Jay Chou’s Piano Learning Journey
“When I was little I played the piano, I sometimes felt happy and sometimes felt pressure. Later on, I started to learnt the cello, but afterwards I didn’t go to take the exam. So I stopped playing the piano and cello for a period of time. But privately I still played some pop songs […]
Clarity – Zedd ft. Foxes Acoustic Cover by Hark Music
Debut collaboration by Hark Music Pop Piano Coach Joann Tan and Student Performer Farah Erfina. Enjoy!
He did it in just 6 months!
6 months ago, Nicholas had completely zero background in the playing the piano. But now he is able to play and sing a complete song! “I never thought that I could sing and play a complete song during the breakthrough performance in just 6 months of learning the pop piano.” Find out […]
What a way to end 2013!
What a way to end off 2013 for Hark Music!Our coaches and performers were invited to perform in the Countdown Party at The Promontory@Marina to usher in 2014. A live interview with Mediacorp Channel 8’s 6.30pm News. Coach Chriz and Michael performed live for a short preview to TV viewers! Few shots of their performances! Watch […]
Best Music Apps (iOS and Android)
Isn’t it great to have few of the best music apps in our mobile devices? With the vast selection out there, we understand it could be confusing! Here, we are going to share some of the useful apps which we think it’s good to have! ********** FOR SINGING ********** 天籁K歌 (Available for iOS […]
What is the difference of an instructor and a coach?
In one of our previous post, we shared about Passive vs Active Learner – “How to get the most out of your learning experience!” (Click to read the post). In this short post, we’re doing a quick review of various types of teachers. We have worked with many music educators and we don’t fancy those who just […]
What is Pop Piano?
People are always puzzled and confused…“What’s the difference between pop piano and ‘normal’ piano lessons? Just the song choices?” No, there’s more to it! Here, we share with you the 4 major differences. You learn by listening, not reading. In classical way of learning, you learn by reading notation (aka 5-lines scores or stave readings). This […]
A different person… More confident, more positive!
He wanted to learn how to play the piano in the pop way – not needing to rely on scores, playing more from senses and able to accompany his singing, just like Jay Chou, JJ-Lin! Having classical music background could not help him achieve his intended goals, therefore he needed to get some answers… Mervin […]
Get the most out of your learning experience!
If you want to gain the most out of your experience as a learner, ask yourself – who would you want to be: A quick look into Passive vs Active Learner: A Passive Learner Simply taking in what the teacher told you Copying notes without thinking into own context and understanding Can regurgitate what […]
8 Tips to ensure you do your best on the big day!
Auditions or Performances can be nerve-wrecking for many. You may sing or play well at the comfort of your practice room but on the big day itself, you just can’t deliver your best. Here are some tips to prep you for the big day: 1. Make sure you practice your song well […]