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Jun 19, 2025 • 5 min read

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Playing Puccini: The Humming Chorus Transcribed for Piano

A closer look at Puccini’s Humming Chorus from Madama Butterfly—a moment of stillness, longing, and fragile hope. This post explores the scene’s emotional weight, musical simplicity, and a rare piano transcription by Puccini’s friend.

Jan 23, 2023 • 8 min read

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RCM, what it is and how it can help you

The Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) offers a wide range of programs and resources for piano teachers and students, including a graded examination program, teacher training, and professional development opportunities.

Mar 23, 2021 • 5 min read

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The untold secret of the Moonlight Sonata

Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata is undoubtedly one of the most famous classical piano pieces of all time, and yet it may well be among the most misunderstood.

Feb 10, 2021 • 17 min read

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Piano pieces by Black Composers

Let's take a quick look at some of the most influential black composers, their inspiring stories, and incredible music.

Nov 7, 2020 • 6 min read

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Classical piano music like Clair de Lune

Always loved Debussy's masterwork Clair de Lune and want to play something similar? You are in the right place. Keep on reading to discover new classical piano music like Clair de Lune.

Sep 11, 2020 • 14 min read

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Core piano repertoire that every pianist should know

The piano repertoire is vast, but there are some pieces that every pianist, regardless of the level, should absolutely know. Here's the list.

Jul 31, 2020 • 8 min read

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The Romantic period in a nutshell

A quick glance at the Romantic period in music, with a special focus on the role of piano and the compositions that characterized this time in history.

Jun 14, 2020 • 5 min read

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6 Inspiring flashy pieces that are easy to learn

Playing the piano is hard. While this statement is absolutely true, there are a number of pieces that are actually easy to learn but sound very impressive, especially (shhh) for those who don't know much about it.

Jun 7, 2020 • 8 min read

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I will close now. It is growing dark...

In February 1854, Robert Schumann attempted suicide by jumping off a bridge over the Rhine river. The following is an account of this tragic event and the final years of one of the greatest composers of all time.

May 7, 2020 • 5 min read

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Tchaikovsky vs Brahms: a story of music and rivalry

Both composers, ironically born on the same day May 7th, never missed a chance to express their disdain for each other's music. Let's have a look at some of what they had to say!

Jan 13, 2020 • 20 min read

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FACT-CHECK: Truths and myths about Mozart

With so many stories surrounding Mozart and his family, it is difficult to know exactly what is true and what has been "embellished" overtime... Here is a list of some of the most famous stories about Mozart and our verdict on each one!

Jan 6, 2020 • 3 min read

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4 famous classical piano pieces composed by teenagers

Did you know that a few master piano pieces we know today were actually written when the composers were in their teens? It shows that maturity and emotional depth don't necessarily depend on age. You might be in for quite a surprise...

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🎃🎹 Halloween - A Collection of Spooky Piano Pieces
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Daily lessons delivered to your email

Musical intervals are the foundation of music theory. In order to understand how chords and harmony work, first you need to know how to count intervals between notes and understand their different types.

Learn Music Intervals in Just a Week
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