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Piano, finallyEpisode 83 - Who’s ListeningG'day, everyone! Welcome to show number eighty-three. I’m writing this week's show from a slightly different location:under the shade of a Eucalypt tree at the Stargazer Lawn in Barangaroo. It is the day of the dress rehearsal for the Belong Choir's performance at the Sydney Festival Vigil. The atmosphere is buzzing with activity as chairs are set up and the area is taped off. It’s been a busy weekend, but a privilege to be part of such a special event.YouTube Review: Three Elton John Songs for Beginners Coincidentally, just as I deci...
2026-01-2618 minPiano, finallyEpisode 82 - The “T” WordG'day, everyone! Welcome to show number eighty-two. I’ve just returned from a week in Queensland visiting family, though it meant very little piano practice happened. It’s been great working in the Belong Choir with Nardi Simpson, a Yuwaalaraay storyteller and composer, who makes the rehearsals inclusive and fun.Podcast Recommendation: No one saw it coming I’m a big fan of history podcasts, and this week I recommend Marc Fennell’s "No one saw it coming." Specifically, the episode "The ballet that caused a riot and changed music," which dives into Stravinsky’s The Rite o...
2026-01-1817 minPiano, finallyEpisode 81 - Play What You LikeWelcome to show eighty-one! It's scorching here—hitting 43°C—and I'm busy prepping for the new school year. I’m recording early this week as I’m heading to Queensland to assemble a 3D printer for the grandkids!YouTube Review: Matthew Cawood - 30 Piano Techniques Matthew Cawood's video "30 Piano Techniques Explained in 15 Minutes" is excellent revision. He covers everything from basic articulation to ornaments and bass patterns like the Alberti bass. I even found a few new ones, like "octave legato." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rH8BxXAHnWsEssay: Play What You Like
2026-01-1122 minPiano, finallyEpisode 80 - Not planning, not failingG'day everyone! Welcome to show number eighty. It's the new year, and despite a rocky start with unseasonably cold morning swims, everything is going well here. I've been busy tidying up the house, potentially making room for a new keyboard once the driveway is sorted!Podcast Update: The Rest is History I need to make a quick correction to last week’s episode. The new musical episodes of The Rest is History, covering Tchaikovsky and Wagner live from the Royal Albert Hall, are available now. They are excellent listens, exploring the lives, scandals, and music of...
2026-01-0418 minPiano, finallyEpisode 79 - The Observer EffectEpisode 78 - A Series of Fortunate EventsG'day everyone! Welcome to show number seventy-eight. The holidays have finally started! School has finished for the year, and while I have some work to do on a new Physics program for 2027, there is plenty of time to get it done. Devi and I have chosen some new pieces to keep me busy over the break, and I'm looking forward to increasing my daily practice.YouTube - Guy Michelmore - Want to Write a Better Tune? This week I look at a video by...
2025-12-2819 minPiano, finallyEpisode 78 - A Series of Fortunate EventsEpisode 78 - A Series of Fortunate EventsG'day everyone! Welcome to show number seventy-eight. The holidays have finally started! School has finished for the year, and while I have some work to do on a new Physics program for 2027, there is plenty of time to get it done. Devi and I have chosen some new pieces to keep me busy over the break, and I'm looking forward to increasing my daily practice.YouTube - Guy Michelmore - Want to Write a Better Tune? This week I look at a video by...
2025-12-2120 minPiano, finallyEpisode 77 - Christmas ShoppingEpisode 77 - Christmas ShoppingG'day, everyone! Welcome to show number seventy-seven. Teaching has finally finished for the year, wrapping up with a wonderful awards ceremony and a staff performance that was definitely more enthusiastic than musical! I’m looking forward to my last piano lesson of the year this Monday, where Devi and I will pick out a few pieces to keep me busy over the break.YouTube Review: Merriam Pianos - Hybrids This week, I take a look at a video from Merriam Pianos featuring Stu Harrison. Stu discusses his sw...
2025-12-1420 minPiano, finallyEpisode 76 - In PublicG’day everyone, I’m David Reidy. Welcome to Piano, Finally, a podcast by an old bloke who’s getting around to learning the piano, finally.In the lead-up to Christmas, practice opportunities appear and disappear in equal measure. A little more playing happened this week, though not as much as hoped. The 3D printer is busy producing small gifts for the staff party, and while it’s handy for personalised presents, it hasn’t yet found a role at the piano.🎧 YouTube – Piano Myth or Fact? Do Kids Learn Faster Than Adults?Ryan Abshea...
