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"Two breeds of musical instrument that share a common method." Pianos and synthesisers are often found in very different situations, but they're both keyboard-based instruments with hundreds of expert players making music on them.

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Christmas is coming...

Do you want to learn to play some of the classic Christmas carols? Check out the series on mastering Christmas carols on the piano and keyboard, or get some tips on preparing for a carol concert.

Buying a new keyboard instrument or digital piano? Check out the buyer's guide, and get extra tips if buying for a child.

Piano & Digital Piano

Sponsored Review: Lindeblad Piano Restoration

Sponsored Review: Lindeblad Piano Restoration

This is a review of the web site and services of the Lindeblad Piano Restoration company. It should be noted that I have not used their services personally, so my opinion is based... [Read more]


Features

Christmas carol concert: ten tips for preparing pianists

Christmas carol concert: ten tips for preparing pianists

So, you’ve been asked to accompany the carol singing at your local school, church, social club, in the community, or even on the streets? Here are ten tips to ensure you’re... [Read more]


Synth & Electronic

Walkie-talkie Theremin: if only it was all this easy

Walkie-talkie Theremin: if only it was all this easy

I got really excited when I read the headline over at Music Radar — after all, creating cool-sounding stuff from cheap, everyday gadgets is great. However, it doesn’t sound... [Read more]


Websites

Sponsored Review: Virtual Sheet - Sheet Music Downloads Membership web site

Sponsored Review: Virtual Sheet - Sheet Music Downloads Membership web site

This is a review of an online sheet music web site which also serves up MIDI and MP3 audio tracks of the available music. Finding affordable and high-quality transcripts of classical... [Read more]