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Historical instruments and their tuning
I've always been interested in what instruments were played in a particular time period or by a particular composer, and what tuning they used. For example,…
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Courses on specific pieces
May I suggest increasing the number of courses on individual pieces. They are very useful. Personally I would like a course on Satie’s Gnossienne No. 1.
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Favorite composer vote
Write your favorite composer in any way. Pics, different fonts, all of that works. If I can’t figure the pic out, I will send a reply. Lets see the vote!
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Week 4 – Play Through & Share
Welcome to Week 4 of the Romantic Music Challenge. This week is about letting go of the microscope and trusting the arc you’ve built. You’ve worked through notes, texture, and character.…
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How has playing the piano enriched your life, and what are you thankful for in your musical journey?
How has playing the piano enriched your life, and what are you thankful for in your musical journey?
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Suggestion Device (i.e. iPad) for having piano sheet music?
Hi everyone-- I have a lot of piano music spread out in individual sheets and books across my apartment. I've seen some musicians use tablets like iPads or Ipad Minis for reading sheet music at the…
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Week 1 Goal “Pick Your Piece!”
🎹 Week 1: Pick Your Piece! (Starting September 15th!) This week is all about choosing your Chopin repertoire. Whether you’re stepping into Chopin’s world for the very first time or you’ve played his…
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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…
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[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?…
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Which composer do you feel most "at home" with?
Which composer do you feel most comfortable with? A lot of times we talk about our favorite composers, or most difficult music to play, but which composer always seems to bring you comfort and just…
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CALL FOR RECORDINGS for upcoming Virtual Masterclass with Dominic Cheli
ANNOUNCEMENT: We are delighted to open this thread for an exciting opportunity and unique virtual experience for ALL community members: The Online Virtual Masterclass!…
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General Live Stream Suggestions! (Megathread)
Hi everyone! This is Dominic, head of piano live at tonebase! Let's use this thread as a place for any general live stream suggestions you might have that don't warrant an entirely new thread.…
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French Baroque Music
Wanted to make a dedicated page for French Baroque music! Currently in love with this recently discovered Rameau piece (above my skill level so just been listening)
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Week 2: Horizontal and Vertical Voicing
Welcome to Week 2! This week, you’ll choose a new piece and focus on horizontal voicing, line, and texture. Use the daily practice activities to work systematically through the chords in your chosen…
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Thurmond's Compositions
I am just beginning to write down my compositions (heretofore I have just kept them in my head). I know there are some technical things I need to learn about engraving,…
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Hearing loss
Hello Tonebase community, My name is Francois, and I’m a lifelong music lover and passionate amateur pianist. Earlier this year, I experienced a sudden and complete hearing loss in my right ear due…
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French Baroque ornamentation table (Rameau)
I’ve been really wanting to play pieces by Couperin and Rameau but these French Baroque ornamentations are driving me crazy!! Does anyone have a picture with a clear,…
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New to Tonebase
Hi, I am new to Tonebase and feel a bit overwhelmed. I am returning to the piano after many years off but am not a beginner, although I feel like I have missed out on some of the basics.…
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Week 3: Art, Character, and Imagination
Welcome to Week 3 of the Romantic Music Challenge. At this point, the notes and textures should feel more familiar. This week, we turn toward the artistic core of Romantic music: character,…
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Night Practice Headphones for a Digital Piano: HD 560S vs DT 900 Pro X (or other recs)?
Following up on a previous discussion where I decided on a Kawai CA701 (still on order, expected to arrive mid-February🤞), I am now focusing on the other half of the night-practice setup: headphones.…
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Week 2: Getting into the Practice!
Week 1 was about choosing your piece and getting your bearings. This week, we settle in and actually live with the music a bit. As you practice, start paying attention to your first honest reactions.…
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Practice plan set to wrong level
Hello, I'm hoping someone can help, as it's unclear how to access support on this app. I'd really like to make use of the Practice Plan, but mine seems to be set at the wrong level,…
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🎹 **tonebase returns to NYC!** Manhattan Piano Intensive
Hey everyone, I hope you're all doing well! For those of you who may not know me yet, I'm Noah Alden Hardaway, longtime tonebase staff and Piano Events Director.…
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Week 1: Vertical Voicing
Week 1: Vertical Voicing Choose one piece of Bach, with suggested repertoire below. Use the daily practice activities to begin practicing exclusively the chords in your chosen piece.…
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