2025-12-0716 minPiano, finallyEpisode 75 - Something NewG’day everyone, I’m David Reidy. Welcome to Piano, Finally — a podcast by an old bloke who’s getting around to learning the piano, finally.With the exams marked and reports written, the last weeks of the school year bring a welcome return to regular practice (and twice-daily swimming). This week’s episode is built around a story in two parts: a run of theatre outings, and an unexpected new musical adventure.🎭 Performances Around SydneyA free week meant several nights out:• The Rest Is History Returns at the Opera House...
2025-11-3019 minPiano, finallyEpisode 74 - Unexpected BenefitsWe’re into the last three teaching weeks of the school year; final marking is nearly done, and I’m looking forward to a bit more time at the piano.🎧 YouTube – Beethoven Literally Used Four Chords to Write Für EliseYouTube analysis channels can be a goldmine. Jazz pianist Charles Cornell – co-founder of Better Piano and author of Jazz Piano Improv – has a terrific breakdown of Für Elise. He looks at the key (A minor), the 3/8 time signature (so it doesn’t feel like a waltz), and the chord movement fr...
2025-11-2315 minPiano, finallyEpisode 73 - Practising in PublicG’day, I’m David Reidy. Welcome to Piano, Finally, a podcast by an old bloke who’s getting around to learning the piano, finally.This week was light on practice thanks to Year 9 camp at Lake Macquarie and the start of exam-marking season, but there was still some playing – including at camp – and some reflections on what it means to practise where people can see you.🎧 YouTube – 5 Minutes on… Moonlight SonataYouTube pointed me to Daniel Barenboim’s 5 minutes on… Beethoven – The “Moonlight” Sonata, part of a 13-video series where he talks about music by Beetho...
2025-11-1620 minPiano, finallyEpisode 72 - A Bit of a ChallengeWelcome back to Piano, Finally — the podcast of one bloke who’s learning piano later in life.This week’s episode is all about stepping up to new challenges and enjoying the progress along the way. I’ve been practising more than usual, working on three pieces — including my first “real” classical work: Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata. It’s tricky, but rewarding, and I’m discovering just how much a single piece can transform practice from routine to exciting.🎧 YouTube – Yuja Wang and RachmaninovIn 2023, Yuja Wang performed all four Rachmaninov Piano Concert...
2025-11-0917 minPiano, finallyEpisode 71 - Out West Piano FestG’day, everyone—and welcome back to Piano, Finally, a podcast by an old bloke learning the piano, finally.This week’s episode recaps my trip to the Out West Piano Fest in Bathurst—a weekend of incredible performances, great company, and the best farm food I’ve ever had.🎼 Review – Out West Piano FestHeld on Blackdown Farm and organised by Piano Plus, the festival brings together music, meals, and the scenic countryside over three days. The performances took place in a gallery-shed surrounded by Indigenous art, featuring...
2025-11-0220 minPiano, finallyEpisode 70 - The Judging of Art🎧 This Week’s CompetitionsThe Out West Piano Fest is just around the corner, and I’ll be heading to Bathurst for the weekend—my first planned break from the podcast. If you’re there, say hello! Details at pianoplus.com.au/out-west-piano-fest-2025.For those who enjoy piano competitions, the Honens International Piano Competition is underway, with finals streaming live and available afterwards on the Honens YouTube channel. Meanwhile, the 19th International Chopin Competition continues into its second week—forty pianists made it to Stage Two, though my pick, Anthony Ratinov, didn’t advance further. Perfor...
2025-10-1920 minPiano, finallyEpisode 69 - It's Not About the MoneyEpisode 69 – It’s Not About the MoneyWelcome back to Piano, finally, the podcast of one bloke learning piano later in life. This week’s episode was planned and drafted on the train to Sydney—an unusually productive commute at $6.90 each way!🎧 YouTube and Podcast – 19th International Chopin CompetitionStage One of the 19th International Chopin Competition has finished, with forty pianists progressing to the next round. I’m following Anthony Ratinov, runner-up in Miami and a recent guest on Ben Laude’s Late Cho(pin). You can catch his first-round p...
