I read a book called "The 4 Agreements" Pretty interesting. And the agreements are: 1. Be impeccable with your word (speak with integrity, say only what you mean) 2. Don't take anything personally (nothing others do is because of you, it's their own deal they are struggling with) 3. Never make assumptions (ask questions to [...]
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When to use left hand chords?
Got an email yesterday from Walter about using left hands chords with the Layer Method program. His words: “Tim, Will it hurt to play chords traditionally with the left hand while taking this course? I have spent lots of time learning them and a full triad G really sounds nicer than a G note. But [...]
The secret to go from wimp to fearless when you learn to play piano by ear
Do you ever wonder why you are so afraid to really go after something? Whether it has to do with work, relationships, health, family, goals, etc... ? ...you just seem to be paralyzed into taking the next step even when its glaringly obvious. There are usually only two reasons for this. You don’t know exactly [...]
Critical information on Chord charts
Good question from Pauline about chord charts: Hi Tim-Thanks for your concern. I have been practicing regularly, about two 15 min sessions on most days. I've got the chords down.I am self taught over the past year and was comfortable with the progress. Anyhow, I now have to unlearn using my right hand for melody [...]
Finally, A traditional piano teacher who gets it.
I have several Traditional piano teachers who read my daily emails. Some use my program to teach, some just read to respond mockingly about how I am ruining the world of traditional piano. And then there is Marylee. She is somewhere in between. The thing I like about Marylee is that she is honest. And [...]
