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Arwen

About Arwen

Arwen, originally from South Africa, is a dedicated piano enthusiast with a deep passion for the instrument. Alongside her musical interests, she is pursuing studies in marketing, where she enjoys engaging in creative projects!

Must-See Piano Concerts and Festivals in London This Year

2025-02-03T12:56:12+00:00

If you're living in London and looking to immerse yourself in some incredible piano concerts and festivals this year, you’re in the right place! Here’s a guide to the must-attend events for 2025. During the late 1830s and 1840s, London became a key hub for classical piano performances. The piano played a central role in the cultural life of many European cities, and the demand for both more advanced skills and the development of the instrument itself skyrocketed. These performances eventually evolved into the unique public concert experiences we enjoy today. Before diving into the specifics, let’s clarify the difference [...]

Must-See Piano Concerts and Festivals in London This Year2025-02-03T12:56:12+00:00

Mastering Piano Sight Reading

2025-02-03T10:29:07+00:00

You might love it, you might hate it. In the end, no matter how you feel about it - sight reading forms part of any instrument you want to learn or play. What Is Sight Reading? According to the Oxford dictionary, it is the ability to read and perform music from sheet music, without preparation. Sight reading is often seen as a sore thumb in many pianists’ lives since they struggle with it. Now it is quite difficult due to its nature, but it mostly has to do with how much (or little) you are practising it. The better you get, [...]

Mastering Piano Sight Reading2025-02-03T10:29:07+00:00

Busting Piano Myths (Part 2): Debunking More Myths Preventing You From Success

2025-01-01T08:13:40+00:00

If piano myths are the reason for stopping you from becoming a pianist, this article is for you! As we head into the new year, make learning the piano a part of your goals for 2025. If some myths like the fear of failure is what’s stopping you from learning the piano, this is the year you will overcome it. Do not let the year pass by without putting your goals into practise. Time is passing by anyway, might as well make it count! A new year is always exciting— new possibilities and opportunities. Unfortunately, old myths still stand. It is [...]

Busting Piano Myths (Part 2): Debunking More Myths Preventing You From Success2025-01-01T08:13:40+00:00

How To Make Learning The Piano Your New Year’s Resolution And Stick To It

2025-01-01T04:34:22+00:00

We all know the saying: new year, new me… Learning the piano is on your New Year's resolution list, will you complete it? Did you know that only about 7% of people complete their New Year’s resolutions? Most resolutions typically involve losing weight, exercising more, quitting bad habits or learning a new skill. Furthermore, 23% of people quit within the first week and over 80% forget about it by February. It beckons the question; why make them in the first place? Well, a new year is always exciting. It feels as though it promises a new beginning or a “do over”. [...]

How To Make Learning The Piano Your New Year’s Resolution And Stick To It2025-01-01T04:34:22+00:00

Busting Piano Myths: Clearing Common Confusions and Misconceptions

2024-12-20T10:12:13+00:00

Some of the leading factors of people who want to learn piano but do not end up doing so, is due to quite a few piano myths. Many people tend to bring excuses to the table when you ask them why they did not start with their goal of learning the piano. Excuses like it is too hard, it becomes boring or even feelings of incompetence thinking that they are too old. I would like to call some of these excuses piano myths that deter people from starting their piano journey. Thus this article will debunk popular myths about learning and [...]

Busting Piano Myths: Clearing Common Confusions and Misconceptions2024-12-20T10:12:13+00:00

Piano As Therapy: Improve Your Mental Health

2024-12-05T16:51:31+00:00

Using piano as therapy might be the key to improving your mental health - no pun intended. Mental health has become a big thing in our society today, with the media, government, schools and many more continuously spreading awareness about it. Did you know that over 284 million people are affected by anxiety alone! The world health organization states that 15% of working age adults have a mental disorder at any given time. It is a scary thought, but nevertheless hope is not lost. There are many ways in which one can help improve your mental health. The one that will [...]

Piano As Therapy: Improve Your Mental Health2024-12-05T16:51:31+00:00

Why Your Piano Needs Regular Care

2024-10-31T13:33:25+00:00

Nothing lasts forever, but surely some things are worth fighting for? The piano is an extraordinary and delicate instrument. Just like any other instrument, it needs proper care and maintenance. There is just something satisfying about having and playing on a well cared for instrument - as if you can feel the love and efforts radiating out of it. Just by doing simple things every now and then, you are setting your piano up for the long run! I believe mostly everyone wants their piano to last, but are you willing to do what it takes? Maybe you still need more [...]

Why Your Piano Needs Regular Care2024-10-31T13:33:25+00:00

Bach’s Legendary Legacy That Paved The Way For Piano

2024-10-31T12:04:26+00:00

Piano music would not be the same today if there were no courageous musicians willing to go beyond the limits. Imagine living such a compelling life, using your extraordinary talents to influence countless others. Not many musicians can fit this description. Yet, there are some people that used their exceptional talents and skills that are still impacting lives today. Beethoven, Mozat, Liszt and many more helped pave the way for the piano and its music. Let us take a closer look at another brilliant composer and musician who helped shape the future of piano: Johann Sebastian Bach. A Deeper Dive Into [...]

Bach’s Legendary Legacy That Paved The Way For Piano2024-10-31T12:04:26+00:00

10 Reasons Why It’s Still Worth Learning The Piano Today

2024-10-03T11:09:11+01:00

“I am too old”, “What is the point?”, “It is too complicated.” Did you fall victim to some of these excuses? Does even thinking of the piano become a huge killjoy? Pause, take a breath and read through this article to unlock the desire to start learning the piano! Learning the piano can be challenging and intimidating, since most rather like staying within the borders of their own comfort zone. Yet is it worth venturing beyond those borders to have a chance to see even a glimpse of success? Yes, I believe most definitely so. If you start learning the piano [...]

10 Reasons Why It’s Still Worth Learning The Piano Today2024-10-03T11:09:11+01:00

Keys Full Of Passion: The Piano’s Role In The Romantic Period

2024-10-03T10:55:22+01:00

The Romantic Period was the start of dramatic music full of passion and life, with the piano playing a significant role during the era! After the French Revolution, artists used the atmosphere it created as inspiration for their works. People became more open and public about their objections, which radiated through musician’s compositions. Romanticism was mainly a reaction against political and social injustice. It was also a way of rebelling against the industrial revolution that replaced people’s jobs with machines. That probably explains why romantic music is so expressive and dramatic. Yet this was not the only reason for the [...]

Keys Full Of Passion: The Piano’s Role In The Romantic Period2024-10-03T10:55:22+01:00
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