The 7 Most Dangerous Piano Myths - Debunked! Myth No. 1: You Can Become a Piano Virtuoso in 3 Months

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This is the 1st episode from my new Myth series. It is focused on the most resilient and destructive myth of our modern times: the belief that it is possible to become a good pianist (and even a virtuoso) in only a couple of months. Being rooted in ignorance (and our desire for instant gratification), this 'fast-food' mentality is the 'one myth that rules them all', and the source of many other harmful misconceptions. Watch the video to discover how things really work, where TRUE fulfillment comes from - and how to build stellar piano skills!
Video highlights:
00:00. Did you know that more than 90% of piano players don't move past the beginner stage?
00:41. Introducing the new Myth series!
01:25. What is a myth? My mission and the purpose of this series.
02:33. The structure of each video.
02:43. Myth No. 1: You Can Become a Piano Virtuoso in 3 Months! The 'piano hamburger'.
03:33. Myth Origin. Desire, superheroes... and a Tom & Jerry illustration!
04:59. Reality. (Spoiler: no magic pills have been harmed in the process!)
05:37. The maximum we can learn in a couple of weeks/months.
06:09. Information is not enough: we need transformation! The 'teamwork' involved in piano playing.
07:16. Why it takes time to form serious skills.
07:55. How much time do we really need to form good piano skills?
08:41. Why do you play music? Real love is for life - so time is not an issue!
09:17. Let's take a look at a related myth: Learning the notes equals mastering the piece! A 'Moonlight Sonata' illustration.
10:19. Why is learning the notes not enough? A Hamlet illustration.
11:57. Is note-only playing really satisfying? The facts tell us otherwise.
12:23. Myth Dangers.
13:06. Time and effort waster.
13:49. Technical/muscular problems.
15:15. Aural problems.
16:19. Expressionless playing.
17:21. Poor analytical skills, insufficient knowledge.
18:17. Inefficient practice habits.
18:43. Frustration and disappointment. What is the real purpose of practicing an art?
20:00. A few words on freedom.
21:27. Solutions.
24:44. Where to find the next 6 episodes from the Myth series.
25:34. Conclusion.
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@callmeenzy5715 Жыл бұрын

13 mins... i had to stop and really reevaluate my life. To be honest, i don't even know where the idea of me playing piano came about. If i was inspired or not or a sense of pressure by my parents to make them proud or to gain recognition and acceptance or feel superior over those who put my soul to the dirt. This reminds me of Plato's Allegory of the Cave. The illusion of life and what we believe. Living inside the cave when theres a whole world outside of our knowledge. Like how do you know theres more to know if what you are shown is limited and not encouraged? The 3 mental complexity, our immunity to change, taking 5 steps backwards instead of 10 steps forward.. Man everything that i recieve, i really got to question it. It was a habit i used to had but school took that away. I don't even recognize myself anyone. I'd love nothing more to play piano but theres so much that i want to do as well. Why is that? Am i ambitious or is there another spell at work? Am i even asking the right questions haha.. jeez its almost a paradox but i didn't mean to vent. I have to unlearn alot of shit and what i thought was a path for me to take was another fools gold. Im only 21 years old and just full of mistakes. To be more honest, i don't think i ever had a moment in my life where i truly felt inspired to chase something. I dont want to be just a number on a statistical chart.. comfort is weird. Its a "bad" choice to make but also you want comfort when playing piano for more fluent playing. Balance. Idk i guess i have to go back to the drawing board again.. man i didnt know it was gon be this hard and with nobody to give me insight like you.. its lonely here. I got nobody who thinks or has knowledge that can expand my knowledge or just conversations that really test ourselves of what is real and how much we really know is true. Its like they repeat words, thoughts, habits, lifestyle like a plague and it takes away our individuality and our ability to reason and or to critically think. Being creative is difficult. Changing is difficult. Long term fulfillment seems like an impossible goal. I wonder... how many neo can really exist and if like cypher, go back and pleasure the system by going back and teaching these short term solutions/gratification to blind those truth seekers in the age of information, and make sure we stay loyal to their rules, the false enlightenment, the shortcuts, the deception, the works of cognitive biases and fallacies, is it really fair that we are struggling? Where now more than ever we are lonelier? Yeah im just a crazy person i guess.. i wish everyone on their journey to learn piano a fulfilling time. This was difficult for the new ego i was making... Thank you. And i really do mean that. Now... time to finish the video. I do hope this get lost lol

@Holzmolz88 2 жыл бұрын

I love that you always show how NOT to do it aswell. That's where my brain shouts "Hey, these are the trash sounds I can relate to!". Finally i truly see and understand some mistakes. Thanks a lot!

