Music theory is the study of the practices and possibilities of music. It also explains what music does, and what’s going on when we hear it. Much like learning a second language, music theory allows one to study the ideas and practices of music and how it is constructed. In the simplest terms, music theory is a …
Piano Maintenance and Care
Piano Maintenance and Care Tuning Humidity Control Finish Care Regulation Cleaning Voicing Making sure you have the right technician How Often Should I Have My Piano Tuned? This is a common question and optimally for regular home use, your piano should be tuned twice a year – once in the spring and once in the …
4 Ways to Motivate Yourself to Practice Piano
(1) Look for Inspiration Before It’s Time to Practice Having trouble making yourself sit on the piano bench to practice? Take 10 minutes to listen to music that inspires you, or watch Youtube videos of your favorite performers. But don’t get stuck searching for videos or music to listen to when you’re supposed to be …
A Talented Young Musician Plays at Piano Emporium
Meet Blake Frank, a talented young musician who wowed us with his talent! Blake is 17-years-old and began playing the piano at the age of 4. As you can see – and hear! – all of that practice really paid off. Blake practices 1 – 2 hours per day during the school year, and 3 …
Piano Trivia and Fun Facts
At Piano Emporium, we are big fans of the piano. We’ve compiled a few fun facts about the piano below. Enjoy! The piano was invented in Italy in 1709 by harpsichord maker Bartolomeo di Francesco Cristofori. One of Cristofori’s original pianos is still in existence at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The …
Piano Playing and Preventing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Developing carpal tunnel syndrome is a serious problem for piano players. The weakness, numbness, and tingling in the hands caused by carpal tunnel syndrome – not to mention the pain! – can severely limit time spent making music on the piano. It’s best to prevent carpal tunnel syndrome entirely, but if you have symptoms of …
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National Association of Music Merchants Conference
The senior Piano Emporium staff – Shane and Dave – recently attended the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Conference. This is an incredible opportunity for us to learn more, be inspired, and get great ideas about how to serve our community better. The NAMM Show offers the latest products from more than 7,000 brands, education across …
Give the Gift of Music to Those You Love
When people speak about giving the gift of music, they often refer to the benefits that music brings to the student. There are many benefits to playing the piano – stress relief, improved test scores, and aural awareness, etc. – but many of the benefits of music are more intangible. Listening to and playing music brings …
10 Benefits of Playing the Piano
We could talk to you about the thousands of reasons we love playing the piano and why it benefits our lives, but let’s face it, we’re a little biased! There are actually scientifically proven benefits to playing the piano. Here are a few: Benefits of Playing the Piano: Stress Relief Studies show that playing the …
