Piano Guidance
Piano Guidance
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You need to have a cover (even a simple cloth will suffice) that covers your piano for every minute that you aren't playing it. Digital pianos are more susceptible to damage from dust than real pianos. Dust gets into everything, and can have an adverse affect on sensors, electronics and other sensitive components.
But the big difference for pianists is that their communication is about syntax, not words. Dr. Charles Limb's study showed that when pianists...
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Read More »You’ve now acquired yourself a nice little piano and have practiced on it a while. But the instrument itself appears to be in need of a good clean and you’re curious about how to maintain such a thing of beauty. You’re unsure what to do as you’re scared you’ll damage your prized possession. Who to trust? Where to go? What must you do to return your treasure to its original state? Not to worry, OnlinePianist has you covered. We’ve previously discussed how to buy a used piano and how to buy a new piano, but for many of us, the practicality of owning a real piano seems but a luxury, or is something we aim to own only sometime in the future. So, how do you make the most of your piano keyboard? There are some easy ways to ensure it stays sharp, polished and lasts a long time.
Pink noise, white noise or any type of sound is generally safe for anyone to use. It helps you sleep by covering up distracting sounds that might...
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A master key is a key that opens several different locks, related in some way, within a master key system. For example, an elementary school may...
Read More »If you’re looking for how to clean digital piano keyboards, don’t pick up just any old household cleaner. The harshness of the chemicals can sometimes damage the keyboard. Check the instructions manual or the manufacturer’s notes for specific and acceptable cleaning methods, just to be on the safe side. There are products specifically for cleaning digital piano keyboards, but if you’re looking to save some money, there is a homemade cleaner that is safe to use.
Essentially, the blues is a specific progression that uses the C7, F7, and G7 chords. (For the sake of brevity, I'll only look at playing blues in...
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Read More »Simply observing proper electronic care can go a long ways toward maintaining the electronics of your digital piano. Start by making sure the outlet you are plugging into is in good condition and that you aren’t overloading the outlet by plugging the piano into an outlet that is shared by a number of other electronics. Always turn the digital piano off before you unplug it, and always unplug it when you’re not playing the instrument. Make sure you keep the cords out of the way where they won’t incur any damages. Also, don’t plug your digital piano into an outlet that is shared by a microwave oven, air conditioner, refrigerator or any other major electrical appliance. Interference from such devices can affect the sound of your piano, or interrupt its operation during high-power cycles. In extreme cases it may even damage the piano, cause a fire, or cause an electric shock to person. [5] There are numerous tips on maintaining your digital piano; however we have only given you few basic points. You will find many once you start researching on specific brands, user’s reviews and experiences as every piano is different. Enjoy playing your piano keyboard; if you do so, you will not want it to last as long as possible, so ensure you do your best to take care of it properly. Use it for exploring your creativity by composing your own scores, playing classic tunes and learning from OnlinePianist. After all, this is the prized asset that will bring out the creative and musical you, so go for it! **Here are some great tips for deciding on a digital piano by KEYBOARDkraze So readers, share with us your thoughts! Are there any tips you’d like to share with us? Be sure to let us know in the comments!
Guitar comes out on top in terms of how quick it is to learn to play with both hands in harmony. To make any sound on the guitar you immediately...
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The Dorian minor scale as a b3, natural 6, and b7. It is the most commonly used minor scale for improvisation in jazz music. It works over any ii...
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70 keys Beethoven only had about 70 keys on his piano and would surely have used more notes if he'd had them, he says. Jan 18, 2011
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People who enjoy jazz, blues, or soul music were found to be more extroverted with high self-esteem. They also tend to be very creative,...
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