I'm an amateur classical pianist. I used to give solo recitals at college, and I would like to start performing again out here in the real world. But what sort of group/organisation/event do I need to get involved with to have this kind of opportunity? Could I organise a little independent recital for myself, or is that weird and too egotistical?
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posted by chrismear
on Dec 19, 2006 -
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Anyone have recommendations for some great jazz pianists that I could look into?
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posted by j-urb
on Dec 16, 2006 -
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What is the piano piece sampled on this Immortal Technique song called Dance with the Devil?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0k9TvFSHjk&NR
posted by Aghast.
on Nov 22, 2006 -
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does anyone know the piano chords to coughing colors by tilly and the wall? thanks!
posted by KaeporaGaebora
on Nov 15, 2006 -
2 answers
In our search for a reasonably priced baby grand piano, we keep coming across the Chinese-made Pearl River brand. Are these pianos worth a serious look?
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posted by flyingrock
on Aug 25, 2006 -
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Can anyone tell me the name/composer/artist of the piano music used in a Microsoft TV ad?
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posted by ChromeDome
on Aug 19, 2006 -
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What's the best digital keyboard for $500? What about for $1k? I'm not a hard-core musician, but I enjoy sitting down at a piano and just screwing around. I took some lesions when I was a kid. I'd like to be able to hook it up to a computer and use it with training software, as well as for composition, but I'm assuming that's a pretty standard feature these days.
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posted by Paris Hilton
on Aug 6, 2006 -
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Many pianists I know know many of the popular songs -- moonlight sonata, chariots of fire, piano man, the "Peanuts" song, fur elise, etc. Is there a list of the most popular piano pieces out there, both contemporary and classical? Even better if there is a songbook with the sheet music? Even better if it's available online? I'm looking to learn a few dozen songs with my free time in the Fall.
posted by lpctstr;
on Jul 17, 2006 -
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So i'm an adult intermediate piano player, i've been playing classical for some years but would like to hammer out some blues for fun. What are some good books that you would recommend (ones with CDs especially)? Any good web resources too?
posted by storybored
on Jul 7, 2006 -
5 answers
Piano teacher recommendations for Los Angeles area? (Or, for those not in LA, how do I know if a piano teacher is any good?) Bonus points for someone who teaches good technique near the Studio City/Sherman Oaks area. (Also, if there's a good forum for getting such a recommendation, that'd be good info too)
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posted by sirion
on Jun 29, 2006 -
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PianoFilter: I'm a long-time pianist, but for some years (since an aborted college education), I've focused on popular music - or my own pop/rock compositions - to the exclusion of almost anything classical. Now I'm looking to remedy that error.
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posted by The Confessor
on Apr 18, 2006 -
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I've been trying to find/download a Beethoven piano sonata, op. 109 and have only been able to grab the first movement performed by Walter Klein. Does anybody know where I can download the whole piece? Who do you especially like performing it?
posted by sluglicker
on Apr 13, 2006 -
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I've got about $500 to spend on buying, moving, and tuning an upright piano for my home. What should I be looking for?
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posted by danblaker
on Mar 9, 2006 -
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A kid (12) knows classical piano and has a good teacher for that, but she also wants to learn jazz. Do you have suggestions?
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posted by pracowity
on Feb 22, 2006 -
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In Nina Simone's
"Love Me or Leave Me" she plays a piano solo that incorporates a bit baroque* classical piano. Makes sense, since she was trained as a classical pianist, and the effect is wonderful. Please recommend some other songs or artists that use this kind of jazz/baroque combo.
* Disclaimer: I'm not a classical music expert, so I may have the terminology wrong. I welcome your corrections.
posted by Typographica
on Dec 10, 2005 -
24 answers
Can someone give me a quick dump on the various offerings for auto-play pianos -- including Disklavier, PianoDisc, Pianomation, Pianocorder. Are they worth the investment? Is this a cop out for "real" playing? How is the sound?
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posted by terrier319
on Oct 31, 2005 -
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Is anyone learning piano (or planning to)? If so, can I ask you some questions?
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posted by Tlogmer
on Sep 26, 2005 -
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I've played guitar for 10+ years - I want to learn piano, for writing, performing, and to widen my musical understanding. A real piano doesn't jive with my life, what should I buy?
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posted by Jack Karaoke
on Sep 25, 2005 -
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Can 4 strong guys move a piano up 1 flight of stairs safely? and are there techniques or strategies in addition to brute force? Upright piano abandoned by 1st floor neighbors. I'd like to have it, but don't want anyone getting hurt.
posted by theora55
on Aug 10, 2005 -
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My two daughters (ages 10 and 8) take piano lessons. The old Baldwin spinet they've been practicing on has a few bad keys (they don't spring back up when pressed) already, and I was wondering whether it would be worth getting the thing repaired. If not, what would be the best value in new or used pianos for this purpose?
posted by Finder
on Jul 31, 2005 -
10 answers
I would like to learn to play the piano. Is there any PC software out there worthwhile? Also which keyboard would you recommend?
posted by darkmatter
on Jul 17, 2005 -
29 answers
Will an upright piano with wheels damage a hardwood floor? Should I have the movers do anything special when bringing it in? If I want to move it later, do I have to do anything special?
posted by jojopizza
on Jun 30, 2005 -
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I have a 1950's Chickering piano that plays 'bright' Nice touch, etc but loud in it's current home. Piano tuner says 900.00 will voice it, fix hammers, etc. Piano store says that vintage not worth the money and should trade it.
I am looking for suggestions. Others tell me to just put blankets, etc as sound absorbers. Not sure what to do. I play classical stuff.
posted by lag
on Mar 21, 2005 -
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I'm selling my upright piano in order to get a digital piano - what recommendations do you have? I'd like a piano that is portable enough to take places in my car, but also has that "piano feel" and a good number of voices. Also, any amp and headphone suggestions?
posted by joshuaconner
on Mar 4, 2005 -
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Piano Drill Books. Not very sexy, though always a highly practical tool for learning an instrument. This time its piano -- what do you have laying around?
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posted by Ogre Lawless
on Feb 28, 2005 -
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PianoFilter: Help me find somewhere to trade in my baby grand!
[Sing us a song, you're the More Inside]
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posted by softlord
on Feb 23, 2005 -
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ComputerMusicFilter: Is there a good piece of OS X software for learning to play the piano? I'd like to buy one of those inexpensive USB keyboards and noodle around in GarageBand, but my actualy musical skills are sorely out of practice, and I don't think they're going to just come back to me, either.
posted by symbebekos
on Feb 16, 2005 -
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Music Practice: I recall someone describing to me a book that describes how to get into the proper mindset for practicing your instrument, and discusses the psychology of performing, stage fright, and how to achieve the right mindset before a performance. The person who described it said it had helped them greatly in practice and performance. This may not be enough to nail down the specific book, but does anyone have a book or method that has helped them with these things?
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posted by agropyron
on Jan 31, 2005 -
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PianoFilter: I've been playing piano as a self-taught amateur for close to twenty years; but I never bothered learning many songs. What are the great rock/pop piano songs that I should learn to play?
posted by vraxoin
on Jan 20, 2005 -
21 answers
