Simone Dinnerstein for Piano Students of All Ages
Simone Dinnerstein touches on inner voices and Bach Prelude in C Major in this video interview of pointers and inspiration for piano students of all ages. »
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Simone Dinnerstein Plays the Bach Prelude in B Minor
Simone Dinnerstein plays a lesser-known piece reminiscent of the accessible Bach Prelude in C Major in this exclusive video recording from her home studio. »
Simone Dinnerstein’s Insights for Adult Piano Students
Concert pianist Simone Dinnerstein, who used to teach adult piano lessons, offers valuable tips for musical interpretation in an open, inspiring interview. »
Simone Dinnerstein on How Bach Looks Ahead to Pop
In a unique interview, Simone Dinnerstein connects the Bach Prelude in B Minor to jazz and contemporary pop music, providing inspiration for piano practice. »
Simone Dinnerstein Plays in Her Home Studio
As Simone Dinnerstein played in her home studio, this humble observer, an adult piano student, was reminded of her own study of the Bach Prelude in C Major. »
The Bach French Suites Amplified
Delve into the Bach French Suites by learning the romantic story behind the creation of the Baroque pieces and hearing from both sides of the pedal debate. »
Fantasy Impromptu, a Poem
In her poem Fantasy Impromptu, Mary Jo Balistreri writes of playing Chopin on the piano as temporary relief from the pain of loneliness, envy, and longing. »
Debussy First Arabesque Amplified
Deepen your interpretation of the Debussy First Arabesque with visual aids, tips for playing triplets against eighth notes, and comparisons to Bach's music. »
The Minute Waltz, a Poem
Hearing Chopin's Minute Waltz on the piano was the poet Mary Jo Balistreri's first experience, at 9 years old, of music as more than just pleasant sounds. »
The Liszt Un Sospiro Amplified
A closer look at the Liszt Un Sospiro reveals patterns in the rolling arpeggios, an Impressionistic quality, and some historical background on the piece. »
Piano Gone Missing
A news story about a missing grand piano brings to mind August Wilson's 1990 play The Piano Lesson, about a family's complex relationship with their piano. »
Ricker Choi Plays the Debussy Clair de Lune
Ricker Choi plays the Debussy Clair de Lune from Suite Bergamasque and reveals how the piece speaks to him with images of earth, moon, ocean, and breezes. »
The Debussy Clair de Lune Amplified
The Debussy Clair de Lune, the most popular movement from Suite Bergamasque, holds poetry, emotional connection, and intriguing rhythms for these pianists. »
Accessible Piano Repertoire from Latin America
An interview with creators of Piano Accents: Latin America, accessible piano repertoire minus the cute pictures, a good choice for advanced beginner adults. »
Latin America Music for the Piano
Dr. Gail Fischler, piano teacher and speaker, advocates that piano students expand their repertoire from classical to Latin American popular and folk music. »
Chopin’s Raindrop Prelude Amplified
An in-depth look at the Chopin Raindrop Prelude, with its repeated A-flats and tempo rubato, offering multiple perspectives on technique and interpretation. »
Chopin Waltz in B Minor Amplified
After her mother died, the pianist Catherine Shefski decided to relearn and record, for reasons she did not quite understand, the Chopin Waltz in B minor. »
The Old, Yellowish Piano Keys
Nino Dangadze plays Rêverie by A. Ovenberg. At age 14, drained by the pressure of the piano lessons for the previous seven years, I was looking forward to moving on with my life, as far away from the ... »
At Last, Accessible Classical Piano Music
An advanced beginner pianist offers her picks for accessible classical piano music that appeals to adults, including Philip Glass, Brahms, and Mendelssohn. »
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