Jeff Cappelli is the founder and director of the Cappelli Institute of Music. He has been teaching piano and repairing pianos for over 20 years.
Read the Columns
The Privilege of Practicing - November 15, 2004
When you're a young student, practicing often seems like a chore. As you get older, you may yearn for the time to devote to music. (And that's not just a trick to get you to practic, I promise!)
Getting Beyond the Notes - January 5, 2004
"Singing" your music (even when you're playing an instrument) can help you develop natural, expressive musical phrasing.
Is Summer a Time for Music? - May 1, 2003
Is it a good idea to "take a break" from piano lessons and practicing?
Listen to the Music, Not the Stereo - September 1, 2002
"I love a good stereo system, but I'll always be more interested in the shape and performance of the music."
