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When it comes to learning piano, the debate between a grand piano and an upright piano can often come up. While both instruments can be great for learning, the answer to whether a grand piano is better for learning than an upright piano is not clear cut. One of the main advantages of a grand piano is its superior sound quality. Grand pianos are designed with longer strings, which creates a deeper and more resonant sound. Additionally, grand pianos have a more sophisticated ac

With the recent conclusion of the 1st edition of the International Piano Island Festival held in Singapore, one could only marvel at the exciting line-up of accomplished pianists giving individual masterclasses and the opportunities to interact and befriend fellow piano lovers in person. In this article, you can learn more about piano festivals and the benefits they can bring to your child and your family! 1. Piano festival? What's that? A piano festival is an event held over

​ The new year is approaching, and for some of us that means new music! You eagerly retrieve your new book of Chopin Ballades from the bookshelf , plonk yourself before your piano and then… what? The excitement ebbs and you wish you can drown yourself in the sea of black dots right then and there. The question that you most probably shall have is “where do I start?” Do you decide to dive right in, get your hands dirty and courageously sight-read the entire piece? Or do you, a

​ It is difficult to pinpoint the exact definition of a “musician”. Is someone who plays soft background jazz at a restaurant a “musician”? Must a “musician” be someone in a cool rock band? Or does a virtuoso with a fancy tailcoat or tuxedo basking in the spotlight come to mind instead? Is a musician simply someone who learns or play an instrument? I shall hereby give a possible suggestion (credits to my piano teacher Ms Lena Ching) of the meaning of a “musician”: A musician

Haven’t we all heard the familiar statement from our piano teachers “Boy/Girl ah, you need to play more legato. Connect your notes…” But what does it exactly mean to play legato? Before that though, first let us have a look at the significance of legato. Legendary pianist Vladimir Horowitz once said “the most important thing is to transform the piano from a percussive instrument into a singing instrument”. This is because music is primarily all about song and dance, and minu

Looking back at our learning journey, most of us probably realized we have our own preferences in picking up information. For instance, some of us work better by following written instructions whereas there are others, who would rather do hands-on work to better understand a concept. Likewise, for our students/kids, they have a preferred mode of learning. By identifying their primary mode of learning, we can utilize our teaching strategies better. Here are the characteristics

​What is it that makes a piano competition, or any competition rather, so alluring and seductive? Is it the yearning to perform, to showcase? Or is it the adrenaline rush, that steroid jab that makes your heart thrash against your rib-cage? Is it the sense of satisfaction, self-glorification triumph, when your hand closes around the plaque bearing your name, your title? Undeniably, these thoughts resonate within not only myself, but countless others. Why shouldn’t they? But t

Know nothing about pianos? Good! ​ This article is written especially for you! At the end of this article, we want you to be equipped with enough knowledge to properly choose a used acoustic piano all by yourself! Awesome? Read on! ​ 1. Basic Must Know Knowledge of Piano What is a Piano? ​ A piano is just an instrument. It is not as scary as you think. Neither is it too complex. ​ Basically, a piano is a string instrument which produces sound when you press down the keys. Eac

Buying a piano directly from an owner is definitely a much more value-for-money option than getting one from a dealer’s store. However, the biggest downside is that your piano will have no warranty. So you have to make sure that the piano that you are getting is in good condition. This might sound difficult for a person who doesn’t know anything about piano, but it’s actually not difficult at all! Anyone can do it. Although professionals have a whole checklist of detailed poi

Are you looking to buy a piano for yourself or your child? In this short article, we will discuss 3 very important considerations that you must know when buying an acoustic piano in Singapore. This will be useful only if you are looking for an Acoustic Piano. You may wish to skip this article if you are buying a digital piano. (If you are still considering whether to buy an Acoustic or Digital Piano, you may want to read this instead: Acoustic or Digital Piano - Which Should