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3 Chord Patterns That Make Sight Reading 10x FASTER chords Jul 16, 2024

Knowing chord patterns is one of the fastest ways to improve your sight reading skills. I'll share three chord patterns that can make your sight reading ten times faster. We'll explore these patterns with real musical examples, and I'll guide you on how to master them effectively. 

 

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How to Overcome Performance Anxiety (FOREVER) performance anxiety practice routines revolutionary practice methods Jul 10, 2024

Overcoming Performance Anxiety: A Pianist's Guide to Confidence

Whether you're preparing for a recital, competition, or simply sharing your music with friends, these strategies will equip you to play with less anxiety and more confidence.

Step 1: Understand the Physiology

Performance anxiety...

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3 Tricks to Make ANY Chords Sound BETTER chords revolutionary practice methods Jul 10, 2024

Here are three game-changing tricks that will elevate your piano chord game to a whole new level even if you're a beginner or a seasoned player. These techniques will revolutionize the way you approach chords, making them sound cleaner, richer, and more harmonious.

Trick 1: Chord Blocking

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THIS Piano Practice Technique will Help You Learn 10x FASTER practice technique revolutionary practice methods technique Jun 10, 2024

Revolutionize Your Piano Practice: Achieve 10x Faster Learning and Performance

If you're tired of slow progress and want to sound exponentially better, then you're in the right place. In this blog post, we're diving into a truly revolutionary practice technique that will transform the way you...

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How to Make Piano Trills Sound Better (in 4 steps) practice technique Jun 10, 2024

Trills can be incredibly challenging, often leaving piano players feeling frustrated and unable to achieve the level of musicality they desire. Let’s break down the process of mastering piano trills into four simple steps that will have you playing with grace, freedom, and ease in no time.

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Do These 2 Things to Learn *EVERY* Piano Chord Quickly chords revolutionary practice methods technique Jun 03, 2024

Knowing chords on the piano is the key to everything speed-related. Whether you want to read music faster, learn difficult pieces more efficiently, or memorize pieces with ease, chords are your secret weapon. I’ll show you two things: the essential formulas to build major, minor, augmented,...

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Make Your Left Hand Cooperate (3 Exercises for Piano) revolutionary technique methods technique Jun 03, 2024

If you're struggling to get your left hand to cooperate, you're not alone. Most people find it challenging to play freely and fluidly with their left hand, even if they’re left-handed.

I’m going to give you three exercises to help your left hand cooperate better, each with added...

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The Surprising Benefits of Diving In and Figuring Stuff Out for piano teachers Sep 05, 2023

Today, let's talk about the surprising benefits of diving in and figuring stuff out.

I believe that embracing this mindset of "diving in" and "figuring things out" can be a game-changer in your teaching business, regardless of your busy schedule or other commitments. So, let's explore the...

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Unlocking Musical Mastery: 3 Steps to Solidify Piano Music Memorization revolutionary technique methods Aug 23, 2023

Do you long to express yourself freely and musically at the piano? Are you looking to enhance your ability to play from memory, with a deep understanding of the piece? In today's blog, we're diving into the intricacies of piano music memorization and uncovering three essential steps to help you...

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Mastering Difficult Conversations with Clients: 3 Steps to Success for piano teachers Aug 22, 2023

Today, I want to dive into a topic that's close to my heart—how to navigate challenging conversations with your clients. 

We all encounter moments when discussions about rates, policies, scheduling, or other issues become uncomfortable. That's why I want to share three steps that will...

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Mastering Damper Pedal Technique: A Step-by-Step Guide revolutionary technique methods Aug 18, 2023

Are you looking to elevate your piano playing to the next level? Do you want your music to sound cleaner, more polished, and truly musical? If so, you're in luck! 

In today's tutorial, we're going to explore a powerful exercise that, when practiced correctly, can transform your damper pedal...

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Avoid These Common Marketing Mistakes to Attract More Piano Students for piano teachers Aug 17, 2023

Today, we're going to dive into two marketing mistakes that many piano teachers make, and I'll provide you with actionable tips to avoid them. 

 

Mistake #1: Lack of a Compelling Hook or Headline

Picture this: you land on a website or social media post, and the first impression is...

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