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In this episode, I share my experience of playing piano with my left hand only due to a recent fracture in her my right humerus shoulder. Despite the challenges, I embark on a project to learn and master the Godowsky transcription of the Strauss Symphonic Metamorphosis, specifically the Gypsy Baron waltz theme. I take you behind the scenes into my early practice session, emphasizing the importance of shaping melodies and achieving legato fingering, especially with the use of the thumb in the left hand. I also preview a future episode where I'll discuss efficient techniques for handling large leaps in the music.

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In this episode, immerse yourself in the world of musical complexity as we unravel the secrets of playing three distinct voices using just five fingers. I guide you through the enchanting Scriabin Prelude, showcasing the left hand's prowess in delivering a symphony of voices. Dive into the intricacies as I break down each voice, providing invaluable insights into technique and expression. By the end, you'll witness the magic unfold as I perform the complete piece, demonstrating the harmonious fusion of three voices, all within the confines of five fingers. Tune in for a musical journey that proves the extraordinary possibilities hidden within the piano's embrace. These tricks can be applied to any music for two hands as well. 🎹✨

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In episode 15 of the Piano Ninja Tricks podcast, we delve into a commonly overlooked yet essential trick— the speed  you press the keys (unrelated to the tempo).

Using Satie Gymnopédie No. 1 as an example, discover how the subtle speed adjustments can transform your piano playing into a masterpiece. Understand how moving fast while playing slow enhances your control of dynamics.

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Join me in this podcast episode as we explore the secrets to playing fast passages with clarity and precision. 

I share a Piano Ninja Trick that will help you achieve clean and clear notes, demonstrated through Bach's Chaconne arranged by Brahms for left hand only and Chopin's Revolutionary Etude. 

This trick, which involves a unique feeling of pulling each key up, is particularly effective in the middle register of the piano, where the piano register tends to get very muddy. Give it a try in your own music and let me know how it works for you.

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Discover the hidden world between the notes in Episode 13 of the Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast with host Lisa Spector. Dive into the exquisite tension and beauty created by the spaces in music, using Chopin's C Minor Nocturne as a guide. 

Learn how to build intentional spaces, adding layers of emotion and excitement to your playing. 

Lisa shares insights on practicing, creating musicality, and bringing out the magic in every pause. 

Plus, get a sneak peek into the upcoming 12 Days of Christmas with Piano Ninja Tricks – a treat for pianists ready to elevate their playing. Tune in and enhance your musical journey with Piano Ninja Tricks! 🎹🌟

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In the latest episode of the Piano Ninja Tricks podcast, your host, Lisa Spector, reveals a game-changing technique to make your piano playing easier and more efficient. This episode, part of the Technique Thursday series, dives into the art of minimizing movement by strategic thumb placement on the keys. 

Lisa demonstrates how this simple adjustment can significantly enhance your speed and overall performance, using examples of the actaves from Chopin's C minor Nocturne Op. 48 No. 1 and more. Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced pianist, this Ninja trick is a must-learn for unlocking your piano mastery for any music that has black and white keys, which, of course, is almost all music. Tune in, apply, and make your piano playing easier and more efficient with this enlightening episode.

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In this poignant Thanksgiving episode, join me on an intimate journey through the trials, tribulations, and triumphs that defined my piano odyssey. From the unexpected fall that shattered my right hand and soul to the relentless battles with CRPS, the story unfolds with resilience as the central theme. Discover the surprising gifts that emerged from adversity, giving birth to the transformative Piano Ninja Tricks.

It's a tale of gratitude, strength, and the melody that arose from the symphony of challenges.

Then I share a piece I call "The Marriage of My Hands".
Starting with the Godwosky arrangement for left hand only of Chopin's Aeolian Harp Etude leading into the original Chopin Etude for two hands.

Full video lesson tutorial on the Etude is available for half price til end of day on Black Friday, Nov. 24.

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In this Mindset Monday, get ready for a dose of piano pep talk. Today's topic revolves around a question that often echoes in the minds of musicians: Can you truly enhance your musicality when you're away from your instrument?

Learn why stepping away from the piano doesn't mean stepping back from improvement. Discover how life experiences—whether in nature, at an opera, or in the rhythm of Zumba—can become the unexpected keys to unlocking new realms of musical creativity.

Before delving into this symphony of wisdom, Lisa offers a friendly reminder that today marks the finale of the Black and White Friday Special.
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Don't miss the opportunity to explore discounted programs, including Lisa's signature course, Piano Ninja Tricks, where the path to becoming an independent learning pianist is paved with the Piano Ninja Tricks delivered in the right order for you to improve fast as a pianist and play with joy and ease before you can say "Prestissimo". 

Tune in and rediscover how the symphony of life outside the practice room can harmonize with your musical journey. So, ready your mindset, and let's transform how you perceive improvement as a musician, even when you're not at your beloved piano.

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I get asked all the time, "Lisa, how much should I move my wrists when playing piano?"

My answer is always...  It all depends! 

Some music requires your wrist to be completely still, while some requires a lot of movement to support the phrasing and overall musical line. 

Listen and find out when and where to use wrist motion. 

Tune in, level up your wrist game, and become a true Piano Ninja! 🎹✨ 

Plus, don't miss out on exclusive Black & White Friday discounts  up to 65% off on transformative piano programs through Monday, Nov. 13th.

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I can't overemphasize the importance of doing one thing at a time while you're practicing. Whether it's a suggestion your teacher made or a Piano Ninja Trick you're learning here, you'll accelerate your progress when you learn one skill until it becomes a habit and you don't need to think about it anymore before you add the next thing. 

If you're applying my Piano Ninja Tricks to your practicing, you'll have much longer lasting and faster success when you learn one at a time. 

Want to know the best order to learn them in for the fastest success? The Piano Ninja Tricks Course is discounted $200 this week, for our Black (and White) Friday specials. 

Many other programs are discounted 50%. For pianists and also online programs for classical music lovers who don't necessarily play an instrument. 

Black & White Friday discounts vanish Saturday night, 11/18. 
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