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Seconds and Thirds: Making a Start on Intervals
Learn about the relationship between two notes by learning about the intervals seconds and thirds.

Jack Mitchell Smith
Jan 144 min read


The C Major Scale and an Introduction to Key Signature
Learn the C major scale and how it relates to the key signature of C major.

Jack Mitchell Smith
Jan 73 min read


The Fine Line Between Tension and Relaxation Whilst Playing Piano
learn how to encourage controlled tension and relaxation whilst playing piano.

Jack Mitchell Smith
Dec 17, 20254 min read


Reading Notes on Bass Clef
Now that we are familiar with some notes on the treble clef, let's start learning the bass clef!

Jack Mitchell Smith
Dec 10, 20252 min read


Turning Pulse into Time Signature
Learn about how time signature is written and interpreted on written music.

Jack Mitchell Smith
Dec 3, 20252 min read


Getting To Grips With Musical Note Values
Learn more about understanding musical note values in written music.

Jack Mitchell Smith
Nov 26, 20253 min read


Music Notation: First Notes in Treble Clef
Now that we understand treble clef, let's delve deeper into which notes sit where!

Jack Mitchell Smith
Nov 19, 20252 min read


Playing Your First Notes On Piano
It's important to know how to approach the keys of the piano properly. Read more for advice on playing your first notes...

Jack Mitchell Smith
Sep 16, 20253 min read


Numbering Your Fingers Ready For Playing Piano
Learn how we refer to fingers on the piano.

Jack Mitchell Smith
Sep 9, 20251 min read


Music Notation: Understanding the Stave and Clefs
Start getting to grips with music notation by learning what the stave is and what clefs represent!

Jack Mitchell Smith
Sep 2, 20253 min read


Naming the Black Keys on the Piano Keyboard
It's important to be able to name the black keys on the piano keyboard as well, even if you don't play them straight away!

Jack Mitchell Smith
Aug 26, 20253 min read


The Piano Keyboard at a Glance
New to learning piano? Make sure you read this blog for a first look at how to navigate the keyboard!

Jack Mitchell Smith
Aug 20, 20252 min read


1…2…3…4…5…6… SEVENTH Chords on Piano!
Can you play seventh chords on piano? Fancy learning? Read on...

Jack Mitchell Smith
Aug 6, 20257 min read


Piano Scales: Similar vs. Contrary Motion
Learn the difference between similar and contrary motion piano scales, and decide which one would be best for you to start playing them hands together!

Jack Mitchell Smith
Jun 25, 20255 min read


Relatively Speaking: Finding the Relative Minor
Improve your skill in finding the relative minor key from any major scale.

Jack Mitchell Smith
Jun 4, 20254 min read


Exposition, Development, Recapitulation: How Learning Sonata Form Can Dramatically Improve Learning Classical Piano Music
Learn about the structure of sonata form and how it can help you to better learn classical piano music.

Jack Mitchell Smith
May 21, 202510 min read


Keeping it Simple - Playing Piano Music That Is Easy!
Using simple pieces of piano music is a great way to widen your repertoire and to practice more! Don't neglect pieces that are beneath your standard!

Jack Mitchell Smith
May 14, 20255 min read


Breathe In…The Art of Breathing Properly Whilst Playing Piano
Control your breathing whilst playing piano and you will play much better! Read on for tips...

Jack Mitchell Smith
May 7, 20256 min read


Understanding Time Signature - Music Theory to Improve Your Piano Playing
Understanding what time signature means, why it is there and how to interpret it is essential to start reading music. Learn how here...

Jack Mitchell Smith
Mar 26, 20257 min read


Using Arpeggios to Find Your Way Up the Piano
Tackle the fear of not being able to span many piano keys by using some simple 'rearranged' arpeggios to develop a little bit more hand span

Jack Mitchell Smith
Jan 27, 20253 min read
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