@pianocareer 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! I'm really happy that this video was helpful! ;)

@JS45678 3 жыл бұрын

The most honest Piano Instructor on KZfaq (and the most highly educated in the field of Behavioral Psychology!) Thank you for such a wonderfully honest and comprehensive lecture. 👏🎹

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, John! :)))

@kaydenjase6917 2 жыл бұрын

You all prolly dont give a damn but does anyone know a way to log back into an Instagram account..? I somehow lost the login password. I would appreciate any assistance you can offer me!

@EaglesVision999 3 жыл бұрын

I want to say thank you very much you helped me alot. I sat down and wrote your entire notes on my notebook. Hello from Armenia we love Russian culture. 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗😁

@DavidConnors 2 жыл бұрын

"The mind and the hearing are not involved or just helpless witnesses in the random results our fingers produce." 😂 Great line!

@alexotterleimusicandsound2151 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your wonderful, most valuable insights, Ilinca! Not to mention the hilarious Hamlet recital (first version, that is) :-)

@Nico-rn1gv 3 жыл бұрын

She's back!

@davidoneill913 2 жыл бұрын

You make a lot of sense ,thank you .

@donkeyfacekilla1 3 жыл бұрын

Love your wisdom! Thank you so much for your wonderful videos.

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Thank you for your appreciation! :)

@nedflanders3159 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this! Truly inspiring.

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome, Walter! Thank you for watching! :)

@lisakowalchuk4660 Жыл бұрын

I'm subscribed to this video series and am already finding they are extremely helpful!! Your explanations are revolutionizing how I think about playing piano, and teaching me so much about the sources of the problems in my playing. Thank you, Ilinca!! I'm hopeful that I can gradually correct and improve, as an adult-beginner (I'm just 4 years into learning piano).

@pianocareer Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Lisa! I'm really happy that you are enjoying the Myth series! :)))

@inhorama338 Жыл бұрын

Your videos are wonderful, thank you very much for sharing your deep knowledge !

@pianocareer Жыл бұрын

You are very welcome! Thank you for your appreciation! 😊

@bikedawg 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent advice and demonstration of mistakes most beginners make!

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it! :)

@GUPRPEET-Singh 3 жыл бұрын

Where have u been all this time? you Uploaded this video after a long gap. Good to see u back👍

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Gurpreet! :) As I mention in all my videos, I dedicate my entire time to PianoCareerAcademy (where I post new tutorials on a weekly basis). KZfaq is something I only do from time to time, when I manage to fit it in :).

@tomgnau 3 жыл бұрын

I've been trying to play for two years, and this is the best piano video I've seen on You Tube. Thank you.

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, T G! I'm really happy that this video was helpful! ;)

@PianoforPleasure 3 жыл бұрын

So glad to have you back - a great video here! The right mindset is so so important when practicing piano. When I get frustrated with my slow progress (and I’ve been playing for 10+ years), I keep repeating myself that mastering piano is a lifetime journey and that what makes it super fun too! I guess the concept of 10,000 hours applies to piano just like to everything else in life that requires deliberate practice!

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! :) The 10,000 hours concept is true - but what makes it work is QUALITY (focused, deliberate, serious practice). I met a lot of players who have been practicing incorrectly for many years, being stuck as a result, and not making much progress. If we combine mindful practice + a good progressive method + TIME, great results are inevitable! I talk more about this in episode No. 6 of the Myth series :).

@PianoforPleasure 3 жыл бұрын

@@pianocareer great thank you, I’ll check our episode 6 too!

@107bw 3 жыл бұрын

You're an amazing teacher

@find_me8830 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, i'll check out the other myths

@GUPRPEET-Singh 3 жыл бұрын

10:29 your metaphors are always great

@Olesia_Kurilo 8 ай бұрын

Дорогая!!! Спасибо огромное, что Ты не стесняешься и говоришь про уровень за нотами, про трансформацию и даже духовность❤❤❤ Все только говорят, какие клавиши нажимать. И это скучно!! А у Тебя очень широкий кругозор. Твои видео это именно то, что я искала

@pianocareer 8 ай бұрын

Spasibo bol’shoe, Olesia! 🥰 So happy you are enjoying my videos!

@brianlavery2249 3 жыл бұрын

great explanations!

