MUSINGS

THE PERILS OF PIANO METHODS

he art of playing the piano is a highly personal and expressive endeavour. Each student has unique talents,

PIANO PEDAGOGY & TECHNIQUE

Walter

Apr 28, 20243 min read

TRANSFORMATION THROUGH DEBUSSY'S 12 ETUDES

Debussy's "12 Études" are a testament to his innovative spirit, mirroring his desire to push the boundaries of traditional harmonic language

PIANO PEDAGOGY & TECHNIQUE

Walter

Apr 28, 20243 min read

PIANISTS AND MORAL COMPAS

"Machiavellian" refers to traits or behaviours characterized by cunning, deceit, manipulation, and a willingness to use any means...

Walter

Apr 27, 20244 min read

BACH META(1)

Transcribing the "48" Fugas, I entered almost automatically into the metaphysical and spiritual aspects of Johann Sebastian Bach's fugues fr

BACH

Walter

Apr 27, 20242 min read

INTERVALS

The significance of the fifth interval in music invites us...

Walter

Apr 27, 20243 min read

BEETHOVEN SONATA OPUS 101 - "ADAGIO"

The expression "Sehnsuchtsvoll" is challenging to translate because it takes, in German,

BEETHOVEN

Walter

Apr 27, 20242 min read

Problemen met Vinger, Hand en Arm Controle tijdens het piano spelen

PIANO PEDAGOGY & TECHNIQUE

Walter

Apr 22, 20242 min read

TRIBUTE TO MY STUDENTS

Teaching Japanese students offers a practical and enriching experience. It is marked by a strong work ethic, deep respect for teachers, eth

ZEN,SPIRITUALITY & PIANO

Walter

Apr 10, 20243 min read

RETIREMENT?

Ours is a world of perpetual passion, dedication, and unceasing evolution. Musicians, pianists, and piano pedagogues are individuals who...

Walter

Apr 9, 20242 min read

HAMMERKLAVIER

....Op. 106 was more than just a professional undertaking for Beethoven...

BEETHOVEN

Walter

Mar 22, 20242 min read

MICHELANGELI | DEBUSSY PRELUDES

The Sublime Sorcery of Michelangeli Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli's interpretations of Claude Debussy's Préludes are celebrated as some...

MICHELANGELI

Walter

Jan 17, 20242 min read

ODE TO A MASTER (1)

In my mature years, I found myself immersed in an intensive, fiery, and exquisitely creative 300-plus-hour session, spread over five...

Walter

Dec 11, 20233 min read

ON "INTERPRETATION"

In the dominion of pianistic art, I categorically and without reservation reject any form of intellectually inspired interpretation. This...

Walter

Oct 26, 20232 min read

THE INNER JOURNEY OF A DEDICATED TEACHER

As piano teachers committed to our craft, we deeply explore our teaching practice and personal growth. While drawing inspiration from the...

PIANO PEDAGOGY & TECHNIQUE

Walter

Sep 23, 20232 min read

HANDS ON!(1)

The remarkable capabilities of humans are evident in their upright stature and the liberation of their hands from earthly constraints....

Walter

Sep 11, 20232 min read

ON COMPETITIONS AND YOUTUBE'S COMPARISON VIDEOS

Music, oh glorious music! It possesses an extraordinary ability to stir our souls and awaken dormant senses. This divine language speaks...

Walter

Sep 11, 20232 min read

ARTURO BENEDETTI MICHELANGELI: ICON OF UNPARALLELED PERFECTION

Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli stands as a beacon of excellence and devotion to the craft of piano playing.

MICHELANGELI

Walter

Aug 29, 20234 min read

SCORE, COMPOSER, PIANIST & BALANCE

As pianists embark on their musical journey, it is essential to delve into the depths of understanding the score, unravelling the...

ZEN,SPIRITUALITY & PIANO

Walter

Aug 20, 20234 min read

THE ENIGMATIC TEMPERAMENTS OF PIANISTS AND STUDENTS...

In piano teaching, where knowledge and artistry go hand in hand, lies a key to unlocking the potential of each student. Understanding the...

PIANO PEDAGOGY & TECHNIQUE

Walter

Aug 15, 20238 min read

THE FOUR TEMPERAMENTS: NURTURING STUDENT'S INDIVIDUALITY...

As piano teachers, our primary goal is to nurture the musical growth and development of our students. However, we must also recognize...

PIANO PEDAGOGY & TECHNIQUE

Walter

Aug 15, 20233 min read

ON "JEUX d'EAU

In the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, two prevailing philosophies profoundly influenced artistic production: naturalism...

DEBUSSY & RAVEL

Walter

Jul 30, 20233 min read

DISCOVERING SCHUBERT...AND MUCH MORE...

At age 10, I stumbled upon a collection of Lieder scores belonging to my mother, a talented Lyric-Soprano. Her training with renowned artists Eric Werba and Elizabeth Schwartzkopf in Salzburg further piqued my curiosity. Around the same time, I discovered Arthur Schnabel's recording of Schubert's 8 Impromptus for piano. Intrigued by the musical possibilities, I eagerly asked my father to buy the score and embarked on a journey to learn all eight Impromptus within a year. The

Walter

Jul 30, 20232 min read