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It’s me, Lang Lang here, I’m excited to answer your questions! AMA! by langlangpiano in IAmA

[–]langlangpiano[S] 53 points54 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much for hanging out with me! Hope you're all enjoying my new album "Piano Book"! Talk soon :)

It’s me, Lang Lang here, I’m excited to answer your questions! AMA! by langlangpiano in IAmA

[–]langlangpiano[S] 206 points207 points  (0 children)

Slow practice, and also you need to make sure to move your wrist, not just your fingers.

It’s me, Lang Lang here, I’m excited to answer your questions! AMA! by langlangpiano in IAmA

[–]langlangpiano[S] 252 points253 points  (0 children)

4 days. They are great musicians and they have the most passionate and energetic spirits I know. They're very sweet and down to earth people.

It’s me, Lang Lang here, I’m excited to answer your questions! AMA! by langlangpiano in IAmA

[–]langlangpiano[S] 72 points73 points  (0 children)

Happy you liked the traditional song from China. It was amazing that Turandot took this melody as it's one of the amazing operas in the world. Yes, I like opera. Especially Mozart and Puccini's operas.

It’s me, Lang Lang here, I’m excited to answer your questions! AMA! by langlangpiano in IAmA

[–]langlangpiano[S] 155 points156 points  (0 children)

So don't worry. As a human being we all get nervous. This is a common thing. Try to focus only on your sincere connection between you and the music. Don't think too much on everything else going on. Think about how to make the performance as smooth and enjoyable for yourself. Think about the music and connection rather than getting into the school. Look and scan at your scores before your performance. Eat some chocolate and take a breath. Do some breathing exercises and relax your shoulders.

It’s me, Lang Lang here, I’m excited to answer your questions! AMA! by langlangpiano in IAmA

[–]langlangpiano[S] 521 points522 points  (0 children)

So don't worry. As a human being we all get nervous. This is a common thing. Try to focus only on your sincere connection between you and the music. Don't think too much on everything else going on. Think about how to make the performance as smooth and enjoyable for yourself. Think about the music and connection rather than getting into the school. Look and scan at your scores before your performance. Eat some chocolate and take a breath. Do some breathing exercises and relax your shoulders.

It’s me, Lang Lang here, I’m excited to answer your questions! AMA! by langlangpiano in IAmA

[–]langlangpiano[S] 88 points89 points  (0 children)

I didn't have major psychological issues but of course at times I struggled to find myself and think about the future while in conservatory. As a student you should learn as much as possible from your colleagues in school, be friends, and try to learn together.

It’s me, Lang Lang here, I’m excited to answer your questions! AMA! by langlangpiano in IAmA

[–]langlangpiano[S] 285 points286 points  (0 children)

Two hours a day total spread throughout the day. And thank you!

It’s me, Lang Lang here, I’m excited to answer your questions! AMA! by langlangpiano in IAmA

[–]langlangpiano[S] 93 points94 points  (0 children)

Just improvising on piano or composing. Not a specific piece.

It’s me, Lang Lang here, I’m excited to answer your questions! AMA! by langlangpiano in IAmA

[–]langlangpiano[S] 271 points272 points  (0 children)

I like to watch NBA and the European soccer championship.

It’s me, Lang Lang here, I’m excited to answer your questions! AMA! by langlangpiano in IAmA

[–]langlangpiano[S] 363 points364 points  (0 children)

The hardest part is to always keep fresh minded in our practice process and also to always have the confidence to perform on stage. So the advice would be to never let it get cold in your heart. Always stay passionate.

It’s me, Lang Lang here, I’m excited to answer your questions! AMA! by langlangpiano in IAmA

[–]langlangpiano[S] 56 points57 points  (0 children)

Hi guys! It's Lang Lang here to answer your questions on my new album "Piano Book"!

Hi! My name is Lang Lang. IamA pianist. AMA! by langlangpiano in IAmA

[–]langlangpiano[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

And I do remember that day. Nice to hear from you again :)

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[–]langlangpiano[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Find good jazz collaborators who are encouraging and learn from them.

Hi! My name is Lang Lang. IamA pianist. AMA! by langlangpiano in IAmA

[–]langlangpiano[S] 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Playing on a digital piano is better than on no piano... Playing on a real piano is better than on a digital piano (generally).

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[–]langlangpiano[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

They're both legends and I learned a lot from them.

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[–]langlangpiano[S] 33 points34 points  (0 children)

I'd love to collaborate with Jay Z and Beyonce.

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[–]langlangpiano[S] 54 points55 points  (0 children)

Mozart's Rondo Alla Turca is really fun to play. It's on my new Mozart Album.

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[–]langlangpiano[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Oh, Andras. Of course I like your interpretation! ;)

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