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It's never too late! Fascinating story! It is an example for all of us!

Man clears highest grade piano lesson 67 years after passing previous grade; he’s an advice for hopefuls At 88, Ray Eveleigh has defied expectations by passing his grade 8 piano exam with distinction, 67 years after taking grade 7. He says playing the instrument helps keep his brain active, according to a report

Beautiful team work! Lots of fun and enjoyment while learning the pieces!

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A stunning performance capture of my student playing Chopin's Polonaise in c # minor, Op 26, No 1. Adrian was the YMIC competition First Place Winner
Winners' Concert
Sun. April 24, 2016
Montgomery College, Recital Hall

Adrian Cheung, Piano – Polonaise in c# minor, Op 26, No 1 YMIC Competition Presents Winners' ConcertSun. April 24, 2016Montgomery College, Recital HallTel: 240.388.1435

It is a beautiful audio recording done by my adult students Diana and Harris Bruch more than ten years ago. They have been part of my studio for over seventeen years.
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Sand Dunes - Piano, Four-Hands, Harris & Diane Bruch Sand Dunes - One Piano four hands - Harris and Diane Bruch

Its the time of the year when I say goodbye to my seniors. This year I have three. It makes me sad as I am not going to be their teacher any longer, and happy because those wonderful young people are turning a page in their life and ready to fly.
Sharlene Chiang senior solo performance with Westfield High School symphonic orchestra led by the music director and conductor Gregory Rupert. She performed first mvt. of Grieg's concerto an a min.
Sharlene truly was the star of the show! Her musicality, technical proficiency, and stage presence were absolutely outstanding. Her harmony with the orchestra seemed flawless.
I am so proud to have such a gifted student.

Piano Concerto in A Minor, Mvt 1 Edvard Grieg Sharlene Chiang Sharlene senior solo with the Westfield High School Symphony.

It is worth it to watch the entire video. Brilliant work!

2019-11-01 MTNA Junior Piano Competition MTNA Junior Piano CompetitionNovember 1, 2019Old Dominion University, Chandler Recital HallDiehn Fine and Performing Arts Center

The Transformative Power of Music: How Piano Lessons Can Shape Young Minds

I have been a music educator for over twenty years. I have the honor to witness a wonderful transformation children go through while growing up. I see little ones coming to my piano studio,often very shy, and a decade later they turn into bright young men and women. I see a promising future ahead of them. After they leave for college, many reach out, sharing their plans and success stories.It gives me joy to know lessons in my studio were part of this transformation.

Music is more than just a beautiful arrangement of sounds; it has the extraordinary power to shape young minds. Research has shown that learning to play an instrument, such as the piano, can significantly enhance cognitive skills in children and ignite creativity.

Children who take piano lessons often develop higher levels of emotional intelligence, as they learn to interpret and express feelings through their playing.

Piano lessons provide an opportunity for young learners to collaborate with their peers, whether through duets, ensembles, or recitals.

As parents and educators, it's our responsibility to provide children with opportunities that enrich their lives and prepare them for a bright future.

Choosing the Perfect Piano:
The piano is not just an instrument; it's a gateway to a world of musical possibilities. It is a very important step and families have to make an educated decision.

The first step in choosing the perfect piano is understanding the key differences between acoustic and digital pianos.
Acoustic pianos have authentic key action and better sound but are heavy and require regular maintenance.
Digital pianos are always in tune, there is no need for a piano tuner. They are easy to transport.In general, they are not as expensive and they have lots of fun features. Electronic pianos often sound artificial and sometimes have light keys, therefore not optimal in developing finger strength.

Each family should find the right balance for budget consideration.

It is very important to spend enough time evaluating piano brands and models
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Selecting the perfect piano is a significant decision that can shape your musical journey for years to come.