Commonly Asked Questions

How long are the Rests?

Before jumping in, keep in mind that the note and rest values change depending on what time signature the piece is written in. So it is...

Why is Ear-Training important?

First, think about how much easier it is for you to learn a piece or a song if you have heard it, such as all your favorite Christmas...

What are Intervals, and Why Do I Need to Know Them?

Interval is just a fancy name for the distance between two notes and they make the music world go round-- really. As you start out, you...

How to Practice Piano Efficiently

When you start learning a new piece, you might jump right into playing the notes one by one from the first to the last measure. Then when...

There are Hashtags in Music?!

Yes, you are right! The hashtags are called "sharps" in music. Before getting into learning how sharps, flats, and natural signs work,...

Why You Should Practice Scales

Many of you probably wonder why your piano teacher would ask you to practice technique, especially scales. Well, here are some reasons...

How to Motivate your Children (or yourself) to Practice?

If you don’t find your children naturally gravitating towards the piano to practice- fear not-that’s normal. Though don’t be surprised if...

How Will I Master Piano?

Everyone knows that practice makes perfect; in fact, Malcolm Gladwell famously coined the “Ten-Thousand-Hour Rule.” Gladwell’s rule is...

Group Piano Classes v.s. Private Lessons

There are pros and cons of taking either group piano classes or private piano lessons. Some students work better in a group setting,...

Afraid to perform in recitals!?

A lot of us share the fear of public speaking or performing on stage... Even professional pianist at times are nervous to perform in...

What is the Best Age To Start Piano?

Any parents out there wondering what the best time is to put your children in piano lessons? Well, we are here to give you some ideas to...