Piano Ninja Tricks Lisa Spector

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 ...

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...

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 th...

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 ...

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...

Discover why there's no such thing as a wrong note, only getting to a wrong note, and learn the most efficient way to accurate, consistent correct notes. Tune in for expert insights and actionable tips to enhance your piano skills and make your playing more consistent and expressive.When you play a note or chord that the composer didn't write, you don't need to correct the note or chord. You need to correct getting to the note or chord. Listen to find out the best place to start when you...