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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
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
Aug 16, 20239 min read
Understanding Chords and Inversions
A quick guide to finding chords and understanding them better.
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Jack Mitchell Smith
Aug 3, 20233 min read
Committing Music to Memory
I have been committing a few pieces to memory lately. Here are some tips and tricks if you need to do so...
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Jack Mitchell Smith
May 30, 20236 min read
The Art of the Metronome
When is the best time to practice with a metronome? Here are some tWhen is the best time to practice with a metronome? Here are some tips...
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Jack Mitchell Smith
May 26, 20233 min read
Practice Journal: "Pathétique Sonata" - Beethoven - Part Two
This week I've been practicing more in depth the allegro passages of the first movement of 'Pathétique' - 'Allegro Molto e Con Brio'.
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Jack Mitchell Smith
May 23, 20237 min read
Pedal Properly - A Quick Reference
Our best friend on the piano may actually be compromising how good a pianist we really are! Read on to find out more on how we should pedal.
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Jack Mitchell Smith
May 19, 20236 min read
Six Ways to Improve Your Piano Playing
If you're a great pianist, you can almost certainly still be better. Here are six tips to help you improve even more!
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Jack Mitchell Smith
Mar 29, 20239 min read
Learn New Music for World Piano Day
It's World Piano Day! Why not celebrate by learning - or starting to learn - a brand new piano piece?
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Jack Mitchell Smith
Mar 16, 20236 min read
Your First Piano - What To Know
If you are looking into buying a new piano - whether as a beginner or otherwise - it's important to get some things right.
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