Oboe Vs English Horn (Differences Between Oboe And English Horn)
Many instruments make up the family called woodwind, from the humble recorder through to the extrovert saxophone. These instruments have a fascinating history that details … Read more
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Steinway Vs Bösendorfer Piano (Differences Between Steinway And Bösendorfer Piano)
In some ways, this comparison is a little similar to choosing between a Rolls Royce and a Bentley, or even a Lamborghini and a Ferrari. … Read more
Wurlitzer Piano Review | American Company Since 1853
When the name Wurlitzer appears in print or a dialogue, it usually resonates with a very particular kind of instrument. I am not talking about … Read more
Bergmann Piano Review | Grand & Upright Pianos From Young Chang
Following on from the article I wrote recently about Petrof pianos, we continue to explore the options for buying or renting a new piano with … Read more
How Hard Is Fantaisie Impromptu Difficulty | (Op.66) by Frederick Chopin
Even though Chopin composed this famous work in 1834 it was not published in his lifetime. Much speculation surrounds the reasons behind this but perhaps … Read more
Suzuki Piano Method Vs Traditional Piano Method
Learning any instrument can be a delight, a challenge, and a journey, and how you embark on this is a question in its own right. … Read more
Well Tempered Vs Equal Tempered (Differences Between Well Tempered And Equal Tempered)
Before you abandon this article with the terrifying impression, that is will be a physics-based, mathematical analysis, hold on. What I am aiming to offer … Read more
Easiest Chopin Nocturne | A Beginner Starter Piece
I hesitate to describe any work by the famous and celebrated polish composer Frederik Chopin as easy, however, it is true to say that some … Read more
Petrof Pianos Review | European Grand & Upright Pianos
When faced with the decision to buy or rent a new or used piano, the challenge can feel daunting. Even the most experienced pianists encounter … Read more
Ritardando Vs Rallentando (Differences Between Ritardando And Rallentando)
Musical tradition is at times a rather odd element of this popular art. One of those traditions that still holds true for today is that … Read more
The 6 Great Pieces Of 21st Century Piano Music
Often preference and passion are given to the music of the past whilst the music of the times in which we live is ignored or … Read more
How Challenging Is The Well-Tempered Clavier?
Arguably this collection of 48 Preludes and Fugues is one of the best known, respected, and performed selections of pieces composed by JS Bach. It … Read more
Tenuto Vs Legato (Differences Between Tenuto And Legato)
Music is no exception when it comes to technical terminology. There is a welterweight of different terms used throughout the history of Western Art Music, … Read more
Index Finger Twitching When Playing Piano
I feel it is important to be clear that even though I have a Doctorate, it is not a medical one and the information contained … Read more
How Hard Is Franz Liszt’s La Campanella Difficulty?
This may not be a piano piece that you are completely familiar with, so before we plunge into the technicalities let me provide you with … Read more