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Someone bangs out a tune on the piano
Tuesday, Jul 15, 2008 9:00PM / Standard Entry / music / Members only
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My child playing piano.

The piece is "In the Hall of the Mountain King" by Edvard Grieg, arranged by James Bastien.

Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYFm0tO4gFM

Don't tell me it's not perfect!

This girl still has a positive attitude towards piano and practicing. She'll often play her old songs; pieces that she's already passed - and I never ask her to do that!

The keys on the Wurlitzer are a little "heavy." Is that the right word? One needs to press harder on them than they would have to on, say, a Yamaha, to achieve the intended sound. It fits this girl because she's got some strength in her fingers, hands and arms. Still, she needs to learn to relax at the keys.

She's been at it for nearly 16 months. I'm happy with her progress. A good teacher makes such the difference!

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Melly
posted on Thursday, Jul 24, 2008 1:37AM [Report]

Aw, cute!
Happybunny
posted on Saturday, Jul 19, 2008 2:32AM [Report]

(Suddenly remember I hadn't seen this video cos couldn't play it out loud while at work the other day)

Round of applause for this talented pianist. You must be so proud of her. I like this song alot...bit creepy but rather interesting & exciting.

I have always regretted not carry on learning piano, gave up after a few months when I was little. Ah, not sure if Little Bunny is up for it!?
Seeker-09
posted on Friday, Jul 18, 2008 7:39AM [Report]

That's a great video! She's doing really well after a relatively short time period. Hope she'll continue to enjoy it. :)
R_A_I_N_A
posted on Friday, Jul 18, 2008 5:39AM [Report]

this song... it came out on...
this movie...
it was friggin scary..

shoot... grrrrrrrrrr

hold on.. let me think..

FUNNY GAMES!.. YES
that movie was friggin awesome
JoanneSanderson
posted on Thursday, Jul 17, 2008 7:17PM [Report]

That's a damned hard piece to play, she's doing well.
Cloudz7
posted on Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 6:45PM [Report]

hehe cute...Effort was definitely put in
Flagday
posted on Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 5:14PM [Report]

Absolutely perfect! The key is her liking it. Work doesn't seem like work when you're having fun.
Boon
posted on Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 1:19PM [Report]

I used to play the piano but i my teacher always fell asleep at my lessons.
acid_jacque
posted on Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 9:14AM [Report]

wow - i enjoyed it! she is good, she sure do mummy proud! =D
sirendipity
posted on Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 9:14AM [Report]

Hey, that's pretty good! You must be so proud of her. =)
smeLLyphant37
posted on Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 8:34AM [Report]

Great job!!!
Jaine
posted on Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 6:20AM [Report]

great!!
I'd be a proud mum too!
butter
posted on Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 5:23AM [Report]

Look at those fingers go :) Nice that she has such a great attitude towards learning.
smchan
posted on Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 5:19AM [Report]

Wonderful! So great that she enjoys practicing and playing. My husband never appreciated his lessons as a child until now. Let's hope our kids have the same dedication and talent as your daughter!
nobleterry
posted on Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 4:21AM [Report]

NICE!!! So nice that you have live entertainment every night. I agree...good teachers do make a difference.
lou
posted on Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 3:49AM [Report]

The little fingers are so cute! Is it T who is playing?
iggypuffygirl
posted on Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 3:35AM [Report]

Very good! Your girl has nice long fingers :)

I started learning piano in grade 8 and stopped in grade 12... never really had an interest and my hands are tiny so it was a struggle to reach just one octave!
unwoundclock
posted on Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 3:17AM [Report]

youre making your little girl play piano.. thats so asian lolz.. my mom made me too.. actually because my older brother wanted to and my mom made me take lessons also...

its pretty good for someone whos been learning for 16 mths..

shes going to be really good if she keeps at it.. dont let her get lazy when she practices.. everyone hates practice, but thats how you get better..
amy_sycheng
posted on Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 1:56AM [Report]

Cool! I wonder when Amelie can play a "complete" song with her violin. You must be so happy and proud of your girl.
The piano is very classic and elegant!
AsianChick100
posted on Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 12:51AM [Report]

good for her!

yeah, the keys on my piano were heavy too... the teacher told me it's better because it trains your hands/ fingers. the only piano mrAC and i have now is the one in the musty piano room down at our clubhouse... the keys are outta tune and the piano is just old. =/