Return To tonebase

How to enable Javascript

General Discussion

All topics

Jonás Alberto books
Hi Anyone have ever worked on the Jonás volumes? They are massive, and even with his schedule indications its kind of hard to deal. Any tips? Thinking about to print out volumes 1 to 5 so I can use…
- Filipe Calheira de Oliveira
- Filipe_Calheira_de_Olive
- 6 mths ago
- 4replies
- 141
- Last replyMurillo Moreira6 mths ago
- General Discussion
Maria João Pires and Memorization
Hello everyone! Have you caught the latest Tonebase YouTube video? You've probably seen the legendary video of Maria João Pires recovering from the orchestra playing a different concerto than she had…
- Robert Fleitz
- YouTube Creator
- Robert.5
- 6 mths ago
- 9replies
- 231
- 2
- Last replyRobert Fleitz6 mths ago
- General Discussion
Is Suzuki Method better than traditional method?
I just found out about the Suzuki method from an Alicia Keys interview, which she learned from early age. It emphasizes an immersive environment for learning music and ear training.…
- One Beat
- Della
- 7 mths ago
- 4replies
- 195
- Last replyOne Beat7 mths ago
- General Discussion
Best Pianist from Every State in the USA
Hello everyone! In honor of the 4th of July holiday this week, I went on a hunt for the best pianists in every state in the USA. It was an exciting and whirlwind adventure,…
- Robert Fleitz
- YouTube Creator
- Robert.5
- 8 mths ago
- 14replies
- 169
- Last replyGail Starr8 mths ago
- General Discussion
Piano Competitions from the Prize Winners' Perspective
Hi everyone! I just published the newest Tonebase YouTube video, which is all about piano competitions from the perspective of prizewinning pianists. I had such a wonderful time chatting with five…
- Robert Fleitz
- YouTube Creator
- Robert.5
- 9 mths ago
- 1reply
- 156
- Last replypeter smidinger9 mths ago
- General Discussion
Preparing for a Master Class
I have been invited to participate in a master class with a concert pianist who will be performing with the local symphony orchestra this fall. I've never done anything like this before -- I am a…
- Nina BR
- Nina_br
- updated 9 mths ago
- 45replies
- 533
- Last replyNina BR9 mths ago
- General Discussion
Chopin Ballade No. 1 questions and woes
New to Tonebase. Garrick Ohlsson's tutorial is awesome! Today's problem is addressed to those familiar with Seymour Bernstein's and Mauricio Poli's and hopefully others' opinions of Chopin's markings.…
- Michael Cheng
- piano
- Michael_Cheng
- updated 9 mths ago
- 83
- General Discussion
How to choose an instrument
I’m searching ToneBase for information on the advantages and disadvantages of acoustic uprights, grands, and digital keyboards. I have not found any discussions or presentations on the various…
- David
- dav_ran
- 9 mths ago
- 25replies
- 165
- Last replySedef CANKOCAK9 mths ago
- General Discussion
Practicing on Electric Pianos YouTube Video!
Hey everyone, it's Robert here from the Tonebase Piano YouTube! I recently had the pleasure of chatting with Tonebase Artists Daniela Bracchi, Juliana Han,…
- Robert Fleitz
- YouTube Creator
- Robert.5
- updated 9 mths ago
- 19replies
- 289
- Last replyRainer Joos9 mths ago
- General Discussion
Tense wrist in the feux follets rapid double note passages
How do you relax your wrist when playing such a difficult passage at faster speeds?
- Blarg
- Blarg
- updated 9 mths ago
- 1reply
- 122
- Last replyAlbert9 mths ago
- General Discussion
Digital piano vs acoustic grand piano (Knabi 6' 11”)
I am looking to find a digital piano to have available to practice on when not at home for periods of time. I am looking for a brand that has realistic weighted action and other features that…
- John Pietsch
- John_Pietsch
- 10 mths ago
- 17replies
- 291
- Last replyDavid9 mths ago
- General Discussion
Returning pupil
I've just come across Tonebase and think that it might be just the platform that I've been looking for. I have one question. I'm a 68 year old piano teacher/accompanist in the UK.…
- Philip Robinson
- Philip_Robinson
- 10 mths ago
- 7replies
- 239
- Last replyPhilip Robinson9 mths ago
- General Discussion
Music theory
Hey there, I would like to know the steps to learn music theory, solfege the proper way?
- Patrick Bentolila
- patrikbentolila_
- 10 mths ago
- 5replies
- 178
