Piano, finally

Welcome to episode 108 of "Piano, finally". This week, David explores the idea that it is sometimes better to go into something with as little information as possible, sharing how not knowing what to expect can add to the enjoyment. He recounts a great evening at a Bryn Terfel masterclass at the Opera House, and praises the energy of the final-year student theatre performance "Brand: Youself" at the University of Wollongong. In this week's YouTube piano theory roundup, it seems content creato...

Welcome to show 107 of Piano, finally. This week's show title, Hands Together, has a double meaning: it refers to playing the piano properly and people collaborating to make music. I managed to get the show done before leaving for the St Vincent de Paul van on Sunday evening, following some weather-related plan changes. I successfully completed every scheduled practice this week, largely because putting the Montage in a really easy-to-sit-at place has made a difference. The repair place still...

Welcome to show 106 of Piano, finally. Have you ever thought about all the things that go into making a musical performance that aren't the music itself? This week, we explore the behind-the-scenes work that makes music happen, from setting up choir risers to baking a cake for a piano recital. What's been playing School is back for the final term of the year, and so piano and voice lessons have both started back up. For Devi's piano recital on 28 November, I've selected The Trumpet Tune and W...

G'day, everyone! Welcome to show 105 of Piano, finally, a podcast by an old bloke who is discovering music because he got around to learning the piano, finally. This week, we're diving into the world of adaptations. It's easy to just go along with the flow of mass-produced stuff, but often the most satisfying path is throwing out those standard offerings and going your own way. We'll look at how we adapt music, and how we adapt our setups to get our practices just the way we want them. What's...

G'day, everyone. Welcome to show number one hundred and four of Piano, finally. Let's see if I can get everything right this week! Welcome, I share some thoughts on renewing my Sydney Symphony Orchestra subscription and provide an update on the choir's progress for our December concert. We've got the repertoire sorted, and thankfully Sweet Disposition is reserved for the Perth festival, so I get a pass on that bass part! Also, a quick reminder that early-bird tickets for the 30th Blue Mountai...