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Are you eager to learn a new talent like playing the piano? If you’re still in the research phase, you may be wondering: is it hard to learn piano? Or, how hard is it? The answer to this question is not as straightforward as you might think, since several factors contribute to the ease with which you can master the instrument. Here’s a look at five factors that make the piano harder to learn, so you can avoid them if at all possible. 1. Learning Without Help From a Teacher Learning to p

When a child starts learning to play the piano, it’s important to set them up for success early on. We’re going to share the best piano books for kids that will help them learn basic piano playing skills along with familiar, fun, and easy songs. To support your child’s learning and keep things exciting, grab a few books for them, let them help you choose what books they’d like, and check out the tips we share at the end of this article for how to foster your new piano player’s success

Ready to start learning piano? If you're new to lessons, you might be wondering what to expect. Every teacher is different -- some may be more strict, while others may be worried about how they come across to students. Read on St. Augustine, FL teacher Heather L. shares a few insider tips to keep in mind...    There are three kinds of piano teachers. There are those who tell the truth, openly and all the time, those who sugarcoat practically everything, afraid to hurt their studen

  Are you eager to show off your skills with some popular piano songs? The good news is there are tons of piano solos that sound complicated but are actually pretty easy to play. This list of 15 fun, intermediate piano pieces is full of tunes that are sure to amaze your friends. From pop hits to old classics, there are plenty of cool, simple piano songs that won’t take you too long to learn. Even if you don’t plan on performing for others, learning these medium-level piano songs is

Here on the TakeLessons Blog, we've discussed general piano practice tips, and well as how to structure and plan out your practice time. But if you don't have your practice space set up just right, you still could be costing yourself valuable time and energy. Fortunately, we received a sneak peak of an eBook designed to help you set up your space for success, so you can practice piano at home efficiently and comfortably. We're excited to check out the eBook, written by Allysia over a

If you’re looking for free piano lessons, look no further. In this article we share three resources that will help you take your first steps from beginner to Beethoven. No one ever says, “I wish I hadn’t learned the piano.” With a bit of skill and practice, the piano creates beautiful music. It’s no wonder why so many revere those who play it and are eager to learn it themselves. Although learning the piano can be quite expensive, there are several affordable and even free

Want to really impress your friends and family? There are so many famous piano songs out there designed just for that! Here, Nutley, NJ teacher Christina C. shares five amazingly fast piano pieces, and her tips for mastering them...   Playing piano is a lot of fun, but it is even more fun to play fast! It is an indescribable feeling when you have mastered a fast piano piece to the point where you can play it fast with no mistakes. It is almost as if your fingers play themselves (which is

When you're learning how to play the piano, which songs are the go-to, must-learn pieces to add to your repertoire? Here, take a look at ten of the most popular piano pieces to play, as compiled by Brooklyn teacher Jennifer K...   Most people begin to play the piano because of a song they have heard, that they want to play. Piano is the most popular instrument to study because it has the largest range and is one of the most accessible instruments. Many simply love the sound and moveme

Struggling with your left-hand piano technique? Don't worry -- it's a common challenge for beginners. Follow along with the videos in this post as teacher Liz T. shares a few helpful exercises...    One of the hardest parts about playing the piano is coordinating your two hands. Often your left hand and your right hand will be playing different notes and rhythms, and it can be really frustrating for beginners! You might also find you have one hand that is stronger than the othe

Sing us a song, you’re the piano man. Sing us a song tonight Well, we’re all in the mood for a melody And you’ve got us feelin’ alright If you’ve ever visited a piano bar, you may understand what Billy Joel is singing about in his legendary song, “Piano Man”. For a piano man, sheet music is not always part of the equation. Lounge patrons often call out the names of songs they would like to hear, and the pianist is expected to quickly comply and keep the patrons happy and in