2025-10-1217 minPiano, finallyEpisode 68 - It Takes TimeEpisode 68 – It Takes TimeG’day, everyone—and welcome back to Piano, Finally, the podcast from an old bloke who’s learning the piano, finally. This week’s episode comes to you from Queensland, recorded on portable Rode gear via an iPhone and edited in Cubase on a MacBook Pro. It’s also a rehearsal for the upcoming Out West Piano Fest, where I’ll be recording on location.🎧 YouTube Feature – 19th International Chopin CompetitionThe 19th International Chopin Competition has begun, with every performance livestreamed and archived on YouTube. If you mis...
2025-10-0520 minPiano, finallyEpisode 67 - If a Job's Worth Doing…Episode 67 – If a job’s worth doing…Welcome back to Piano, Finally, a podcast from an old bloke learning the piano later in life. Term three has wrapped up, and with it my piano lessons for now. Devi has me back on Wynn-Anne Rossi’s A Wild Chase, plus a new piece—Kevin Olson’s Machines on the Loose—and Juan Cabeza’s Diversion 1. Plenty to keep me busy through the break.🎧 Podcast & YouTube – A Musical SéanceThis week’s suggestion comes via Dan Schreiber’s book The Theory of Everything Else, where...
2025-09-2819 minPiano, finallyEpisode 66 - Nothing's Wasted🎙 Episode 66 – Nothing’s WastedWelcome back to Piano, Finally, the podcast of one bloke learning piano later in life. This episode didn’t go quite as planned—I was meant to be sharing a recording from Devi’s piano showcase, but thanks to a calendar mishap, I missed it by a day. Disappointing, yes—but not wasted. The extra practice means I now have four polished pieces ready to play whenever someone asks.🎧 YouTube Spotlight – David BennettTwo new videos worth a look:Beginner’s Guide to Woodwind Instruments, the third in a s...
2025-09-2117 minPiano, finallyEpisode 65 - AspirationsEpisode 65 – AspirationsWelcome back to Piano, Finally, the podcast from an old bloke learning the piano. With the showcase just a week away, I’ve doubled practice sessions—half an hour in the morning, twenty minutes in the afternoon—rotating between the Kawai NV10 and Nord Stage 4. Devi’s electric Kawai will be the instrument on the day, so I’m aiming to be ready, even if the occasional wrong note slips through.🎧 YouTube Spotlight – Paul FeyMy organ journey continues with Paul Fey’s channel. Unlike Ben Maton’s rural churches, Pau...
2025-09-1419 minPiano, finallyEpisode 64 - Purpose🎙 Episode 64 – PurposeG’day and welcome back to Piano, Finally. This week I had something like a first public performance—playing my four showcase pieces for a junior music class I was covering. They asked, I played, and it went alright. With just two weeks until the actual showcase, I’m ramping up practice but not aiming for perfection—it’s about learning, and sharing the journey.🎧 YouTube Spotlight – Ten Keyboard Sounds EVERY Player Should HavePierre Piscitelli’s video on Ten Keyboard Sounds every player should know is a treasure. From grand...
2025-09-0717 minPiano, finallyEpisode 63 - Narrow or Broad🎙 Episode 63 – Narrow or BroadWelcome back to Piano, Finally. Apologies for the break last week—I came down with Influenza A and even had to miss my lesson with Devi. Thankfully the antivirals worked, and I’m back at the keys (though you may still hear a touch of it in my voice).This week included some extra performances by senior students preparing for their exams—Beethoven, Rachmaninoff, and Dire Straits were all on the program. It’s a reminder of just how diverse the world of music can be.📝 Essay – Narrow o...
2025-08-3117 minPiano, finallyEpisode 62 - Why are we playing?🎙 Episode 62 – Why Are We Playing?G’day and welcome back to Piano, Finally. This week included two very different performances: Circa and the Art of the Fugue at City Recital Hall, and Radio Luxembourg at The Joan in Penrith. Both highlighted the power of live music, from Bach’s intricate counterpoint to the raw energy of 1960s rock and pop.🎭 Performance ReviewsCirca and the Art of the Fugue combined the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra with contemporary circus from Circa. Historically informed Baroque met modern dance—plus some spectacular floor rolling. A unique exper...
2025-08-1719 minPiano, finallyEpisode 61 - When are we going to use this?🎙 Episode 61 – When Are We Going to Use This?Welcome back to Piano, Finally, where I share the ups, downs, and sideways detours of learning piano later in life. This week’s opening note: if you contact me via Buzzsprout’s FanMail, I can’t reply—so if you’d like a conversation, please send an email to david@pianofinally.show.It’s Science Week here in NSW schools, and between showing science demos to preschoolers and heading out to a Bach-meets-acrobatics performance, I’ve also been keeping an eye on September’s Sydney Fringe Festival.
