Piano Lessons for Adult Piano Students
Who Decides What Is or Is NOT Music – and Why You Should Care
I teach piano to adults. They love many different kinds of piano playing from show tunes and ballads to the classics. One thing many of them say when the subject comes up is “Rap is not music.” Most are then surprised when I explain why they should change their opinion – for their own good. (more…)
Practicing Piano Scales is Most Worthwhile when Done Smartly
In Part One, I suggested you ask yourself three questions regarding piano scale practice:
“What will I, personally, get out of the effort that will help me play the music I want to play the way I want to play it?”
“If scales provide something I need, is there any other way to get the same skill/knowledge, perhaps in more enjoyable fashion?”
“Are all scales equally important?” meaning, “Which scales deserve the most attention?” and, “Are some scales not worth my time and effort?”
This essay deals with the first two questions, which are closely related.
