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The 3 Easiest Debussy Piano Pieces
May 17, 2023
Looking to learn a piece by Debussy that doesn't require advanced mastery of the piano? These 3 are a great place to start!
Category: Easy Pieces Series', PianoHow to Build a Chromatic Scale
November 28, 2022
Master building the chromatic scale starting from any note in this simple, step-by-step guide. Includes helpful graphics and audio!
Category: Music TheoryFamous Bands from Toronto
November 20, 2022
You probably didn't know that these world-famous bands all call Toronto their home!
Category: Canadian Music, Music GeneralHow to Build a Melodic Minor Scale
November 17, 2022
Master building the melodic minor scale in any key with this simple, step-by-step guide. Includes helpful graphics!
Category: Music TheoryThe 3 Easiest Clementi Sonatinas (piano)
October 30, 2022
These three Clementi sonatinas are perfect for low-intermediate to intermediate piano students!
Category: Easy Pieces SeriesRCM Violin Repertoire - Full List of Pieces
October 25, 2022
A complete, quick-reference list of all RCM Violin Repertoire pieces, levels 1 to 8. Name of piece, composer, and page number.
Category: RCMThe 3 Easiest Chopin Nocturnes (piano)
October 22, 2022
Looking to learn a beautiful Chopin nocturne that doesn't require advanced mastery of the piano? These 3 are a great place to start!
Category: Easy Pieces SeriesShould We Observe Repeats in RCM Pieces?
October 21, 2022
Do we observe repeat signs for RCM examinations? What about Da Capo and Dal Segno signs? Here is what the Royal Conservatory says about this.
Category: RCMWhat Is a Grace Note and How to Play It
August 25, 2021
Learn about the different types of grace notes such as the acciaccatura and appoggiatura and how to play them correctly!
Category: Music General, Music Theory, PianoEasy Sonatinas for Piano Students
July 30, 2021
Playing sonatinas is a great way to ease your way into more complex piano repertoire. Here are a few easy sonatinas to get started with!
Category: Easy Pieces Series, PianoRCM Guitar Exam Requirements (all grades)
July 28, 2021
Planning to do your RCM guitar exams? Find out what you need to know and exactly how you will be graded in our RCM guitar exam mark guide!
Category: RCM, GuitarFamous Canadian Pianists
May 9, 2021
Learn about some of Canada's most well-known pianists, such as Glenn Gould, Oscar Peterson, and others!
Category: Canadian Music, Music GeneralPiano Trills Explained
April 20, 2021
What is a trill and how to to play it correctly on the piano. Find out all this and more in this article!
Category: Music Theory, PianoThe 3 Easiest Chopin Etudes (piano)
April 13, 2021
Looking to learn a beautiful Chopin etude that doesn't require advanced mastery of the piano? These 3 are a great place to start!
Category: Easy Pieces Series, PianoWas Chopin a Good Pianist?
March 14, 2021
Most people know of Chopin as the famous Romantic-era composer, but what about Chopin the pianist? Just how good was he at the piano?
Category: ComposersThe 3 Easiest Beethoven Sonatas (piano)
March 8, 2021
Looking to learn a Beethoven sonata that doesn't require a very advanced mastery of the piano? These three are a great place to start!
Category: Easy Pieces Series6 Reasons to Take RCM Exams
November 26, 2020
Are RCM exams right for my child? Here are our top 6 reasons why it is beneficial to take RCM exams and why you should do it!
Category: RCMCan You Skip RCM Levels?
November 23, 2020
Can you skip RCM levels? When is it okay to skip and when is it better to do your level exams in order? Read on to find out!
Category: RCMHow to Write a Tie in Music (music notation)
September 16, 2020
Ties are very common in music, but how do we write them correctly? Learn the most important rules about writing ties and see visual examples.
Category: Music TheoryEasy Czerny Etudes (piano)
September 11, 2020
Are you a beginning pianist looking to improve your piano technique? Here is a list of six of my favourite easy Czerny etudes for beginners!
Category: Easy Pieces Series, PianoThe 3 Easiest Mozart Sonatas (piano)
September 9, 2020
Looking to learn a Mozart sonata that doesn't require a super advanced mastery of the piano? These three are a great place to start!
Category: Easy Pieces Series, PianoRCM Piano Etudes - Full List of Pieces
August 29, 2020
A complete, quick-reference list of all RCM Piano Etudes pieces, levels 1 to 10. Name of piece, composer, and page number.
Category: RCM, PianoRCM Piano Repertoire - Full List of Pieces
August 4, 2020
A complete, quick-reference list of all RCM Piano Repertoire pieces, levels Prep A to 10, including name of piece, composer, and page number.
Category: RCM, PianoHow Pickup Measures Work
July 30, 2020
What is a pickup measure (anacrusis)? How does it work? Do we count it as a measure? Easy-to-understand explanations with plenty of examples!
Category: Music TheoryThe 3 Easiest Chopin Waltzes (piano)
July 27, 2020
These three waltzes are not too technically demanding and are a great starting point for those looking to starting playing Chopin waltzes!
Category: Easy Pieces Series, PianoAn Illustrated Guide to Child Guitar Sizes
July 19, 2020
Ukulele? Guitalele? 1/2 size? 3/4 size? What does it all mean? Learn all about child guitar sizes to help you make the right purchase decision today!
Category: Music General, GuitarOnline vs. In-Person Music Lessons
July 14, 2020
Online vs in-person music lessons - how do I decide? Find out how the two lesson formats compare and make an informed decision about what works for you!
Category: Music GeneralLearning piano as an adult
July 9, 2020
The myth about adult piano learners, advantages of learning piano as an adult, five tips for success, recommended books for adult piano learners, and more!
Category: Music General, Tips for Musicians6 Signs Your Child is Musically Gifted
July 8, 2020
Wondering if you child is musically gifted? These 6 reliable signs will give you an accurate idea of whether you might have the next Mozart on your hands!
Category: Music GeneralHow Music Intervals Work (with examples)
July 4, 2020
Learn about major, minor, perfect, diminished and augmented music intervals, how they work, and how to identify them both on the music staff and by ear!
Category: Music TheoryRCM Violin Exam Requirements (all grades)
July 2, 2020
Find out exactly what the RCM Violin exam requirements are for all grades and how each exam is graded in this quick-reference guide.
Category: RCMRCM Piano Exam Requirements (all grades)
June 22, 2020
Find out exactly what the RCM Piano exam requirements are for all grades and how each exam is graded in this quick-reference guide.
Category: RCM, PianoFamous Actors Who Can Play the Piano
June 18, 2020
Find out which well-known actors can play the piano
Category: Music GeneralFamous Musicians from Toronto
May 27, 2020
You probably didn't know that these world-famous artists all call Toronto their home!
Category: Music General, Canadian MusicHow to Build a Harmonic Minor Scale
May 6, 2020
Master building the harmonic minor scale in any key with this simple, step-by-step guide. Includes graphics and audio!
Category: Music TheoryHow to Build a Natural Minor Scale
April 27, 2020
Master building the natural minor scale in any key with this simple, step-by-step guide. Includes graphics and audio!
Category: Music TheoryHow to Build a Major Scale
April 22, 2020
Master building the major scale in any key with this simple, step-by-step guide. Includes graphics and audio!
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