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It’s important to me that my students are introduced to the music of Chopin and composers of his generation early because modern piano technique starts with him. I have particular pieces that I find very useful when I am working with students to improve their sound and coordination. A piece that works well for my …
My general emphasis on coordination and gesture in my teaching responds to a general flaw in current pianistic training. I’m not talking about a particular country, as this is something I’ve noticed everywhere. Essentially, basic piano training focuses on a lot of Classical and Baroque composers. Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven are important, and I definitely …
When I graduated from conservatory, I realized I was unhappy with my sound on the piano. After much contemplation and discussion, I observed that my sound did not project enough. An ideal piano tone, as my teacher was showing me, rises up from the piano and projects all over the concert hall or room. My …
How I Worked to Improve my Tone Quality on the Piano. Read More »
When I was finishing my conservatory degree at 18, I felt that something was wrong. Until that moment, although I did not recognize it at the time, I played only by instinct. My instinct was good, but instinct is not enough. In general, instinct works well when you are young and maybe don’t think a …
Right now, a lot of musicians are struggling. Concerts are canceled, orchestras are not playing, and it can be challenging to practice and stay motivated in the current environment. When the Covid19 pandemic hit, I was full of contradictory emotions. Everything that I had scheduled was canceled or postponed: concerts, masterclasses, and even recordings. It …
Practicing and Teaching Music Lessons During Covid19. Read More »
People who have already experienced some piano lessons with me know very well my main motto: “There are two ways to teach: 1) one way is to work only on the pieces, without any interest in the student in front of you.. this way is like going to the doctor who prescribes medicines.. (some fingering …
