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Film Scores that Every Pianist Should Know

2026-05-06T08:03:04+01:00

Film music has a unique ability to live beyond the screen. A great score can instantly recall a scene, a character, or an emotion years after the credits have rolled. For pianists, film music offers something especially rewarding: melodies that audiences recognise, harmonies rich with colour, and arrangements that range from beautifully simple to thrillingly virtuosic. Whether you are an intermediate player seeking engaging repertoire, or an advanced pianist wanting dramatic concert pieces, film scores provide a treasure trove of material. Here are some of the film scores that every pianist should know. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-Zcc-OvzA8 The Piano – Michael Nyman It would [...]

Film Scores that Every Pianist Should Know2026-05-06T08:03:04+01:00

The Difference Between Legato, Staccato, and Portamento in Piano Playing

2026-01-18T09:53:28+00:00

Most students, when starting to play the piano, have no idea about legato playing or staccato playing. When a student starts to learn, all these concepts are new. Legato playing is a very fundamental and important part of piano playing and you have to have a good grip on what legato really is, how it sounds and how to execute it. Staccato is in a sense the opposite of legato playing and is clearly indicated with small dots placed on top of notes on your score. is playing notes with a very short sound. The note is not kept down. You [...]

The Difference Between Legato, Staccato, and Portamento in Piano Playing2026-01-18T09:53:28+00:00

Piano Voicing Strategy: Make Your Melody Sing With This Easy Practise Technique

2025-03-24T11:49:47+00:00

One of the most crucial elements of expressive piano playing is voicing—the art of making a melody stand out clearly above the accompaniment. Whether you're playing classical pieces, jazz improvisations, or pop arrangements, voicing helps create a more natural, vocal-like quality in your playing. Without proper voicing, even the most beautiful melodies can get lost within the harmonic texture, making the performance sound muddy or unclear. Imagine a singer performing a song. The melody is what captivates the audience, while the harmonies and accompaniment provide support. In the same way, pianists must ensure that the melody is always the star, supported [...]

Piano Voicing Strategy: Make Your Melody Sing With This Easy Practise Technique2025-03-24T11:49:47+00:00

How do I Approach a New Piano Piece for the First Time?

2024-04-11T22:07:23+01:00

Most students, when receiving a new piece to learn, will immediately try to play it from the first notes of the written music, being eager to hear and play the melody. However, there are a few factors to take into account before even reading the very first note. Important factors like the key it's written in and the time—whether a waltz time or maybe 6/8 or the normal four beats in a bar.So, What is the Best Approach to Your New Piece?The most important aspects before playing a single note will be the key signature and time signature, but factors like [...]

How do I Approach a New Piano Piece for the First Time?2024-04-11T22:07:23+01:00
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