2025-08-1015 minPiano, finallyEpisode 60 - Choosing Six🎙 Episode 60 – Choosing SixWelcome to Episode 60 of Piano, Finally, a podcast about learning the piano later in life and enjoying the journey along the way.This week, tickets went on sale for the Out West Piano Fest. It will be held in October at Blackdown Farm in Bathurst and features five concerts over three days with meals included. Wynona Wang, prize-winner at the 2023 Sydney International Piano Competition, will be performing, along with other pianists and a few surprise guests. More details are at Out West Piano Fest.Early morning pract...
2025-08-0318 minPiano, finallyEpisode 59 - It's Our Job🎙 Episode 59 – It’s Our JobWelcome to Piano, Finally. This week brings a few changes in how the show is recorded. The entire episode has been produced in Cubase using Steinberg’s SpectraLayers for audio processing. Recording the MIDI data from the Kawai NV10 directly into Cubase has improved the quality of the piano sound—now I just need to work on improving my playing!A warm welcome to new listeners who found the show through Marc Larochelle’s My Keys To Music newsletter. Thank you for joining the journey.YouTube Featu...
2025-07-2717 minPiano, finallyEpisode 58 - Listening In🎙 Episode 58 – Listening InG’day and welcome back to Piano, Finally—where a bloke learning piano later in life reports in from yet another theatre foyer. This week’s episode was written from the Northern Foyer of the Sydney Opera House, in the sunlight beneath John Olsen’s mural Salute to Slessor’s 5 Bells. A pre-concert talk with Jaime Martín and Genevieve Lang turned out to be one of the highlights of the week—more on that later.🎨 More on the mural📺 YouTube Feature – Aspen Music Festival and SchoolThe Aspen Festiva...
2025-07-2016 minPiano, finallyEpisode 57 - Reading and Writing🎙 Episode 57 – Reading and WritingWelcome to Piano, Finally, a podcast about learning the piano—later in life and without the pressure. This week’s episode has been recorded a day early as I head off to the Opera House for another concert in the Sydney Symphony Orchestra’s subscription series—more on that next week.🎧 The latest episode of the Chopin Podcast focuses on the Polonaises, including one I hadn’t heard before: the Polonaise-Fantaisie, which has quickly become a favourite. Denis Zhdanov’s performance on YouTube is a good place to start—though the...
2025-07-1315 minPiano, finallyEpisode 56 - Leaving Evidence🎙 Episode 56 – Leaving EvidenceG’day, and welcome back to Piano, Finally, where each week I share the detours, lessons, and progress from learning piano later in life. This week’s episode was written from the foyer of the Bell Shakespeare Company’s theatre, ahead of a performance of Coriolanus—more on that at the end.🎭 Term’s over, holidays have begun, and with piano lessons on break too, I’m gearing up for more time at the keys. Devi’s set a new goal for next term: get off the page and start improvising. She’s als...
2025-07-0617 min
Rowing FriendsEpisode 26 Rowing Friends Dave CusanoWe are pleased to welcome Dave Cusano a fellow UB Crew Alumni to the Rowing Friends podcast. Dave discussed the challenges and successes of his rowing team's season, highlighting the impact of weather and other factors on their performance. He noted that despite the difficulties, the team maintained a positive attitude and achieved some success at nationals. David also shared his philosophy on coaching, emphasizing the importance of producing good humans through rowing rather than focusing solely on competitive results. Additionally, he mentioned his plans to coach a small group of college athletes over the summer and expressed hope f...
2025-06-301h 09Piano, finallyEpisode 55 - Play Like No One Is Listening🎙 Episode 55 – Play Like No One Is ListeningG’day and welcome back to Piano, Finally, where an old bloke keeps learning the piano, one step (and one podcast) at a time.This week’s script was written in the foyer of Carriageworks ahead of Aphrodite, a world premiere chamber opera by Nico Muhly. The venue, with its industrial charm and bold programming, is perfect for discovering new voices—and maybe a future Taylor Swift. More on the opera at the end of the episode.🎭 Aphrodite at Carriageworks🎸 Friday’s school carnival featured t...
2025-06-2917 minPiano, finallyEpisode 54 - Under Pressure🎙 Episode 54 – Under PressureWelcome to Episode 54 of Piano, Finally, the podcast of one old bloke making his way—note by note—through learning the piano.It’s been a big week at school with the Creative and Performing Arts Showcase on Wednesday and a packed end-of-term schedule coming up, featuring the walkathon, carnival, and Battle of the Bands (yes, I’ll be in the dunk tank again). The week also brought a tech upgrade with a new Mackie Big Knob Studio+ audio interface—so if the show sounds a bit different, that’s why. A review of...
