As I get ready to close out another term here at Piano and Voice with Brenda, I always like to take some time to reflect on all of the accomplishments, memories and lessons learned. In this post I’m going to share some reflections on the End of year 2022-2023 and some of the highlights. The …
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Why do singers need piano skills?
After 20 years of teaching hundreds of singers how to efficiently play piano, I STILL get asked this questions all the time: Why do singers need piano skills? In this article and video, I will share with you my TOP 5 incredibly compelling reasons why every singer should play some piano. Anyone who knows me …
A Singer with Allergies: How I stopped losing my voice every spring
It’s April in New York City and just as we’re beginning to enjoy the blooming of the buds and blossoms, many of us allergy sufferers are bracing ourselves: it’s allergy season. Allergy season is probably the worst for singers. Allergies can wreck havoc on our voices, causing us to experience hoarseness or even voice loss. …
How to host the perfect Christmas holiday singalong
The holidays always bring with them a lot of preparation and stress – why not find a way to make them more simple and more fun? In this article, I share with you how to host the perfect Christmas holiday singalong, from assembling your perfect sonbook to creating fantastic accompaniments. What could be more fun …
How to play a lyrical pop ballad accompaniment style for piano
In this tutorial, I will show you how to sing and play a lyrical pop ballad accompaniment style for piano. Using basic major and minor chords plus this simple ballad accompaniment style, you’ll be singing and playing your favorite songs in no time at all! Learn to sing and play piano Learning to sing and …
How to sing and play an uptempo pop piano accompaniment
In this tutorial, I will show you how to sing and play an uptempo pop piano accompaniment. Using basic major and minor chords plus this simple pop piano pattern, you’ll be singing and playing your favorite songs in no time at all! Learn to sing and play piano Learning to sing and play the piano …