As a member of the Piano Technicians Guild, I have attended and presented at many piano technical seminars. The number 10,000 often comes up as an approximate number of parts in a modern piano. At the C F Theodore Steinway Music Academy in New York, I...
The online or virtual lesson experience offers different challenges from the previously more common in person lesson. For one thing, it is important to stay engaged with the student, which is the responsibility of the teacher. I have enjoyed learning more about...
I begin every day by switching on the retro-radio in my kitchen and enjoying a cup of freshly brewed coffee. This is a nice way to start things off. Soon after I will exercise a bit and begin what I hope will be a busy day. Now, however, I am still...
The music lesson is a rewarding experience. Here are a few adult students who influenced me and added to my love of the piano and the joy of teaching. Aziza Brendel was introduced to me by her instructor who wanted to place her with another teacher at that...
This is a perfect time to learn to play an instrument. Music lessons online are widely available from every music school (including ours), by music teachers in Oak Park and nearly everywhere. Sign up! Learn to play an instrument! While making breakfast...
Yesterday while teaching from home (the Covid-19 Shelter at Home period still in place), I experienced a moment that made me feel something special. In teaching music, part of our efforts are to help students to play their best, while at the same time realizing...
