The Power Of Daily Habits

Plant The Seeds And Reap The Rewards!

Where learning the piano or any musical instrument is concerned, a consistent daily routine for focused, goal-oriented practice is recommended for progress.

It is in the small actions we take on a daily basis that lead to significant outcomes in the longer term, even if we don’t notice […]

Practice Good Habits: 5 Piano Posture Essentials

1. Relax And Remember To Breathe!

Stress can create tense playing, as can physical muscular tension.

If you are not in a relaxed state, take 3 deep breaths and feel any tension release from your body before starting. 

Stephen’s Piano student demonstrates great posture.

2. Adjust Chair Height And Distance From The Piano

If your piano bench is […]

Learn to Play The Piano With The Liverpool Academy of Music

Why Do We Listen To Or Play Music?

If there is one thing I cannot live without, it would be music.

It is a universal language that transcends all boundaries, and can communicate to us on a deep, emotional level.

“ Music is a higher revelation than all wisdom and philosophy.” Ludwig van Beethoven

Listening to […]

Violin & Piano Teacher Spotlight – Maja Petrovski

 

“What I play I feel through emotions and relive directly.
That magic is forwarded to the audience and mostly has a positive impact on listeners
– even when the composition is a Lullaby” – Maja Petrovski

 
Storytelling through the magic of melody
Maja Petrovski is a highly accomplished violinist and pianist originally from Serbia. Although she now calls […]

3 reasons people give up learning an instrument (and how to beat them)

There’s no denying it – learning an instrument can be a real challenge. When you start out, it can feel like you’re facing an entirely new language. As you progress, you may find yourself unmotivated or frustrated. Those feelings are normal. It’s what you do after they pass that counts.

In this article, we’ll look […]

5 tips for playing piano in front of an audience

Do you have a performance, recital, or Trinity College London exam coming up? Are you feeling a little nervous, and wondering how you can improve your chances of playing piano perfectly? We are here to help.

It’s only natural to feel anxious before playing piano in front of an audience. In this article, we’ll share […]

5 Life Lessons Learning Piano Will Teach You

Learning piano is a challenging pastime. Mastering hand positions, scales, pedals, and complex compositions can be time-consuming and frustrating. However, if you stick with it, you will be rewarded with more than just music.

Here are five life lessons learning piano will teach you.
1. Start Slowly
When it comes to learning a new piece of music […]

How a Piano Works

Have you every wondered how a piano works?

There are 7,500 parts in every piano, and these parts work together to form a sound unlike any other instrument – a sound produced by both string and percussion elements.
When You Press a Key
The key is the short end of a much longer lever. When you press the […]

7 Tips for Efficient Piano Practice

Learning the piano is a complex, time-consuming undertaking, but with immense reward. Keeping up your regular practice can be difficult at times – particularly during stressful periods at work or school – but it is necessary. Here are 7 expert tips for efficient piano practice, so you can get the most out each session.
1. […]