Darren ThorntonAug 7, 20194 minBeginner Pianos: What to Buy from a Teacher's Perspective.As a piano teacher, it is very rare that I start working with a beginner who already owns a piano. Some arrive at their first lesson...
Darren ThorntonMay 17, 20194 minWeighted Piano Keys: Why They Are Important for a Beginner.When I interview a prospective pupil, it frequently turns out that they don't currently own an acoustic or digital piano. They may have a...
Darren ThorntonMay 8, 20188 minChildren's Piano Lessons - The Important Role of a ParentBelieve it or not, piano lessons are only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to learning the piano. Progress is mostly made in between...
Darren ThorntonApr 16, 20156 minLearning The Piano: 4 Mistakes To Avoid As A BeginnerLearning the piano from scratch at a basic level is really not difficult at all. There are 4 pitfalls to avoid as a beginner, and once...