When you first begin to learn the piano, you probably will not need to read notes and play at the same time. Starting with scales and simple songs allows a new player to learn their way around the piano and the keys. However, as your experience grows and longer songs are within reach, sheet music Read more about How to Read Piano Sheet Music[…]
If you’ve ever been interested in learning how to play a string instrument, you’ve probably wondered which one is the right fit for you. There’s the entire selection of orchestra strings, including violin, cello, and bass; but there’s also other string instruments that are popular with students like ukuleles, guitars, banjos, etc. Here at Rockley, Read more about Which string instrument should I learn?[…]
September marks the start of a new school year for many parents and children across the country. For many students, from kindergarten all the way up to high school, a new school year marks the beginning of a journey with music. Many brand-new musicians don’t necessarily know what they are looking for in an instrument. Read more about Best Instruments for Beginners[…]
Your piano is a great investment in your music education, as well as a cornerstone of your home decor. Learning the correct way to care for your piano can help your instrument last a long time. Because your piano is probably made out of high quality wood, it’s bound to expand and contract when the Read more about How to care for your piano[…]
When you purchase a piano and bring it home for the first time, it’s such an important moment for you as a music aficionado. Are you having trouble deciding how to incorporate a piano into your home decor? You need a little bit of planning and some creativity to make sure the instrument fits in Read more about How to incorporate a piano into your home decor[…]
As we have discussed before, learning to play the piano has a large number of cognitive and creative benefits. There are a number of online resources you can load right onto your smartphone or touch screen device to help you learn to play the piano. When you search for “piano” on either the Apple App Read more about Learn to play the piano with these 5 apps[…]
The piano is one of the most well-known instruments. When you learn to play the piano, it will not only open a whole new world of music; but can also set the stage for success in other areas of your life, too. For children and adults alike, learning to play piano provides a creative outlet Read more about Benefits of Learning to Play Piano[…]
The investment in a beautiful instrument can be protected and its life extended when you understand how to clean your piano after daily use. Disinfect your piano keys Steinway & Sons recommends that you clean your piano keys with over-the-counter hydrogen peroxide by doing the following: Dampen a cotton pad or cotton rage with peroxide Read more about How to clean your piano[…]