The Online Academy Turns Seven!
October is a special month for us as it’s the Online Academy’s birthday! This year, the Online Academy will be turning seven.
Toccata from Bach’s Partita No. 6 in E Minor
The Toccata from Bach’s Partita No. 6 in E minor, BWV 830, is a popular choice for piano diplomas and we’ve created a new study edition and video walkthroughs to assist players in their learning of this magnificent music!
Bach, Schubert, Pedalling & Playing Softly
In this month’s practice clinic, Graham Fitch answers questions on playing softly, practising a Bach Invention, pedalling in a piece by Maikapar and tackling some of the challenges in the 1st movement of Schubert’s monumental last sonata.
Tips for Better Piano Technique
A common refrain amongst pianists is that they lack the technique required to tackle many of the pieces they yearn to play. In this blog post we provide some simple, often overlooked ways to build good foundations and make better progress with your playing.
Mendelssohn Song Without Words, Op. 19b No. 1
Our latest From the Ground Up Edition features Mendelssohn’s Song Without Words Op 19b No. 1, a highly enjoyable and rewarding piece to study at the early advanced level.
My Sight Reading Story
Lona Kozik shares her story of how she went from being hopeless at sight reading to earning a living as an accompanist and working in theatre.
Resources for Improving Piano Technique
Discover resources for improving your piano technique for beginners, teachers and pianists seeking a technical “refresher”!
Fresh Air, Dragonflies, Morning Sunbeam & Secret Footpath
Previews of for new video lessons for pieces form the ABRSM 2023 & 2024 Initial Grade & Grade 1 lists, including works by Florence Price, Andrew Eales, Marjorie Helyer & Naomi Yandell.