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Tips In Learning Piano

Published on September 26, 2008 By Mickys-Blog

I am always fascinated by the sound of piano. It simply results into a kind of music that can touch hearts and touch souls. I wanted to learn piano when I was a kid however did not have a chance until when I attended the choir. However, it was not a formal lesson because I [...]

How Do You Know When It’s Time To Tune A Piano?

Published on September 22, 2008 By Mickys-Blog

Having your piano tuned is definitely the single most important part of the instrument’s maintenance, but unfortunately, very few piano owners follow a reasonable schedule when it comes to having their pianos tuned. Piano owners often think that they can go years between tunings and everything will be fine, or that they can try to [...]

What Are Some Of The Most Expensive Brands Of Pianos On The Market?

Published on September 22, 2008 By Mickys-Blog

Pianos, as a whole, can be a pretty costly investment. They often range into the double digits of thousands for even some of the lower end models. There seem to be manufacturers that have both an “economy” line of pianos that it would be easier for an average, middle class family to afford as well [...]

Piano Learning Software – A Modern Way To Learn

Published on July 6, 2008 By Mickys-Blog

Piano lessons have changed over the years. Now you can download a full piano course to your computer and learn to play in a new and modern way. With the cost of electronic keyboards and pianos becoming easily affordable, especially if you buy a second hand keyboard, now is a good time to start learning [...]

Best 3 Tips For Piano and Organ Moving

Published on June 13, 2008 By Mickys-Blog

If you have the fortune of owning a piano then you know how delicate this instrument really is. Since pianos and organs are so fragile, this makes them so vulnerable to scratches and dents. That is why when it comes to having to move your piano you need to make sure that movers seriously care [...]

5 Tips For Piano Moving

Published on May 29, 2008 By Mickys-Blog

Since pianos are very fragile and vulnerable to scratches, you need to make sure that movers care about the safety in moving the instrument just as much as you would. You want a piano mover who can take care of it from the moment it leaves your place to your desired destination. You want a [...]

Steinway Piano: Through the Years

Published on May 22, 2008 By Mickys-Blog

All pianos are the same, right? They all have 88 keys, some black and some white, a couple of pedals and a bench. But no, that’s not all. Not all instruments are held to the same standards as a Steinway piano and it is for this reason that they are so popular. Solid craftsmanship and [...]

Helpful Pointers On Buying Musical Instruments

Published on May 20, 2008 By Mickys-Blog

Every school year, parents will be faced with buying musical instruments for every child that participates in the school band programs. Some parents luck out because the school band program provides the instrument and the child is only responsible for providing the music sheets and accessories that are used personally by them during each class. [...]

How to Play the Keyboard: Start With C Major

Published on May 17, 2008 By Mickys-Blog

Playing the keyboard is not as difficult as a lot of piano upstarts think. In fact, the piano is the perfect instrument for music beginners, as, unlike other instruments, its layout is straightforward and easy to understand. Plus, in contrast to instruments like the guitar, to play the keyboard doesn’t require a lot of unnatural [...]