Piano League
Interviews
Conversations with pianists, teachers and makers.
David Fung: “The music of Beethoven plays itself”
The Manhattan School of Music pianist on why forcing tempo, bravura and volume works against you.
Expert AdviceJames Giles on why you should practice staccato legato
The Northwestern piano professor on pulse, the left hand, dissonance and keeping a familiar piece fresh.
Expert AdviceHyun Sook Park on why you should listen from the ceiling
The Peabody piano teacher on slow practice, rhythm and learning to really listen.
InterviewsExclusive Interview With 2020 Piano League Teacher Of The Year
Dr. Pornphan Orn Banternghansa and Dr. Chris McKiggan were co-winners of the 2020 PL Teacher of the Year award. They...
InterviewsPablo Galdo on the City of Vigo Competition and Martha Argerich
The City of Vigo competition's artistic director on dropping age limits, open repertoire and his friendship with Martha Argerich.
InterviewsExclusive Interview with LEGO Grand Piano creator Donny Chen
Today, Lego announced that a PLAYABLE grand piano will be available for sale starting on August 1st, 2020 A while...
InterviewsPiano Practice Frustration (ft. Exclusive Interview with Creator)
Competition Host Families: "let's host a pianist and listen to beautiful music every day!" Us: ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) https://youtu.be/h5u8YWCRfVM...
InterviewsHonens Judge Minsoo Sohn on Judging, Chess and Being Swept Away
A 2018 Honens juror on what catches his attention, what he writes in his notebook, and the irony of scoring...