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Pianote  /  Articles
Finding Your Piano Path With Anomalie (Interview)
Montreal native Anomalie talks about his journey from classical piano to jazz and music production in this interview. Includes tips on timbre and practice!

Pianote  /  Scales and Keys
The Mighty Pentatonic Scale
The pentatonic scale is a tool for every piano player. Get the formula to create a pentatonic scale in any key and tips on how to use it.

Charmaine Li  /  Articles
How to Clean a Piano
Learn how to clean a piano effectively and safely. Avoid common mistakes and keep your piano looking and sounding its best for years to come.

Charmaine Li  /  Articles
10 Awesome Taylor Swift Piano Songs
Taylor Swift is a master songwriter with music well suited for the piano. Here are 10 awesome Taylor Swift piano songs.

Pianote  /  Chord Progressions
Top 10 Piano Chord Progressions (And How They Work)
Everything you need to know about understanding, making, and playing chord progressions on the piano.

Jemma Heigis  /  Articles
How to Be a Music Influencer & Land Big Gigs (ft. Keyboardist Who Played for Karol G)
Jemma Heigis is a music influencer who has played stadiums with reggaeton superstar Karol G. Here's how she got there!

Lawrence Gowan  /  Articles
The Story Behind “Domo Arigato, Mr. Roboto”
Lawrence Gowan of Styx explores the keyboard parts behind the band's hit "Mr. Roboto." Plus: the story behind the song.

Charmaine Li  /  Practice
How Long Should You Practice Piano?
How long should you practice piano each day? Let’s answer this question with ability level, goals, and practice habits in mind…

Lisa Witt  /  Articles
The Great Lisa Witt Interview!
Everything you wanted to know about Lisa Witt, the face of Pianote and an icon in online music learning who has inspired thousands to learn piano.

Pianote  /  Song Tutorials
10 Easy Popular Songs to Play on Piano for Beginners
Love pop but don’t know where to start? Dig into these 10 easy popular songs to play on piano for beginners.

Pianote  /  Articles
Interview With a Cruise Ship Musician (Piano Jobs You Can Get)
Want to make money sailing around the world? Check out our interview with pianist Adam Stout, a cruise ship musician with Holland America.

Scott Bradlee  /  Styles
Ragtime 101 (With Scott Bradlee of Postmodern Jukebox)
Scott Bradlee of Postmodern Jukebox teaches you how to play ragtime piano like it’s the 1890s.

Pianote  /  Technique
The Ultimate Piano Technique Resource
Look no further. Here is everything you need to play faster, articulate better, and master piano technique.

Scott Bradlee  /  Articles
Scott Bradlee (Postmodern Jukebox) on Jazz, Nostalgia, and Surviving the Age of Algorithms
Why music from the 1920s is still relevant, and how to stay grounded in the chaotic 2020s.

Pianote  /  Improvisation
How to Improvise on Piano: A Beginner’s Guide
Anyone can learn how to improvise on piano. You don't need perfect pitch or inborn talent, just technique and practice!

Charmaine Li  /  Articles
10 Easy Beethoven Piano Pieces (With Sheet Music)
10 easy Beethoven piano pieces for beginner and intermediate pianists to get started with playing music by the legend!

Charmaine Li  /  Articles
Alesis Recital Pro: The Best Affordable Digital Piano?
The Alesis Recital Pro retails at US$379 and includes 88 full-size weighted keys.

Pianote  /  Articles
Upright vs Grand Piano: Differences Explained
Upright vs grand piano: is one always better than the other? Not necessarily! Learn more about the difference and whether one is right for you.

Pianote  /  Songwriting
How to Write a Love Song on the Piano
Learn how to write a love song including inspiration, choosing a key, chord progressions, and more.

Pianote  /  Articles
How to Play More Songs in 2024
Goal-setting tips for achieving your piano goals in 2023. Plus: get more sheet music and learn more songs as a Pianote+ Member!

Jordan Rudess  /  Play Faster
How to Play Scales FAST 💨 (The Jordan Rudess Juilliard Approach)
Dream Theater's Jordan Rudess shares his secret to playing lightning fast scales.

Charmaine Li  /  Articles
Gifts for Piano Players: Holiday Gift Guide 2023
How to buy piano gifts, what to buy, and for whom. We take the guesswork out of buying gifts for piano players.

Pianote  /  Articles
How to Become a Music Therapist (Piano Jobs You Can Get)
Ever wonder how to become a music therapist? Olivia Maveal tells us what it takes, what the job is like, and its rewards and challenges.

Charmaine Li  /  Articles
Best Piano Books for Beginners – Adult Piano Method Book Reviews
We reviewed the best piano books for beginners including Faber, Alfred, Bastien, and more! Learn with the best adult piano method.

Charmaine Li  /  Articles
20 Great Piano Composers: The Best Classical Piano Music
Get to know some of the biggest piano composers in history. You probably know a piece or two by each of them!

David Bennett  /  Chord Progressions
How to Make Your 1564 Chord Progressions Less Boring
The 1564 is a popular chord progression that appears everywhere. Make yours stand out and learn how to take it to the next level on the piano.

David Bennett, Pianote  /  Chord Progressions
14 Sad Chord Progressions
In the mood for something…moody? Here are 14 sad chord progressions to help you feel your feelings.

Charmaine Li  /  Styles
10 Easy Jazz Standards to Learn First
Get started with jazz by playing one of these easy and popular standards.

Charmaine Li  /  Articles
50 Best Piano Songs of All Time (All Genres)
The most iconic piano-driven songs in history, from Franz Liszt to Hans Zimmer.

Justin Stanton  /  Articles
6 Facts and 6 Questions With Snarky Puppy Keyboardist Justin Stanton
We caught up with keyboardist, trumpet player, and composer Justin Stanton of 5x Grammy Award-winning Snarky Puppy.

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