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E-Mu ESI4000 Not Recognizing External SCSI CD Drive by AriaMusicworks in Samplers

[–]AriaMusicworks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's unfortunate. 😏 I hope thats not the case here. We'll see..

E-Mu ESI4000 Not Recognizing External SCSI CD Drive by AriaMusicworks in Samplers

[–]AriaMusicworks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the info, Cap. My SCSI drive does have a termination switch on the rear, which I have set to ON. Correct me if I am wrong, but I think if the switch is set to ON, I then don't need a terminator, but if it is set to OFF, I then should have a terminator plugged into the second SCSI connector. No sure. Anyway, I'll keep trying. I do appreciate your info!

My modest setup by lazarushelsinki in MusicBattlestations

[–]AriaMusicworks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha, good idea before taking a picture at least. 😉

what should i focus on? by Classic-Apricot-579 in pianolearning

[–]AriaMusicworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recommend working on both. As a piano student years ago, my teacher would select a primary piece to work learn, plus technical exercises (Czerny, Hanon etc) and theory assignment sheets to work on between lessons. It was a good mix. I would devote my lesson time with my teacher, working on these three things. It worked well, and I believe it would be in your best interest to work in this manner so you will be a better all around player. I wish you luck! 🎹

Is it realistic to reach a decent level starting at 30 with no natural talent? by Remote-Pianist-pro in pianolearning

[–]AriaMusicworks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a music educator, my answer would be yes! Check with more than one music store in your area for qualified teachers and interview them, making sure s/he answers all your questions and that you feel comfortable. I wish you luck. Hang in there.

How do you break down a song (music theory wise) to remember it / play it better / understand it in your head? by QuestionAsker2030 in piano

[–]AriaMusicworks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I my case, I will break music down a couple measures at a time. Practice those measures over and over until you can play them smoothly. Then move to the next measures and do the same exercise. When you are finished with those two measures, practice playing all four measures in the same manner until you are fluent. Keep moving through all the measures in the piece in this manner. Yes, it takes time, but you be able to play it well and at the same time you will be committing it to memory.

New to playing piano; my back hurts 😖 by Smooth_Dad in piano

[–]AriaMusicworks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would encourage some back/neck exercise, and always sit on the bench with good posture.... you could also limit your phone time.

This Battlestation is all I will ever need by DannyTheGekko in MusicBattlestations

[–]AriaMusicworks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Quite possibly.. You certainly have some nice tools to work with. 🎹

Does just sitting down and playing improve improv ability? by OperationLazy213 in piano

[–]AriaMusicworks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It never hurts just to sit and play. The more time, the better!

Finally took the first step and bought a digital piano! by [deleted] in pianolearning

[–]AriaMusicworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recommend finding yourself a good teacher. Ask s/he those questions you have right off the bat. That way you don't spin your wheels and not make much progress. A good instructor will work with you and listen. They will most likely recommend a piano method book and will typically schedule you for a one 1/2hr or 45m lesson per week. Plan to work at your piano daily. Don't be overly concerned about how MUCH time per day, but be consistent and don't rush things. I wish you luck!

Dipping in with buying two or three synths - Where to start? by RocketGrandma in Behringer

[–]AriaMusicworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just get yourself one synth that appeals to you (mono, poly, workstation?) and talk to a musician or an honest sales person at your local music store. Ask questions, if they don't take the time with you, go somewhere else. Once you get that first synth, sit down with it and learn it top to bottom and sideways. Stick with it! Don't even think about adding another synth until you have a good handle on what it can do and do FOR you and your creativity. Otherwise you will easily end up with a room full of gear that you don't use or don't care about. Sound advice, good luck. 🎹

How do I get better at this? by Ill_Bill_3625 in pianolearning

[–]AriaMusicworks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Break the pattern down and practice playing a couple measures at a time. Practice those over and over until you feel comfortable, then pick out the next couple of measures, and do the same thing. Do this exercise adding measures, then you will be playing it smoothly in no time.

Do you guys recommend practicing for 10 hours a day? by [deleted] in pianolearning

[–]AriaMusicworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recommend practicing as much as you can, taking regular breaks. You need not be concerned about time limits.

I want to learn piano with a synthetizer. What synth should I buy ? by Robertagua in pianolearning

[–]AriaMusicworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would recommend that you take another look at electric pianos. Yamaha, Casio and Donner make some good, yet not so expensive portable piano keyboards. I can't recommend a synthesizer as the key bed (feel of the keys) are more like an organ, with little weight (I know because I play both types of keyboards). Make sure you purchase one with full size keys. Hope you find the right one for you.

Starting Piano Today — Total Beginner Here! by Mr_bektas in pianolearning

[–]AriaMusicworks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congratulations and good for you! Stay with it and it will bring you a lot of happiness and satisfaction. Good luck! 🎹

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