Piano Technique

Classical Music

Chopin’s Grande Polonaise Brillante: A Journey Through Technical Brilliance
ByJil November 14, 2025March 16, 2026

I’m excited to share my latest video recording of Chopin’s Grande Polonaise Brillante from the Andante Spianato et Grande Polonaise Brillante, Op. 22. This spectacular work showcases both Chopin’s compositional genius and the virtuosic demands he placed on pianists.

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Practice Tips

Fast Practicing Gives Slow Results, Slow Practicing Gives Fast Results
ByJil October 19, 2025March 16, 2026

I recently came across a quote from pianist Palavia Mahidhare that stopped me in my tracks: “Fast practicing gives slow results, and slow practicing gives fast results.” She practices eighty percent of her repertoire slowly, and I couldn’t agree more.

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