By Gail Fischler, founder of Piano Addict Blog Have you ever been horrified to discover rhythmic or voicing errors in music you have known and performed for some time? It happens. A case in point for me is Copland’s Four Piano Blues. The changing meters in these pieces evoke the improvisatory rhythm and rubato of […]
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Performances are part of your musical journey, and since there’s no way around it it’s best to be as prepared as can be. Everyone artist has their own way of preparing, but there are always similarities and common routines. Whether you're heading towards your first performance or it’s your millionth one there are a few […]
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Building the perfect practice schedule for your students requires a lot of balance. You have to create a demanding schedule, but if it will be too demanding, you risk losing your students as they might feel helpless and overwhelmed. On the other hand, you have to maintain a sense of fun and enjoyment, but if […]
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