The Devil’s Interval - Introducing Locrian Mode for Halloween
It's Halloween, so learn about Locrian Mode and - more inkeeping - the Devil's Interval - the tritone!
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Jack Mitchell Smith
Oct 1910 min read
Putting Chords into Practice - How Chord Can Help Your Learning of Piano Music
Learn how the knowledge and application of chords can help you develop your learning towards all types of piano music.
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Jack Mitchell Smith
Sep 2812 min read
How to Kickstart Your Motivation in Piano Playing: Steps to Becoming More Motivated to Learn and Play
If you are struggling in being motivated when you learn piano, perhaps some of these suggestions will give you the push to keep going!
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Jack Mitchell Smith
Sep 710 min read
Adding the Human Touch - Playing Your Piano Music With Emotion
We’ve done the bulk of the work! You can play the exercise from your book. Perhaps a study piece. Or maybe you’ve been working on an...
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Jack Mitchell Smith
Aug 246 min read
Five Gimmicks to Avoid When Learning Piano
Not everything designed to help you is a bonus. Don't be tempted to try and progress your learning using one of these!
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Jack Mitchell Smith
Aug 713 min read
How to Develop an Octave Stretch on Piano - Exercises for Smaller Hands
If you are looking for exercises to develop your stretch on piano, look no further. Here are a fair few designed to gradually increase your
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Jack Mitchell Smith
Jul 317 min read
Finding the ‘Sweet Spot’ in Piano Playing - Reading Music vs. Looking vs. Instinct
It's important to get the balance right between reading music, listening to what you play and knowing where your hands are.
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Jack Mitchell Smith
Jun 127 min read
"Balancing Act: The Fine Line Between Listening and Performing Whilst Playing Piano"
Discover the delicate balance between listening and performing piano. Learn how active listening can elevate your playing and enhance your m
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Jack Mitchell Smith
May 224 min read
Unfolding the Intrigue: The Extraordinary Tale of a Folding Piano
There is still much snootiness about whether or not you need a real piano to learn. Here's a story to challenge that narrative...
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Jack Mitchell Smith
May 202 min read
Murder in Nantwich - Back to the 1910's
There was a murder at Richmond Villages, Nantwich in May 2024 - and I was there to...play piano for it!
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Jack Mitchell Smith
May 158 min read
"Unlocking the Secrets: How to Perfect Your Piano Sight Reading Skills"
To be a natural at sight reading, it takes as much practice as the piano itself! There are, however, some tips and tricks up my sleeve...
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Jack Mitchell Smith
May 89 min read
Exercises to Improve Voice Performance on Piano
Playing a piece with multiple voices well is what separates a good pianist from a great one. Try these exercises to develop your skill!
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Jack Mitchell Smith
May 17 min read
"How to Master Piano Practice and Performance: Five Essential Tips for Success"
It's all personal, of course, but here I explore 5 things I need at my disposal when practising piano!
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Jack Mitchell Smith
Apr 246 min read
Setting up Your Piano Room
Do you have a piano? Maybe you'd like to consider one? Getting the most from your piano extends far beyond the instrument itself!...
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Jack Mitchell Smith
Apr 178 min read
Score vs. Memory - Learning and Performing
The age old debate of whether or not we need to commit our music to memory is explored. It certainly has its pros...let's discuss!
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Jack Mitchell Smith
Apr 109 min read
Unlocking the Secrets of Minor Scales: A Step-by-Step Guide for Musicians
In this blog I explore the three common forms of minor scale that you will need to understand and perform as a pianist.
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Jack Mitchell Smith
Mar 278 min read
"The Mental Toll of Perfection: Understanding the Guilt of Musicians"
Do you need to practice? Yes. Are you in the mood to practice? No? Is that just tough luck or should we take heed? I investigate...
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Jack Mitchell Smith
Mar 2010 min read
"8 Effective Practice Techniques for Musicians: How to Perfect the Art of Practising"
It can seem quite baffling that we need advice on how to practice. But so many of us get it wrong. Read on for some useful tips...
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Jack Mitchell Smith
Mar 136 min read
"Which is Best for Musical Mastery: Self Teaching or Private Piano Tuition?"
Why should you use a piano teacher when you can just as easily (and more cheaply) buy a book or download a course? Read on to find out...
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Jack Mitchell Smith
Mar 61 min read
Macclesfield Nub News Debut
Read my article on the Macclesfield Nub News website and be inspired to take up piano!
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