The Josh Wright Piano Podcast

On this episode, I was delighted to speak with Monika who runs the openArted podcast, a show dedicated to exploring how we can make our artistic lives more practical, and the personal journeys of discovery we have experience. Thanks for inviting me Monika! Here are some links for more of her material: openARTed podcast is powered by PianoBuffs https://beacons.ai/pianobuffsHost - Monika Lozinskienė https://www.monikapianiste.com/en/about openARTed podcast https://openarted.simplecast.com/ Here are some links to more resources to help your piano playing: View Josh's new FREE webinar training, "10 Unusual Tips To Take Your Playing To The NEXT LEVEL!": https://event.webinarjam.com/register/2/24no6sl View Josh's premiere course, ProPractice Lifetime Access, and get instant access to every previous and future ProPractice video, forever! https://joshwrightpiano.teachable.com/p/propractice-lifetime-access View the VIP MasterClass Series here, featuring videos not seen on YouTube: https://joshwrightpiano.teachable.com/p/vip-piano-masterclass-series To view ALL of the gear Josh uses, click here: http://kit.co/joshwrightpiano

This audio is from a recent guest appearance on the “All Keyed Up” podcast, hosted by Ben Kapilow. To view more of his podcast, click here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-keyed-up/id1552658377. Josh Wright, Billboard #1 Artist and digital course creator, talks about entrepreneurialism and how it overlaps with teaching piano. Topics discussed include Josh's online courses, the influences he's had from listening to business podcasts and reading business books, branding, marketing, ways to think about target audiences, and the value of being innovative and finding a niche. Listeners of All Keyed Up can receive 20% off of Josh's digital courses by entering promo code "podcast". To view Josh’s online courses, website, and gear, please visit https://linktr.ee/JoshWrightPiano

In this episode, we address the question of whether it is advisable to attend music school in your 30’s after only playing piano for a short time. What are the advantages and disadvantages? Is there a better path that will maximize learning? To view Josh’s online courses, website, and gear, please visit https://linktr.ee/JoshWrightPiano

In this podcast, we discuss some of the advantages and disadvantages of competing in piano competitions. I had the opportunity to compete since I was 9 years old, and I’ve learned many valuable lessons over the years from doing so. However, competitions are not always beneficial, especially if you have the wrong mindset going into a competition. I hope the points presented in this podcast can help if you’re considering competing! To view Josh’s online courses, website, and gear, please visit https://linktr.ee/JoshWrightPiano

In this episode, we discuss improving your mindset at the piano by removing negative self-talk and limiting thoughts, and replacing them with mantras such as “Go fast...not hard. Effortless speed. No resistance.” This is somewhat of an abstract thing to talk about when improving piano technique, but I have seen drastic results in my own playing when adopting these practices. I hope it helps you in your studies! For links to my webinar, website, social media platforms, free trainings, gear, and other resources, click here: https://linktr.ee/JoshWrightPiano

In this episode, we discuss how to deal with competition among siblings or spouses in regards to piano studies. Should the same repertoire be played by multiple family members at the same time? What are some ways we could thrive as a family in our piano studies without causing resentment, jealousy, or discouragement, since each person progresses at a different pace? How should we deal with piano competitions and recitals? I hope the information in this podcast can help if multiple members of your household play the piano!

In this throwback episode, we discuss what it takes to become a concert pianist, including the realities of such a career, the uncertainty, the difficulties, and also the gratification and rewarding nature of creating music for a living. I hope you find it helpful if you are considering a career in music! Link for YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rDvQ0T2bPw For links to my webinar, website, social media platforms, free trainings, gear, and other resources, click here: https://linktr.ee/JoshWrightPiano

In this podcast episode requested by Sophie, we discuss the technical regimen I followed when I was younger, including the various books and exercises I worked on to establish a good foundation with piano technique. I also discuss other discoveries I’ve made through years of teaching. I hope you find the suggestions in this episode helpful and insightful.

In this podcast episode, we answer a question from Massimo, who asked about how to get rid of tension in Alberti bass figurations in the left hand. I’ve seen many students struggle with Alberti bass, and each of them has solved his or her issues by using the advice presented here - the solution is quite simple and effective. Examples are given from Czerny Etude Op.299 No.10, Mozart Sonata in C major K545, and Mozart Sonata in F major K332. I hope this helps in your studies of pieces that contain Alberti bass. Make sure to subscribe to the Josh Wright Piano Podcast on your favorite podcast platform!

In this throwback episode, we discuss a question I’ve received many times over the years from my social media audience. How do I go about teaching my first piano lesson? Is there a good method book to follow? How should I incorporate technical exercises? I hope the tips offered in this video can help if you’re interested in teaching piano! Link for YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HQOEs4oo19k For links to my webinar, website, social media platforms, free trainings, gear, and other resources, click here: https://linktr.ee/JoshWrightPiano