2025-06-2219 minPiano, finallyEpisode 53 - A CommunityEpisode 53 – A CommunityG’day and welcome to Episode 53 of Piano, finally, the podcast of a bloke getting around to learning the piano… finally.This week finds me writing from the foyer of the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre in Penrith, not the Opera House this time. I was waiting for Shake & Stir’s touring production of 1984, and I have to say, it was an impressive adaptation—just five actors and some clever use of video screens. Highly recommended if it’s heading your way:👉 Tour info👉 The Joan🎹 YouTube Recommendat...
2025-06-1519 minPiano, finallyEpisode 52 - A Dangerous Business🎙 Episode 52 – A Dangerous BusinessG’day, and welcome back to Piano, Finally—a podcast from an old bloke finally learning the piano. This week’s episode was written once again from the busy foyer of the Sydney Opera House—where Vivid’s light show and some eye-watering appetiser prices ($825!) set the scene before another performance by Sir Stephen Hough.We begin with an update from the Cliburn piano competition, streaming live on YouTube. All six finalists are men—curious, but I’m just glad to have a favourite from the earlier Gina Bachauer comp in the running...
2025-06-0816 minPiano, finallyEpisode 51 - Once a DayWelcome to Episode 51 of Piano, Finally! This week, I talk about how my piano practice was affected by long work days, debating competitions, and the occasional musical side quest — like programming the Nord Stage 4 to sound like the iconic synth from Van Halen’s Jump. (You’ll hear my first attempt in the progress section.)In the spirit of broadening musical horizons, this episode’s recommendation is the Early Music Sources channel, run by Elam Rotem. It’s a beautifully produced, deeply researched dive into the music of the 16th and 17th centuries — ideal if you're curious about how mu...
2025-06-0114 minPiano, finallyEpisode 50 - One YearG’day, and welcome to Episode 50 of Piano, Finally! This week marks one full year since the podcast began, and in that time, fifty proper episodes have made it to air. In this episode, I take a moment to reflect on the journey so far — from consistent recording and practicing, to discovering the joy of small but meaningful progress at the piano.As I write this, I’m sitting in the Sydney Opera House foyer, waiting for a Stephen Hough concert. There’s also an update on the school’s Battle of the Bands (spoiler: I won’t be perform...
2025-05-2513 minPiano, finallyEpisode 49 - Do I Need A Piano Teacher?Thanks for tuning in to Episode 49! This week, I talk about why piano lessons are back, how progress changes when there’s someone else listening, and whether it’s worth having a piano teacher at all (spoiler: yes, it is).🎼 Back to LessonsLessons resumed this week after the summer break—though it’s a short term, just five weeks before Devi heads overseas again. Playing the Spindler Canon and the Bagatelle in F in front of someone else felt very different than at home. I also made a bit of progress on Mozart—those first t...
2025-05-1816 minPiano, finallyEpisode 48 - Dancing about Architecture🎹 Episode 48 – Dancing about architectureWelcome to Episode 48. This week, I reflect on remixing, musical distractions, and the sneaky ways we convince ourselves we’re making progress.🎧 Remixing in the ClassroomYear 9 music students had a workshop on remixing, led by two presenters, including musician Nyxen. I got to sit in on parts of the day and was surprised by how much I enjoyed her music and her breakdown of the production process.Check out Nyxen’s channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NYXENMUSICHere’s the track they worked on...
2025-05-1118 minPiano, finallyEpisode 47 - Making it upWelcome back! In this episode of Piano, finally, I talk about a week of not-much-practice, school restarting, and musical surprises—including a band at a diocesan staff day that, while technically solid, wasn’t quite my style.🎭 On StageIf you're in Sydney or the Blue Mountains, tickets are now on sale for the Blue Mountains Musical Society’s production of Come From Away, on at Springwood later this month.Tickets: https://www.bluemountainstheatre.com.au/what-s-on/season-2025/come-from-away/🎼 Streaming SpotlightI caught Yunchan Lim’s phenomenal performance of Bach’s Gold...
