There's a rule made popular (for people wanting to master something) by Malcolm Gladwell and his book Outliers called "The 10,000 hour rule." Here's the gist: "Based on research suggesting that practice is the essence of genius, best-selling author Malcolm Gladwell popularized the idea that 10,000 hours of appropriately guided practice was “the magic number [...]
February 11, 2016
February 10, 2016
Here is one of the most authentic motivational quotes I've ever heard. "Never stop believing in yourself, even when there's evidence to the contrary." ah... Finally a way to say it that is authentic. Not just fluffy, woohooo, I am awesome and can do anything type of affirmations. A real life, honest way to keep [...]
February 9, 2016
Recently, a student asked: "How many songs should I be able to play before I can call myself a piano player?" My answer: That's a dumb question. Not dumb as in the person asking it is dumb. Dumb as in you can't actually measure this. What matters is level of enjoyment. Do you enjoy it [...]
February 8, 2016
Student Bob wants to chime in: "Right on Tim! I can joyfully say that at 77, (24th of this month) I'm almost there. Piano will be mine thanks to your Layer Method!!! And for your followers (who may get anxious) about memorizing, playing like Tim, getting the idea, playing smoothly or whatever....don't give up. I [...]
February 5, 2016
Lot's of things have changed since I got married, and especially now with a little pianofooler (Hayes William Mitchum 8lbs 2 oz) pooping around the house. 1. I am not as smart as I used to be 2. As interesting as I thought I was 3. As good looking as I always imagined 4. And [...]
