so always confirm details with an event coordinator or music instructor. But, there is a universal norm to... Read more

 


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Monday, 28 January 2013

About Piano: Want to Speed Up Your Playing?

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From Brandy Kraemer, your Guide to Piano

Want to Speed Up Your Playing?
The most common question asked by new piano students is, "where do I put my hands on the keyboard?" Note numbering, called "piano fingering," is a way of letting you know... Read more

Finding Middle C on Smaller Keyboards
If you're familiar with the keyboard layout, you already know how to find middle C on the piano. But, if you're playing on a smaller digital piano, the missing octaves... Read more

Piano Lessons
Whether you’re starting as a complete beginner, or you just want to brush up on your techniques; these free, easy-to-understand lessons will ensure that you don’t miss any steps... Read more

Volume & Dynamics Quiz
The newest beginner quiz tests you on the symbols, abbreviations, and written commands affecting volume and changes in tone. Most questions use the typical Italian terminology, but there are a... Read more

 


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