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The first thing that's changed, one of the things that's changed, is the student-centered

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approach to teaching. In the old days, the student was just sitting there on the piano

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stool and the teacher told them what to do and there was never any real engagement with the

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student and certainly very little respect for the student. I think that's the, you know, the

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the student is the equal. The student should be a part of the process, the creative process.

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I think the teacher guides the student toward something that's authentic to them, that's

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expressing something from within them, not pasted on, copied and pasted from a teacher.

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We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming episode featuring Graham Fitch, a pianist,

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educator, writer, and one of the leading figures in piano pedagogy. With his deep research into

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neuroscience and piano technique, Graham has revolutionized the way pianists practice, learn,

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and perform. He shares insights into performance prep, feedback and reflection in piano training,

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and the evolving role of piano pedagogy in today's world. He also offers an exclusive

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glimpse into his groundbreaking online academy, Practicing the Piano, Transforming the Way Pianists

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Learn, Practice, and Refine Their Craft. I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to

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piano technique. You only have to look at the great pianists who are playing to see a mastery

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of the piano can come from any number of different national schools of playing. So, you know,

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tension can be physical and it manifests itself physically by tightened muscles or, you know,

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locked positions kind of thing. But often it comes from the from the mind. The mind is fearful.

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Whether you are a professional pianist, student, or teacher, or music lover, this episode is packed

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with practical, science-backed insights that will shape the way you think about piano learning.

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So, tune in this Tuesday, February 11th at 8 p.m. Eastern Time on YouTube for this insightful

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conversation. The audio will also be available on your GoToPodcast platforms. For sub-stack

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subscribers, you can get exclusive early access to this episode. Don't miss this opportunity to

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learn from one of the most influential voices in piano education today. See you on Tuesday!