Kenmore Piano Studio
  • Home
  • About
  • Contact
  • Testimonials
  • Blog
  • Virtual Lessons

Learning to Play Music as a Source of Happiness

11/16/2017

0 Comments

 
Music can be a source of deep emotion for both the performer and their audience. We are naturally musical creatures, with a built-in emotional response to music. Musical pieces can tug at our heartstrings and bring us to weeping, or they can bring us uplifted feelings of joy. On the whole, music brings us much happiness.

There is no doubt that hearing “Here Comes the Bride” pick up as the bride-to-be walks down the aisle brings a smile of joy to every participant at a wedding. Every piece of music has some emotionally evocative element to it. Even a children’s nursery rhyme like “Old McDonald Had a Farm” can evoke a feeling of happiness in people.

The Field of Music Study is Rich in VarietyMusic is a remarkably complex and vast subject of study. Musical studies can include cultural research, music theory or exploring styles and forms of music. Studies like learning to play a musical instrument are hands-on experiences. There is much to explore in the world of music.

If you want to study a particular instrument or style of music, it’s only a matter of sitting down to play. Often a music teacher is very beneficial. The effort you put into your training will have results. Even composers of symphonies had no prior experience when they first took up musical studies. They too needed study time.

There is Joy in Learning to Play MusicSeeking to improve your talents can bring you a feeling satisfaction and accomplishment. Learning to play the piano or any instrument is especially satisfying because it can produce many happy experiences. Being a musician opens up many new opportunities in life. Instrumentalists draw people to them, because of the love so many have for music.

Musical prowess has many perks. Gaining the ability to play an instrument well can lead to gainful employment, or to new social opportunities. Employers are impressed by well-developed musical skill because it shows dedication and follow-through in the character of the musician.

Music lessons can be worthwhile both as a way to build your skills and as a way to unlock new potential in music. They can be fun, too, especially when you have a skilled music teacher. Getting outside input on your development can help you break through barriers and see your talent in new ways.

Dedication to practice with a musical instrument can ultimately lead to playing for others, which can be a very gratifying experience.

Sharing Your Musical Talent With Others Bring HappinessThe friends and family of musical people love to hear them play. Music brings a fuller enjoyment of life at home. You can help your loved ones to have happier lives by playing for them, and they will be thankful for the benefit.

Musicians are afforded many possibilities to share their talents. People enjoy music wherever they are, and people often seek out musical performances in their leisure time. There are opportunities to play in the family sing-a-long, in church gatherings, summer camp, private parties, and concert events. Places to play are easy to find. People enjoy live music, and wherever you play, the emotional response is palpable, which itself makes learning to play worthwhile.

Overall, music talent is a valuable asset, and it benefits the musical artist and everyone that hears them play. You can make many new friends anywhere, whether you are playing as a street musician, or in a formal concert. Music can give you happier experiences in life. Playing music is fun, useful, and an excellent way to spend your time. Music is a constant friend.
​
For more information on this topic, contact Ben Kromholtz at Kenmore Piano Studio.
0 Comments

Piano - Where Do I Begin?

11/1/2017

0 Comments

 
For students, initiating piano study can lead to fresh, new musical vistas. Knowing where to start is important, and doing it right from the beginning is essential to build good form throughout your studies.


The learner can choose to study from books initially or to be taught by a music teacher. Studies of any kind will develop your skill as a pianist, but many students benefit greatly from piano lessons with an experienced music teacher.


However you begin, there are fundamental musical concepts and principles involved in piano playing that are essential to becoming a skilled player. With this in mind, let’s look at some of the most key lessons to pursue in your studies.



Starting With the Basics

Beginning studies focus on getting familiar with the keyboard and identifying the notes associated with each key, understanding keyboard fingering and hand techniques, establishing correct posture and hand shape and simply having fun getting acquainted with the piano on the whole. These are the basic foundation from which the student can develop good technique as a pianist.


Piano lessons can cover instruction at this basic level, and getting instruction from a skilled teacher from the beginning is a sensible way to ensure good piano playing form throughout your studies and performances. Finding the right teacher for you from the beginning can help build your skills for great ability as a pianist.



The Next Step Beyond Getting Familiar with the Piano

Beyond those very first lessons in piano playing, students begin to learn slightly more advanced skills like understanding chords, sorting out how to play songs in different time signatures, and sight reading. These are still basic concepts, and they are also essential for building great skill as a pianist.


Chords are an essential part of music, and time signatures are integral elements in every piece of music. There are other more advanced concepts like music scales beyond this level. But, a skill that is needed very early on is sight reading.



Progressing as a Pianist: Learning Sight Reading

Reading a piece of music from the page is an essential skill for musicians. And, this is particularly true for pianists. If you want to reach the level of playing in a symphony, or in a school recital, picking up sight reading skills up from the beginning will prepare you for a bright musical future.


Learning to sight read initially involves reading easier pieces like “Mary Had a Little Lamb,” or “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star.” In the process of learning sight reading, there is a lot to take in. Learning piano playing skills from a professional teacher can help to smooth out the process. The teacher can guide the student through the essentials and get them up to speed more quickly than trying to do it on their own.


Learning sight reading involves understanding time signatures, sorting out the difference between notes on the page like whole notes, half notes and quarter notes, and seeing the correspondence between notes on the page and the keys on the keyboard. These are essential skills that are needed to advance to playing your favorite pieces from the written page.



Regular Study Will Lead to Greater Ability with the Piano

As a beginner, you need to lay the groundwork for skilled playing into the future. Whether you build your skills with piano lessons or seek to learn on your own, the final payoff is becoming a trained pianist, with the ability to play your favorite musical pieces for yourself and others. Keep at it, and you will one day reach this point. It’s worth it.

For more information on this topic, contact Ben Kromholtz at Kenmore Piano Studio.
0 Comments

    Archives

    December 2017
    November 2017
    October 2017

    Categories

    All

    RSS Feed

Industry links

Ben Kromholtz - Discogs Logo Ben Kromholtz - Moby Games Logo Ben Kromholtz - Northwest Boy Choir Logo

Our Location

Contact Us

    Set up a lesson

Submit