- Last replyPatrick Bentolila10 mths ago
- General Discussion
Schubert's Unfinished Symphony
Hey just curious what everyone's opinion is in why Schubert left the piece unfinished and kept in in the drawer like a treasure to himself. I personally believe that Schubert did it on purpose and…
- Katrina Wei
- Katrina_Wei
- 10 mths ago
- 1reply
- 52
- Last replyAleksandra Bogomaz10 mths ago
- General Discussion
How do I know when I have to level up my tonebase level?
Hi to everyone, maybe this question is very subjective depending on each one. But when is the best time to move forward on tonebase level. I'm in level 3 and I'm finishing the repertoire (I'm…
- Alberto López
- aspiring composer for media/ video games/ films
- Alberto.1
- 10 mths ago
- 112
- General Discussion
2024 Tonebase Piano Camp Questions
It's really exciting that the team is hosting the inaugural 2024 tonebase Piano Camp at Adamant Music School in August. Thank you for organizing what, I trust, will be a fantastic experience!…
- mel
- mel
- updated 11 mths ago
- 41replies
- 656
- Last replyAdena10 mths ago
- General Discussion
Piano practice spaces while traveling
Does anyone have general tips on piano practice facilities while traveling? Do you have any favorites to share? I’m going to Recoleta, Buenos Aires soon - so hoping someone has a favorite there .
- David Neigler
- David_Neigler
- 10 mths ago
- 5replies
- 284
- Last replyDavid Neigler10 mths ago
- General Discussion
opportunities to practise in Arlington/Washington DC during business week
Dear tonebase community, I'm travelling to Arlington in the next week and I would like to spend one and the other hour practising piano. Does anybody know if it is possible to access a piano in…
- Olaf
- Olaf
- 11 mths ago
- 1reply
- 51
- Last replyDenise C DeAngelis11 mths ago
- General Discussion
What is your favorite album/recording?
What is your favorite album/recording? What do you love about it?
- mel
- mel
- 1 yr ago
- 6replies
- 148
- Last replyKenneth Hoyle11 mths ago
- General Discussion
GKO - George Ko at Steinway Hall, Marylebone, London
Some of you will recall that George @George gave an inspirational TWI on classical improvisation, which I recall was soon after I joined Tonebase. My fairly recent forays into improvisation - Jazz…
- Roy James-Pike
- Roy_JamesPike
- 11 mths ago
- 3replies
- 85
- Last replyRoy James-Pike11 mths ago
- General Discussion
What is the best time to arrive at the Airport for pick up?
I am going to book an early flight. If I fly in at 9 am, is there transportation to the venue? How early or how late should I arrive at Burlington International Airport?
- Amy Ho
- Amy_Ho.1
- 11 mths ago
- 2replies
- 160
- Last replyNoah Alden Hardaway11 mths ago
- General Discussion
What is your practice and preparation routine a few days before and the day of the performance?
I have a performance coming up in 4 days in a competition where I am playing Beethoven Sonata Op.27 and Gershwin three preludes. I already know the music very well and inside out and I practice all…
- Khaled
- Khaled
- 11 mths ago
- 31replies
- 277
- Last replyJack11 mths ago
- General Discussion
[Theoretically] What would you do with a piano like this?
A friend of mine sent me this picture and I got virtually electrocuted at rubbing my eyes, processing what I saw there. So, clearly a Steinway. But where on earth does this capo d'astro bar start?…
- Peter Lemken, clavierhaus
- Owner of the world's tiniest piano store
- clavierhaus_Vienna
- updated 11 mths ago
- 173
- General Discussion
How Do You Record Your Acoustic Piano?
Hi all. I'm curious to know how you record your acoustic piano. I know it can be everything from very basic (e.g. straight-up iPhone) to multiple mics connected to special recording software and…
- Mike
- Mike.5
- 1 yr ago
- 46replies
- 1565
- Last replyPeter Golemme11 mths ago
- General Discussion
How do I play this part
Hello tonebase community I'm working through Liszt transcendental etude no 8 currently and have been putting off this issue for a while now. I can't reach an c to e flat comfortably and wonder if Any…
- Curtis
- Curtis.1
- updated 11 mths ago
- 7replies
- 159
- Last replyJack11 mths ago
- General Discussion

1 2 3 4 5 9 Next

Back to top

Categories

View all topics

Top contributors

Recent activity