PEDAL WITH YOUR EAR, NOT YOUR FOOT (Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast ep. 25)

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Welcome to Episode 25 of the Piano and Tricks Podcast! In this episode, your host Lisa Spector, aka the Piano Ninja, delves into the fascinating world of piano pedaling just in time for World Piano Day.... the 88th day of the year, March 28, 2024.
Lisa begins by recounting a personal anecdote from her childhood piano lessons and how her perception of pedal criticism shifted over the years. She emphasizes the importance of listening and training one's ear to pedal effectively, rather than relying solely on written pedal markings.
Throughout the episode, Lisa shares her philosophy on pedal technique, debunking common misconceptions and shedding light on the nuanced art of pedaling. From quarter pedals to flutter pedals, she explores various pedal techniques and their applications in different musical contexts.
To provide a visual demonstration, Lisa introduces a video recording of her foot in action as she plays Debussy's "Reflets dans l'eau." This hands-on approach allows listeners to observe firsthand the subtle nuances of pedal control and application.
In addition to pedal tricks, Lisa offers a glimpse into what to expect from her upcoming LIVE Piano Ninja Tricks Mini-Course, including insights on playing fast octaves, efficient fingering, and starting a piece of music with confidence.
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[@vivianamarcellah]

This has been a very helpful lesson for me. Thank you.

[@LisaSpector]

So glad to hear that. Many more valuable lessons coming up at the live Piano Ninja Tricks mini-course starting March 28th! Hope to see you there.
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