Maybe you want to learn to play the piano.  Maybe you don’t have even a smidge of musical training.  If either or both of these two “maybe’s” applies to you, then this tutorial is for you. Let’s start with the absolute basics and … [Read more...]

Much has been published, both printed and online, about keyboard exercises to improve facility at the piano or keyboard.  Beginners especially seem to have challenges with developing this facility on the keys.  As I’ve considered this challenge, I … [Read more...]

In order to play piano scales successfully, specifically major scales, a musician needs to understand what major scales actually are and how to build them.  Once they understand the ‘formula’ to build major scales, they can build any major … [Read more...]

If you are an adult beginner wishing to learn to play the piano, there are a few things that you can do to improve your hand and finger health before you actually begin to practice the piano or keyboard.  These exercises are important for overall … [Read more...]

Technique is a very important factor in learning to play piano.  Some of the finest professional pianists practice diligently to enhance their technique more than they actually practice the piano pieces they wish to master.  Sometimes working to … [Read more...]