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Does anyone know where I can find information on 2 week intensives that are COMING? When I go to this section, I am only able to see past courses/intensives (past the sign up/participate dates).…
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Possible help?
Hello.. I’m new to Tonebase and am, so far, impressed with this platform and the format. Very professional and well thought out. I have been studying piano privately (on and off as a result of my…
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I know it’s more important to spend time on practice. The teacher just plays a role of guidance. I‘ve self learned piano online over 1 year, now I want to seriously learn this beautiful instrument.…
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Seymour & Ben at the Piano is my favorite series
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Moszkowski Renewal?
https://youtu.be/Dm_aMChWWPk?si=uPihUtViAdRJb9if I have attached a link to a Concerto by Moszkowski. Has anyone heard/played it? What great music. Hope you enjoy
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What is your favorite part about being a pianist?
What is your favorite part about being a pianist?
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2 week intensives questions
I am new to ToneBase and have noticed a resource I'd like to utilize, 2 week intensives. A few questions: How can I see which "intensives" are coming so I can select and sign up.…
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I think the best way to acquire skills/competency is to get the pianists together somewhere and just play, to acquire a musical instinct that the atmosphere of the group will bring.…
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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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Do you have a technical routine? Please share!
Do you have a technical routine? Please share!
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Welcome to the NEW FOUR WEEK INTENSIVE on tonebase! This special FOUR-week workshop is a journey into the heart of piano composition, tailored for both beginners and seasoned pianists. Dr.…
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We have a wonderful stream upcoming with tonebase artist, Evan Shinners, THIS Saturday at 11am PT. 'WHAT MAKES BACH - BACH?' (FEAT. EVAN SHINNERS FOUNDER OF WTF BACH PODCAST) https://app.tonebase.…
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Tension Issues in Prokofiev's 3rd Concerto
Hi all, I'm playing Prokofiev's 3rd Piano Concerto (just the 1st movement) for competition in a few days and I wonder what general tips you guys may have on tension/practicing.…
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Playing block chord notes simultaneously
I sometimes find that my fingers don’t play the notes of a block chord all at the same time. Any suggestions to remedy this - thanks in advance?
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Hello music educators! In teaching your students, what do you struggle with and enjoy the most?
Hello music educators! In teaching your students, what do you struggle with and enjoy the most?
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Where is Piazzolla?
Piazzolla is one of the most performed modern composers in recitals and concerts. His work is loved by audiences especially mainstream audiences. Where's the Piazzolla? His works should be here.
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Someone posted some weeks' ago asking what set-up other TB members were using. I didn't have time to answer this before. Apologies for that, but if that person would like to respond I now have more…
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An acciaccatura with the chord
Hi there, I have a question about this. I heard some different playings whenever there's an acciaccatura with the chord in any piece. Is there a rule on this? or based on individual's interpretation?…
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What are your difficult passages?
Hey Everyone, Let's talk about difficult passages. What are you playing this week that is making you sweat and work hard?
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Level 1 description Your piano journey begins here! Get acquainted with the keyboard and start developing your technical fundamentals and musical understanding.…
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Celebrating Tchaikovsky's Birthday!
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Celebrate Rachmaninoff's Birthday Challenge!
"Music YOU Love" Community Challenge!
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Preparing your pieces for Concert - A Checklist!
Mozart & Haydn - Music from the 18th Century!
Improvising Classically with George Ko!
The Music of France!
"Improve your Technique!" Month
February: Discovering Schubert Month
Bach in March
LONGTERM ONGOING - Bach's Goldberg Variations
tonebase Community Concert Challenge
Brahms Waltzes Challenge!
Beethoven Variations Community Challenge!
Tonebase Holiday Challenge!
Liszt's Soirées de Vienne Community Challenge!
Handel G-major Chaconne
Two Week Intensives
Crash Course on Controlling your Dynamics!
Intensive Workshop: Compose your own Piano Piece!
TWI: What makes Schubert GREAT with Ben Laude
Improving your ability with the Left Pedal
Magdalena Stern-Baczewska Mentorship
Improve your Cantabile Playing with Dr. Garritson
Jarred Dunn Mentorship
Improve your Chopin Mazurkas with Jarred Dunn!
Narrative Musicianship w/ Konstantin Soukhovetski
Sara Davis Buechner Mentorship
Improvising a simple ABA Piece with Jeremy Siskind
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Two Week Intensive Archive
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"Improving your rhythm!": Beyond the Metronome
"Becoming an Orchestra" TWI with Daniela Bracchi
Bach's Polyphony Intensive with Magdalena
Improve your MOZART sonata with Orli Shaham!
Improving your Sightreading with Leann Osterkamp!
Improve your Chopin Etudes with Henry Kramer!
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Improve your Scales!
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A Fresh Start!
The Practice Plan Challenge!
End of the Year Challenge: "Showcase Your Progress
Franz Liszt Birthday Challenge!
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Mini Challenges
Lyrical Miniatures: A Sonorous Journey feat. Grieg
Celebrating Tchaikovsky's Birthday!
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The Pillars of Piano Technique (Mini-Challenge)
Celebrate Rachmaninoff's Birthday Challenge!
"Music YOU Love" Community Challenge!
Finding Colors in your sound (Mini Challenge!)
Preparing your pieces for Concert - A Checklist!
Mozart & Haydn - Music from the 18th Century!
Improvising Classically with George Ko!
The Music of France!
"Improve your Technique!" Month
February: Discovering Schubert Month
Bach in March
LONGTERM ONGOING - Bach's Goldberg Variations
tonebase Community Concert Challenge
Brahms Waltzes Challenge!
Beethoven Variations Community Challenge!
Tonebase Holiday Challenge!
Liszt's Soirées de Vienne Community Challenge!
Handel G-major Chaconne
Two Week Intensives
Crash Course on Controlling your Dynamics!
Intensive Workshop: Compose your own Piano Piece!
TWI: What makes Schubert GREAT with Ben Laude
Improving your ability with the Left Pedal
Magdalena Stern-Baczewska Mentorship
Improve your Cantabile Playing with Dr. Garritson
Jarred Dunn Mentorship
Improve your Chopin Mazurkas with Jarred Dunn!
Narrative Musicianship w/ Konstantin Soukhovetski
Sara Davis Buechner Mentorship
Improvising a simple ABA Piece with Jeremy Siskind
General Information and Sign-Up!
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Two Week Intensive Archive
Lesson discussion archive
"Improving your rhythm!": Beyond the Metronome
"Becoming an Orchestra" TWI with Daniela Bracchi
Bach's Polyphony Intensive with Magdalena
Improve your MOZART sonata with Orli Shaham!
Improving your Sightreading with Leann Osterkamp!
Improve your Chopin Etudes with Henry Kramer!
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Improve Your Harmonic Analysis with Ben Laude
Improve your Chopin Ornaments with Jarred Dunn!
Improve your Scales!
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