April 26, 2023

A Concert Pianist On Pedals & Voicing w/ Frederic Chiu

1 hour

In this episode of our podcast, join us as we delve into the world of pedaling technique, piano hammer shaping, and voicing with classical pianist, Frederic Chiu. With a wealth of experience and musical achievements under his belt, Frederic is joined by the veteran piano technician and piano industry expert, Eric Johnson.

In addition to a fascinating discussion of advanced pedal techniques, they tackle the topic of humility. Even the most skilled technicians have moments of uncertainty, but Frederic and Eric explore how to navigate those situations and grow from them.

Do you know what the phrase "piano techs do not control what the piano sounds like" means? Frederic provides insights on pedal regulation and usage, explaining how the pianist can use the piano to create unique and captivating sounds.

Ready to uncover the secrets of excellent piano playing? Frederic shares his personal philosophy on the art of music-making and the importance of pedaling techniques. Tune in to hear more from this performance, theory, and technique expert.

Here's a little bit about our Guest Frederic Chiu:

Frederic’s innovative programming includes “Classical Smackdown,” where composers face off in head-to-head comparisons, with listeners voting for their favorite composer: Debussy vs. Prokofiev, Bach vs. Glass, etc. With his wife, Jeanine Esposito, he co-created the arts non-profit, Beechwood Arts & Innovation, to explore collaboration across art genres and the use of the arts and technology to create community.

His innovative vision of Romeo & Juliet – The Choice, an immersive, interactive production of the popular Prokofiev ballet, debuted in 2018. Frederic teaches at both Carnegie Mellon University and The Hartt School.

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