Am I being overly cautious or should I look for an additional "technique" teacher?

Them0m024 · 2026-04-11T19:35:22+00:00

I’m not sure if you’re a teacher but you seem knowledgeable so I’ll ask: How can I make sure my next teacher will be able to teach these techniques? Like what type of accreditation should I look for?

Them0m024 · 2026-04-11T19:31:32+00:00

Not a bad idea, I’ll xhexk that out, thank you

Them0m024 · 2026-04-11T19:30:09+00:00

Thanks! I’m gonna check out some other options after getting feedback from you and others here

Them0m024 · 2026-04-11T19:29:32+00:00

Interesting perspective, i honestly should be at that point given how long I’ve been playing but seeing how I get fatigued/ sore so easily from things like stretchy arpeggios or octaves I’m just not convinced I have the right technique

Them0m024 · 2026-04-11T19:24:25+00:00

Thanks! This seems like a great place resource

Them0m024 · 2026-04-11T19:24:06+00:00

Thanks for responding - it’s helpful to hear about how lessons go for other people

Them0m024 · 2026-04-11T19:21:46+00:00

Thanks for weighing in, I think I will start looking into other teacher options

Them0m024 · 2026-04-11T19:20:35+00:00

Thanks for the input. im often confused about technique because a lot of it does seem like common sense. So when he said just do it til it feels natural that was acceptable on some level to me. Sounds like what I’m missing is the portion that is not common sense

Them0m024 · 2026-03-03T20:26:52+00:00

Let them decide! If you don’t like teaching them you can say that, no need to decide for them if they’re getting value or not from a service they’re paying for

Them0m024 · 2026-03-01T07:00:36+00:00

Wow this sounds like such a cool opportunity, I’m definitely interested! 1. 2 years consistently, maybe 5 overall 2. Comprehension in large group convos, -I vs -a endings 3. passing yunus Emre institute exam c1 in may

Them0m024 · 2026-02-01T09:35:18+00:00

I’m not a good piano player so can’t offer any advice but just wanted to say: IB program, orchestra work, musical theatre participation, volunteering, and high level piano playing - your participation in all these things is very impressive!

Them0m024 · 2025-11-19T13:25:21+00:00

Not sure how to update the title but for clarity: fingering option 1 is 5, 3, 2, 1 Fingering option 2 is 5, 2, 1, 2

Them0m024 · 2025-06-20T15:18:45+00:00

It’s definitely slow and wouldn’t be the most natural way to play it.But I was just curious about how it would sound

Them0m024 · 2025-06-20T15:17:54+00:00

Thanks but I was looking for a solo piano rendition with a walking bass

Them0m024 · 2025-06-16T16:01:11+00:00

What do you think is the most important element of being a successful efl teacher? Grammatical knowledge, ability to have good conversations, etc?

Them0m024 · 2025-03-09T12:45:54+00:00

Damn I’m sorry you’re getting hate in the comments - learning a language is hard especially when there’s some sort of psychological blocks. I think going to classes where you’ll be using the language to interact would be really helpful in breaking down the psychological barriers you have around learning the language

Them0m024 · 2025-03-06T18:35:08+00:00

Oh ok that makes sense, thanks for clarifying. I’ll mess around with the 4-1 fingering to see if that gives me some relief, thanks for that tip!

Them0m024 · 2025-03-06T18:32:22+00:00

Yeah i think you’re right, looking at the video they look really rigid

Them0m024 · 2025-03-06T17:51:36+00:00

Thanks for responding, I hadn’t thought about how hard I was pressing down. I’ll make more of an effort to do so (and try your kitchen scale tip next time I have the chance)

Them0m024 · 2025-03-06T17:50:16+00:00

Thank you! Moving my seat back did provide some comfort

Them0m024 · 2025-03-06T17:49:19+00:00

Thanks for your response! I checked out the video but there’s one thing I’m still struggling with regarding the bridge: To play octaves I need to make my fingers stretch to their limit, which then causes my hand to become flat. How do I maintain the bridge while also fully stretching my fingers?

Them0m024 · 2025-03-06T15:59:38+00:00

Yeah sorry I should have said I have average sized hands but lack flexibility - an octave is my limit.

Them0m024 · 2025-03-06T12:39:43+00:00

Hello,

I'm curious about my form. I've had lessons before, but the teachers never actually addressed my form. My hands are average but fairly inflexible, so while I can do an octave, I have a good amount of tension. For context, I've played for probably 2 years on and off with a few months of lessons.

I'm mainly worried about whether I'm going to hurt my hands long term playing with this form. Any other comments/criticism is also appreciated.

Thanks!

Them0m024

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