creativity

Break Free from Sheet Music: Learn to Play the Piano Freely

Break Free from Sheet Music: Learn to Play the Piano Freely

Here at Piano Picnic, we believe in teaching adults to play the piano freely, without the constraints of traditional sheet music.

With our step-by-step curriculum of 2-minute lessons, even total beginners can quickly unlock their musical potential and embark on an exciting journey of self-discovery. Join us as we explore the vibrant world of Piano Picnic and learn to play it like you mean it!

What is a strong song and how do I write one?

What is a strong song and how do I write one?

The best way to learn how to write a song, is to learn what makes a ‘strong song’. This is essentially learning the rules of songwriting - as evidenced by the strong songs of history, so that you can choose which to follow and which to break.

How songwriting will make you a better musician.

How songwriting will make you a better musician.

Even if you’ve never even thought about writing your own songs - today we’re going to look at how the act of songwriting benefits you as a musician, in a way that few other processes can.

How to flow effortlessly on the piano.

How to flow effortlessly on the piano.

The ability to effortlessly flow across the piano keys without stopping is a technique that requires practise, patience and a couple secrets.

How to have more fun playing piano!

How to have more fun playing piano!

Are you enjoying what you’re playing? Are you getting that *𝖒𝖆𝖌𝖎𝖈* feeling that we all chase in our musical journey? Here’s how to purposefully find that feeling for yourself.

What is meditative or 'ambient' piano music?

What is meditative or 'ambient' piano music?

What is meditative piano? Learn what it is, where it came from, what it sounds like and why it’s the perfect way to begin improvising on piano!

How is Piano Picnic different to other methods?

How is Piano Picnic different to other methods?

Learn what makes the Piano Picnic style of learning different to the rest. If you haven’t done a course with me yet, this is the perfect introduction to what to expect, who’s suited to my courses, and the ethos behind my unique teaching style!

Celebrating 4 years of teaching creative piano online!

Celebrating 4 years of teaching creative piano online!

When I started Piano Picnic, I knew that I wanted to teach the creative piano skills that seldom are taught… I always wondered why I couldn’t find a teacher to teach me these skills – the old school of thought being that you should train for a decade with the traditional method before branching out. But creative training is not exclusive to advanced pianists…

5 Tips for Songwriting on Piano!

5 Tips for Songwriting on Piano!

When I studied at University for my music degree, I was taught from the get-go that everything there is in music to do, has already been done.

Like the saying, “there’s nothing new under the sun” – though we get excited about people putting a new twist on an idea, there is a distinct lack of completely original ideas these days.

Unleash your creativity at the keys!

Unleash your creativity at the keys!

If you want to unleash your creativity at the keys you want to do all of those things and more, then you need to learn more about chords and their jobs than you currently know!