Expert Advice
Advice for pianists from well-known performers and teachers.
Expert Advice
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.