Thoughts on Teaching
The TeacherIt is of fundamental importance that the teacher carries a substantial volume of knowledge. Because we talk about music, the amount is truly inexhaustible. In addition to theory, which…
Learn How to Practice Your Instrument Focusing On the Process.
Learning Music is a never-ending process. It’s not about going from point A to point B; after all, you will eventually get there because music has its own natural flow.…
Note Speller PDF Free Download
I start note reading and writing with my piano students from the very first lesson. Children from age five are very capable of drawing notes, letters, and recognizing music notation. …
Improving Sound Quality on the Piano
How do I work on sound quality on the piano? My first response is to say: I don't know. That's probably how many of my colleagues would begin their answers.…
Improving Sound Quality on Piano with Students.
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…
My Approach to Teaching Piano.
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…
Practicing and Teaching Music Lessons During Covid19.
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…
Is It Safe to Teach In-Person Music Lessons During Covid 19
Mid -June 2020 , Michigan.Currently the cases of Covid 19 have been going down in the state significantly.I conducted interviews with four medical doctors who work in local hospitals. Their…
Why I am not Teaching In-Person Music Lessons During Coronavirus
Published in June 2020. I am a violin teacher, chamber music teacher and performer, as well as a trained physician. I have an M.D. from Case Western Reserve University School…
Pure Teacher or a Pianist-teacher?
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…