What I’m learning
Learning piano as an adult beginner: my guide after 5 weeks
It’s been just over five weeks since I sat down and committed to learning piano properly as an adult. Here’s what I’ve learnt so far.
Note values: the basic building blocks of rhythm
When it comes to Grade 1 music theory, one of the first things we’re asked to learn are note values - the basic building blocks of rhythm.
How to read music: the first three landmark notes
Learning to read sheet music doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Here’s how three easy-to-spot landmark notes can help you feel at home on the grand staff.
Discovering Brahms’ Violin Concerto in D Major, Adagio
Lately I’ve found myself returning again and again to one piece of music: the second movement (Adagio) of Brahms’ Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77.
Why finger numbers are helping me discover my left hand
I’m two weeks into my online piano course and I’ve already had a lightbulb moment: finger numbers matter more than I thought.
Why I chose the Roland FP-30 digital piano (and why it feels like the perfect fit)
I knew that choosing the right piano would be important. Back in 2020, the Roland FP-30 stood out. Here’s why…