Posts by Allysia
Join a group piano class this fall!
Hey there! Just wanted to share a video with you about my piano classes that I run in the fall and winter semesters. These classes open once per year, so definitely check it out if it’s something you’re interested in! All details can be found on this page: www.pianotv.net/ptvschool -Allysia
Read MoreCommon Piano Problems #4: Perfectionism
In this video series, I’ll discuss common problems I see adult learners face at the piano based on my experience teaching online courses these past few years. The first video in the series can be found here. The second video can be found here. And here’s the third! If you’d like to join the music…
Read MoreCommon Piano Problems #3: Reading Rhythms
In this video series, I’ll discuss common problems I see adult learners face at the piano based on my experience teaching online courses these past few years. The first video in the series can be found here. The second video can be found here. If you’d like to join the music theory webinar series, head…
Read MoreCommon Piano Problems #2: Avoiding Reading Music
In this video series, I’ll discuss common problems I see adult learners face at the piano based on my experience teaching online courses these past few years. The first video in the series can be found here. If you’d like to join the music theory webinar series, head here. To learn more about my piano…
Read MoreCommon Piano Problems #1: Overdoing It
In this five-part video series, I’ll discuss common problems I see adult learners face at the piano based on my experience teaching online courses these past few years. If you’d like to join the music theory webinar series, head here. To learn more about my piano classes, and to sign up for a waitlist,…
Read MoreQ&A: When do you move up to the next grade level?
For those of you following a graded approach, whether you’re doing ABRSM/RCM/other exams, taking my classes, or simply using it to add some structure to your private lessons or self-exploration, a question comes up: When do you move up to the next grade level? In my studio lessons, we would often begin a grade level…
Read MoreMTB Examinations (Music Teachers’ Board)
Today’s video is on MTB, or the Music Teachers’ Board, and their online examinations. We’ll talk about what the MTB is, how the exam works, and all of the details involved in submitting your recordings. Let’s get started! What is MTB? The Music Teachers’ Board is relatively new, and they were qualified by Ofqual in…
Read MoreWebinar: Avoiding Tension at the Piano
This is a webinar replay from April 2022, where we discuss some strategies on minimizing tension at the piano, and common mistakes people make which can make injury more likely. Make sure you’re on the mailing list (you can join from pianotv.net and receive a free e-book when you do!) to stay up-to-date on upcoming…
Read MoreMemorizing a Piece: Building Muscle Memory
Memorizing a Piece: Building Muscle Memory We’ve talked about four different types of memory on this channel before: tactile, aural, visual, and analytical. Today, I wanted to hone in on a specific discussion of tactile memory, which we also typically refer to as “muscle memory”. When I think of muscle memory and music, I think…
Read MoreWhat you need to know before starting Grade 1 piano
Hey friends, I’m currently wrapping up a CPP-B class (and a new one is open for registration for a few more days), and in the process of finishing up and putting together a final exam, I’ve been reviewing my list of what you need to know before starting Grade 1 piano. In today’s video, we’re…
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