Here’s how I use a Pop-It fidget toy for a quickfire review of piano pentascales.   If you’re not sure what a pentascale is, then read on for a quick explanation below the video.  If you’re not sure what a Pop-it is then speak to an 8 year old! When my pupils are learning how to […]

Thursday 13th August is Left Handers Day! Since pianists most definitely need to look after their hands here’s a perfect opportunity to celebrate and give your left hand a bit of attention!  My pupils will earn a smartie for each of these activities they complete by the end of August! Play I Love Coffee with […]

Having a great sense of pulse is a crucial part of being a musician.  We do lots of activities in our lessons to build a strong internal sense of pulse.  Tempo is the speed of the pulse. In terms of tempo, this is what I expect from all my pupils, right from beginners: to be […]