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/ Practice How To Build The Perfect Piano Practice Routine (That Actually Works) If you’ve ever sat down at the piano and thought, “What should I practice today?”—you’re not alone. One of the biggest struggles piano players face is knowing how to practice effectively so they keep improving (without feeling overwhelmed or bored). In this guide, you’ll learn a simple practice routine formula you can apply to any […]
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/ Musicianship The Fastest Way to Learn Songs on Piano (Even If You’re a Beginner) If you’ve ever wanted to learn a song quickly on the piano—without spending weeks glued to sheet music—let me introduce you to your new best friend: the lead sheet. Lead sheets give you just the essentials: melody, chords, and rhythm. That’s it. No pages of complicated notes. No overwhelming arrangements. Just the core ingredients you […]
/ Musicianship How To Play Cocktail Piano: Smooth Jazz Sounds for Beginners Have you ever walked into a lounge or cocktail bar and thought: “Wow… I wish I could play like that”? That smooth, sophisticated piano style that feels effortless—like musical velvet? Good news: You can absolutely learn how to play cocktail-style piano. And in this guide, we’ll show you the exact jazz techniques to get started, […]
/ Musicianship R&B Piano 101: Chords, Groove & Timing with Eric Wortham When you think of R&B piano, you think of lush, colorful chords, smooth grooves, and soulful emotion. But how do you actually play like that? In this lesson, renowned pianist Eric Wortham (who has performed with artists like Adele, Jill Scott, and Seal) breaks down the essentials of R&B piano so you can start sounding […]
/ Ear Training How To Learn Songs By Ear on Piano Have you ever wished you could sit at the piano, hear a song once, and just… play it? 🎹 That’s exactly what pianist and internet sensation Frank Tedesco does every day—he listens to strangers’ favorite songs and plays them back on the spot. Sounds like magic, right? In this blog, we’ll break down Frank’s exact […]
/ Musicianship Gear Breakdown: GLASYS Hears APT (Bruno Mars and Rosé) For The First Time What happens when you hand a synth wizard a soulful performance from Bruno Mars and Rosé? You get musical alchemy. In this special Pianote episode, GLASYS (aka Gil Assayas) hears APT’s reimagining of “Best Part” for the first time—and as expected, he dives in with wide-eyed wonder and sharp musical instincts. But what gear did […]
/ Musicianship How to Play Like Oscar Peterson: 3 Signature Jazz Piano Techniques Oscar Peterson is one of the most celebrated jazz pianists in history—renowned not only for his incredible speed and technique but for his expressive musicality and unmistakable style. In this lesson, Pianote Coach Jacob Dupre breaks down three essential elements of Oscar Peterson’s sound and shows you how to incorporate them into your own jazz […]
/ Musicianship Gear Breakdown: Kevin Castro Learns “Through The Fire And Flames” On The Spot When Brandon Toews of Drumeo challenged Kevin Castro (Pianote) to learn DragonForce’s “Through The Fire And Flames” on the spot, no one expected what happened next. No sheet music. No prep time. Just raw talent, blistering tempo, and a wall of keys. Kevin didn’t just survive — he shredded. And his arsenal of synths, workstations, […]
/ Musicianship Cinematic Piano 101 Cinematic piano is one of the most powerful ways to add drama and emotion to your playing. Whether you’re inspired by composers like Hans Zimmer, John Williams, or Ludovico Einaudi, these techniques will help you craft breathtaking, film-worthy music. Today, we’re diving into essential cinematic piano techniques—chord voicings, motion, arpeggios, and more. Let’s explore how […]
/ Musicianship Announcing the Winners of the Pianote Awards! It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for: your votes are in and we’re ready to announce the winners of the 2024 Pianote Awards! Thanks to you, we can acknowledge and showcase some of the most accomplished players in the piano community this year. From skilled virtuosos and teachers to inspiring and talented entertainers, we put […]
Pianote / Articles The Pianote Awards This is a special event where the piano community comes together to celebrate incredible pianists of all styles and the amazing things they are doing.
Jemma Heigis / Improvisation 5 Pentatonic Licks Your Teacher Never Taught You ft. Jemma Heigis The pentatonic scale is a go-to for improvisation across genres, bringing a bluesy edge and depth to any performance. If you’ve learned the basics of this scale, why not take it a step further? Here are five expressive licks using the pentatonic scale to help you stand out—and maybe even impress a few friends! 🎹 […]
Justin Stanton / Articles Synthesizer Basics: Introduction to Synthesis Understand synthesizer basics like waveforms, oscillators, filters, and envelopes, and start creating your own sound.
Pianote / Articles How Important is Reading Sheet Music? The Pianote team shares their thoughts, and their answers may surprise you!
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!
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.
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…
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