2025-05-0417 minPiano, finallyEpisode 46 - Get OutG’day everyone, and welcome to Episode 46 of Piano, Finally!This week, I’ve been thinking about all the unexpected doors learning the piano opens — doors that aren’t always about the piano itself.On ANZAC Day, I joined the Hawkesbury District Concert Band as a bus driver for the Sydney march. It was a real privilege to be part of an important community event alongside students and local musicians.If you’ve been following the Chopin competitions this year, good news — the preliminary rounds are now streaming live from Warsaw! Introductions are in Polish and E...
2025-04-2717 minPiano, finallyEpisode 45 - PlayingWelcome to Episode 45 of Piano, FinallyThis week, David reflects on what it really means to “play” the piano—not just as a technical activity but as a source of joy, creativity, and fun.🚗 Road Trip & Piano ConcertThe episode begins with a musical journey—literally—to Armidale for the Piano Plus Showcase Concert, part of the Autumn Piano School. The highlight? Watching Coady Green blaze through two of Anton Rubenstein’s études with jaw-dropping precision.🎶 Listen to the études: YouTube Link🥁 Practising with RhythmDavid shares his...
2025-04-2016 minPiano, finallyEpisode 44 - Choosing for the Year🎹 Episode 44 – Choosing for the YearWelcome back to Piano, Finally, the podcast by an old bloke finally getting around to learning the piano. In this episode, I share a bit of everything – from an odd experience learning the school song to choosing my piano pieces for the year ahead, and even a book review for those exploring pop piano.🎵 The School Song SagaI kicked off the holidays with a curious challenge: trying to play the school song. Despite knowing it well, my first attempt sounded way off – but, oddly enough, it fixed its...
2025-04-1317 minPiano, finallyEpisode 43 - Artificial Meaning🎹 Piano, finally – Episode 43: Artificial MeaningG’day, everyone! In this week’s episode, I share a bit about live music, online rabbit holes, and thoughts on what makes music meaningful, even in the age of AI.🎶 Sydney Symphony and Daniil TrifonovI had the pleasure of hearing Daniil Trifonov perform Rachmaninov’s Fourth Piano Concerto at the Opera House. A magical evening that also featured Lyadov’s The Enchanted Lake—a piece by a lesser-known Russian composer. Learn more about Anatoly Lyadov and why he might have missed his big break.🎹 YouTube...
2025-04-0619 minPiano, finallyEpisode 42 - Devi Mamak🎙️ Episode 42 – Devi MamakG’day, and welcome back to Piano, finally—a podcast by an old bloke learning the piano, finally.This week’s episode is a little different. I’m thrilled to share the very first interview on the show, and it’s with someone many of you have heard me mention before—my piano teacher, Devi Mamak. We sat down at her studio to chat about music, teaching, and learning piano as an adult. A big thanks to Devi for taking the time to speak after a full day of teaching....
2025-03-3031 minPiano, finallyEpisode 41 - Pianos and Keyboards🎙 Episode 41 – Pianos and KeyboardsG’day, and welcome back to Piano, Finally – the podcast by an old bloke, finally learning piano. In this episode, we take a look at a curious music theory making the rounds on YouTube, dip a toe into the world of electronic keyboards, and review a more contemporary collection of piano pieces from AMEB’s Rock School.🎵 A Conspiracy in Classical Music?It started with a video about using a metronome and ended with a full-blown theory claiming we’re all playing classical music twice as fast as intended. Thi...
2025-03-2315 minPiano, finallyEpisode 40 - External MemoryWelcomeWelcome to episode 40 of Piano, Finally! If you're new here, I hope you enjoy the show. If you’re a returning listener, thanks for coming back! If you're learning piano or another instrument, I'd love to hear how you're going—drop me an email at david@pianofinally.show.This week, I prepared part of this episode at the Sydney Opera House before attending Bell Shakespeare’s Henry V. It’s one of my favorite Shakespeare history plays, and this production was excellent.YouTube Spotlight: Jameson Nathan JonesJameson Nathan J...
2025-03-1614 minPiano, finallyEpisode 39 - Choosing Music🎹 Episode 39 – Choosing Music 🎶Welcome!Thanks for tuning in to Episode 39 of Piano, finally! Whether you're a first-time listener or a returning friend, I appreciate you being here. If you're on your own piano-learning journey, feel free to share your progress with me at david@pianofinally.show.🎧 Piano News & Resources🎼 Chopin Podcast Returns!Ben Laude announced that The Chopin Podcast is back with a monthly release schedule leading up to the International Chopin Competition. Check it out here.🎵 ABRSM's Start Here PodcastThe second season...
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