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Cait’s Piano Survival Kit : Unlocking The Power of C
My piano survival kit consists of materials that I refer to if I feel a bit lost or I don't know what to practice. Keep it close and use it any time – there is absolutely no need to feel stuck, ever again!
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Cait’s Piano Survival Kit – Part 1
My piano survival kit consists of materials that I refer to if I feel a bit lost or I don't know what to practice. This can be kept and used at any time – there is absolutely no need to feel stuck, ever again!
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An extended musical adventure?
As the principal of an international piano school and a pianist/composer, I've had the privilege of working on numerous creative projects ranging from film scores to award-winning albums. My passion lies in tackling unique challenges, blending musical styles, and working with visionary artists. Each project I take on is a musical highlight of my…
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How to Practice Piano Without Practicing
We've all experienced the grind of the daily commute, often time spent curled and tensed up, gripping phones, waiting for claustrophobic journeys to end.
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Practicing Piano Challenges and Rewards
Why Practising Piano is Both Challenging and Rewarding Why Practising Piano is Both Challenging and Rewarding Overcoming Common Challenges in Piano Practice Technique, style, coordination, sight-reading, fluency, harmony, rhythm, articulation… These are the most common challenges a pianist faces while practicing. Ultimately, these are the tools that a musician needs to develop to reach proficiency…
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Kontakte by Stockhausen
Interview with Siwan Rhys and George Barton: Kontakte by Karlheinz Stockhausen Introduction LCSP Coach Siwan Rhys and George Barton form the percussion and piano duo GBSR. They recently discussed their recording of KONTAKTE by Karlheinz Stockhausen with Tom Donald. This was the first piece the duo performed together back in 2013. The album is set…
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Playing Music You Love
Finding Joy in Piano Practice: Playing What You Love Understanding the True Goal of Piano Practice What is the goal of reading a book, if not to access and enjoy the meanings conveyed by it? The same principle applies to music: the ultimate aim should be to play the music you love, not just…
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How to Improvise the Blues Masterclass with Alberto Ferro
How to Improvise the Blues with Alberto Ferro Since joining our school in 2017, Alberto L Ferro has become one of London's most sought-after piano teachers, often booked out weeks in advance. His gentle and disarming approach, combined with an incredible skill for breaking down concepts, has made a huge impact on our…
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The Best Piano Student Ever? It’s not what you think!
What Makes a Successful Piano Student? Our Monthly Team Meetings: Reflecting on Teaching Excellence Our team meets up every month to brainstorm, explore, dig deep, and ensure that our teaching tools and resources remain at the highest possible standard. Recently, our conversation took a different turn. We started discussing the importance of being selective…
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Practice Piano Efficiently – Part 4
How to Practice Piano Efficiently and Enjoy the Process The Difference Between Playing and Practicing Every time we sit at the piano, we engage in two distinct activities: playing for the sheer joy of music, and practicing to improve our skills. While it's tempting to just play and get lost in the music, effective…
