When we think about piano playing or piano lessons, a lot of times it seems to be about playing correctly: playing the right keys at the right time. Certainly there are the basics we need to learn and work on first. But once we have passed the basics (or at least are familiar with them),… Continue reading A Holistic Approach to Piano Playing
I get this question a lot, “how old can my kid start taking piano lessons?” There is no fixed answer to this. Some kids can start piano lessons as early as 4 or 5, while others would have more fun starting with music classes before taking private piano lessons. And it’s completely okay with either… Continue reading Piano Lessons for Younger Kids
Love Piano, Love Life These days have been a bit chaotic for everyone to say the least. At times I do feel somewhat overwhelmed myself. But everytime when I go to the piano and have lessons with my students (whether online or in person), I feel so connected and blessed. I enjoy immensely how music… Continue reading Love Piano, Love Life
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We all have those moments, especially as adults, that we feel bad about not having time to work on something we choose to do outside work/home, something we want to be better at, whether it is a language class, a dance class, a sports, or an exercise class. I just want to say that it… Continue reading Feeling Guilty About Not Practicing Piano Enough?
I also offer bi-weekly and one-off piano lessons – The fee scheme is as follows:2 45-minute lessons per month: $1502 1-hour lessons per month: $1801 45-minute lesson: $851 1-hour lesson: $100 Lessons can be conducted in person or online. Contact me for more information and scheduling.
Lately I feel particularly overwhelmed by what is going on in this world, and I am sure many of you feel the same at times. I can try to relax, watch TV, do something to distract my mind, or do nothing. But I find the best way for me to really feel more at ease… Continue reading Music Healing
I think sometimes I think too much when I am at the piano, especially when I want to compose something new – I have a lot of expectation – and then the question goes, “what if I don’t have any new ideas?” . It has deterred me from even going to the piano lately. Finally,… Continue reading Enjoy Piano Playing
A lot of adult piano beginners try their hands at the piano these days by watching YouTube videos. It’s great to enjoy learning on your own: you can take as much time as you need, whenever you want, at the convenience at your own home. While it’s encouraging to see that many want to pick… Continue reading A few tips for adult piano beginners
I think it’s important to have a student progress report on a regular basis, so that students and parents know how they’re doing with the piano lessons. I’m always pleasantly surprised to see how far students have come along and how much they have learnt, at the same time enjoying their playing and lessons with me!
