Monthly Archives: April 2009

A Few of My Favorite Things

Many times when I introduce a song to my intermediate and advanced piano students, I tell them about the first time I remember hearing the song we are about to explore. Almost every time, the recording that influenced my concept … Continue reading

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Thoughts on Meditation

Today, we come to the end of my Bossa nova blog post series. I hope that you have enjoyed learning about, and listening to, the music of this wonderful genre as much as I have. Needless to say, there are … Continue reading

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A Morning of Carnival Along the Road to Rio

It was during my senior year in high school when my friend Dan Harrison played me a recording by Vince Guaraldi that featured Brazilian guitarist Bola Sete.This 1963 album focused on Bossa novas. The album followed Guaraldi’s 1962 release, Jazz … Continue reading

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