Overview

So, you play piano. Now what?Every proficient pianist can master technique, musical theory, and muscle memory. But to evolve into a remarkable pianist requires more than reading sheet music and playing scales. You've practiced the library of classical music and improved your skill. Now elevate your playing to transcend melody and tell a story that reaches the hearts of your listeners-not just their ears. Esteemed pianist Emile Pandolfi shares his holistic philosophy that harmonizes method and mindset to help you mature into a well-rounded musician beyond training and music lessons. A light-hearted and humorous guide for any serious piano student, Play It Like You Mean It teaches you how to musically communicate through every chord and make your music resonate more passionately with your listeners-for an encore-worthy performance each time you play. You'll discover: How to effectively infuse emotion and dynamics into basic and higher-level techniques. A complete approach to memorizing a new piece-and overcoming stage fright to wow the crowd (or living room). Life lessons to dig yourself out of the doldrums and rekindle lost inspiration. Three essential ingredients for honing natural aural acumen so you can play by ear, improvise, and arrange. The beginners' course into a commercial music career, from easy programming tips to creative income ideas. Change your mind and change your playing with this piano student's constant companion. Get Play It Like You Mean It to learn the language of piano and speak through every push of the keys.

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...a staggering work that covers everything with words of wisdom on music. -Ron Moss, Musicians Services Inc. It is rare, indeed, to hear a pianist who plays with such passion and grace. Unprecedented in its teaching, Emile shares with us his closely guarded secrets of pianism that have traditionally only been handed down from Master to Apprentice. A must read for pianists young and old! Feel free to tweak or rewrite as appropriate. Much love -James Fallon, multiplatinum engineer, producer and composer, editor of over 7 textbooks at The Juilliard School. This is a deceptively easy read-the communication conveys delight, but it is not lite . There is substantial food for musical thought, with building blocks for the budding musician, as well as welcomed ideas and inspiration for the seasoned performer. -Ruby Morgan, Emerita Professor of Piano, Furman University This beautiful artistic work provides innovative insight into the artistic nature and human passion of piano performance. Through unique lessons, tips and suggestions, piano performance is heightened to new levels of enthusiasm and passion. This book is a necessity for piano students at all levels of study. -Marty G. Richards, Ph.D

...a staggering work that covers everything with words of wisdom on music. -Ron Moss, Musicians Services Inc. It is rare, indeed, to hear a pianist who plays with such passion and grace. Unprecedented in its teaching, Emile shares with us his closely guarded secrets of pianism that have traditionally only been handed down from Master to Apprentice. A must read for pianists young and old! Feel free to tweak or rewrite as appropriate. Much love -James Fallon, multiplatinum engineer, producer and composer, editor of over 7 textbooks at The Juilliard School. This is a deceptively easy read-the communication conveys delight, but it is not lite . There is substantial food for musical thought, with building blocks for the budding musician, as well as welcomed ideas and inspiration for the seasoned performer. -Ruby Morgan, Emerita Professor of Piano, Furman University This beautiful artistic work provides innovative insight into the artistic nature and human passion of piano performance. Through unique lessons, tips and suggestions, piano performance is heightened to new levels of enthusiasm and passion. This book is a necessity for piano students at all levels of study. -Marty G. Richards, Ph.D [This book] shows readers how to play those keys not just by ear but also by heart. If you love playing the piano, this book is for you..... Regardless of your playing level, your objective is to play with meaning and passion, with finesse in translating those keys to sound...invaluable lessons presented here. -Vincent Dublado for Readers' Favorite, 5-star review

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"Emile Pandolfi is a professional pianist and entertainer with over 40 years of performance experience. One of the top-selling pianists in the music industry, he has recorded and released over 30 albums, including one with the City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra (Czech Republic). Since his first release in 1991, Emile has sold over 4.5 million copies nationally and reached more than half a billion collective streams online.Throughout his career, Emile has performed hundreds of concerts with thousands of fans in attendance, including performances at St. Mark's Square in Venice, the Catherine Winter Palace in St. Petersburg, Liverpool Cathedral, and Sydney Opera House in Australia. While intricate arrangements of Broadway and pop standards make up the majority of his performance repertoire, his influences remain more classical than pop. It is his subjective layering of classical style, which he infuses into the broad palette of his performance selections, that continues to resonate with audiences everywhere.Although serious about his playing, Emile is never serious about himself and believes that every moment at the piano should be one of joy. While his audience is treated to a brilliant musical performance, they are also entertained by Emile's charming, light-hearted sense of humor and outgoing personality.""The world's greatest pianist, living or dead!""(Grandma Pandolfi at her 92nd birthday)From his early performances on cruise ships, in piano lounges, and in the recording studio to his current solo performance career in concert halls, Emile has used his music to create an intimate and powerful emotional connection for those listening.Today, Emile continues to write original songs and arrangements for his fans to stream. He lives in Greenville, South Carolina, with his wife Judy."

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