Are You Ready to Play the Piano?

More musicians, vocalists and composers are proficient at the piano as opposed to other instruments in part because of its versatility in musical context and its function in musical notation. The piano is indeed a popular choice of instrument for enhancing one's musical knowledge and pursuing a musical career.

Pianos, however, are costly and unwieldy for most due to their heavy and large size, but there are alternatives like keyboards and electronic pianos.

If you already own a piano, it is better to use it, rather than let it grow old as an art object in your home. If you don't have a piano at home and you plan to buy one, it is advisable to study first which style of piano suits you best. Do a survey of different models to determine which sort of piano would fit your needs and your budget.

Those just starting out would probably have a hard time producing music with their pianos. Almost all people who play the piano had someone teach them the skill, although a few exceptional people may have learned through self study and continuous practice.

If you are not one of these exceptional people, getting a good piano teacher is crucial. It is an investment to pay for a piano but it is a greater venture to pay for a brilliant piano teacher who would guide you.

When you have a piano and a teacher, the next thing you would need is the desire to play. Don't be discouraged if you can't produce music yet-- be relaxed, lose the tension and go with the flow as your fingers explore your piano keyboard. Touching the keys gently will relax your fingers, and sitting with correct posture in front of your piano will help build your confidence as if you are a Mozart performing on stage.

Also, begin playing with a piece that you like, a song or a tune that you enjoy listening to, and that will add fun and enjoyment to your piano playing. Remember that music is in the ears of those who hear it.

Angela Nazario, is a freelance web developer who enjoys writing articles about how to play the piano -- on the side -- for Music Wizard's "Library of Music Articles" .

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