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! ;)

@openminded___7262 3 жыл бұрын

Im so thankful to you for making these videos, i played the basics of piano for 2 years and then realised i loved it and practiced a lot for a year and took more serious lessons , due to some issues i didnt practice that much and left the music school i attended , and just took some basic lessons for a year , then covid started and during this year i barely took any lessons ,i finally realised i want to do piano professionaly but im 16 and almost finishing school , i want to be dedicated and i hope i can achieve my dream one day my only fear is that maybe im too old to achieve it profesionaly , watching your videos makes me think of my first teacher that told me all these things ,you are great keep going❤

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! Good luck, and I hope you fulfill all your musical dreams! :)))

@openminded___7262 3 жыл бұрын

@@pianocareer ❤❤

@ArjanvsTheWorld 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! :)

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Hi everyone! You can find a detailed video breakdown (with clickable time stamps for each main idea!) in the Description Box above. Also, don't forget that Myths No. 2-7 are available for FREE - just follow this link [ www.pianocareer.com/7-dangerous-piano-myths/ ], enter your email address, and each episode will be delivered to your inbox, one per week. Enjoy - and thank you very much for watching! ;)

@great-bird 5 ай бұрын

I went ahead and read Mastery by George Leonard! I thought I knew how to learn before reading, but my eyes have been opened once again! time to watch the rest of the video…

@pianocareer 5 ай бұрын

That's wonderful - I'm really happy to hear that you read the book! 😃📖

@GUPRPEET-Singh 3 жыл бұрын

6:49 so true👍

@lunchmind 2 жыл бұрын

I am an "advanced" pianist but I feel,I have reached a plateau. I now realize that even the right use of all muscles is not magic. HEy, even LIszt had to practice.

@mawiasheik3582 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so moch

@KE010101 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice Ilinca.

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, James! ;)

@tiagofreitas7659 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome, Tiago! ;)

@lunchmind 2 жыл бұрын

I already like her thinking.

@lunchmind 2 жыл бұрын

I detest superhero myths.

@carolasandrakaty 3 жыл бұрын

I will forward this to all the parents of my students... They need this!

@RoyalRock483x 3 жыл бұрын

😂

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Sandra! Yes, some parents' expectations are sadly even more unrealistic (and damaging) than the students' expectations.

@heuristicdish 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness! What an extraordinary teacher! You actually allow me to feel that you are personally instructing me. How lucky are your students, those who actually have you to interact with and learn from. Thank you!

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you very much, Richard! :)

@MegaFern4ndo 3 жыл бұрын

I understand and everything but don't make me laugh 🤣 your smiles...😜

@andyfaden 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Ilinca - your videos are superb and very well presented. I’ve played clarinet for many years, but I’m a beginner on piano, and your videos are a great inspiration. Please could you tell me what model of Yamaha piano you are playing, it sounds very clear. Thank you.

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your appreciation! :) Regarding my piano, please read my answer to question No. 32 from our FAQs ( www.pianocareeracademy.com/faqs/ ).

@andyfaden 3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks 👍

@ciri151 3 жыл бұрын

One of the problems I have with spreading this information is you can very easily come of as pretentious or an elitist. People are so used to the wrong idea of music already. it's hard to change them.

@tatianamendoncastudio 3 жыл бұрын

I guess it depends on the people‘s goals with music. I have seen people having lots of progress in a short time, others getting stuck (like me in the first two years)... This fast learning thing is a marketing strategy and approach people have when learning by themselves, but people who have qualified piano teachers know that she is right!

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

V, I know how you feel - and that's exactly why I decided to record the Myth series. People ARE used to the wrong idea of music - therefore somebody has to have the courage to uncover the truth :). Just like Tatiana mentioned - the 'fast' learning promise sells very well these days, but it offers the same results as fast-food: a full stomach in 5 minutes, and lots of problems in the long run. Education means changing incorrect mindsets and helping people to transform - even when it feels like 'mission impossible'. If we do this right, we cannot come of as 'elitists' - after all, the message is exactly the opposite: EVERYONE can learn how to play well if they wish to (not just professional Conservatory students).

@robinroychaudhuri1804 3 жыл бұрын

👍👍

@armhan 3 жыл бұрын

I'm selftaught, I started 6-7 years ago, I teached myself and can play early intermediate pieces... but I'm watching your videos since then and love them. I think I'm going to sign up for the PianoCareerAcademy Course, is still active? Is the forum and everything still active? Thank you

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Hello! Yes, of course our program is still active and going strong. We are actually in the process of launching a brand new website (with a modern design and awesome navigation) that will replace the old forum platform! :) The new site is still in beta, but you can already get access to it - and the forum is still active as well.

@applemango31 3 жыл бұрын

Ma’am I love your videos and I really appreciate it but I’m a beginner. My question is what should I do first? Should I start by how to read piano sheets? Or not?

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Paula! I explain everything in the video :).

@damarisquadrspereira3578 3 жыл бұрын

Eu quero muito fazer o curso,mais todos vai ter tradução em portugues.

@lunchmind 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this. I am guilty of the 'hamburger" approach. And I am a vegetarianLOL

@pianocareer 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome, Dana! :)

@michelprimeau4531 3 жыл бұрын

Many are called few are chosen.

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

I address this particular myth in Episode No. 3 of this series :). The truth is that even though some things are out of our control (of course), we still do most of the 'choosing' - through discipline, perseverance and mindful work.

@abcmag 3 жыл бұрын

@Hello 👋 , I have a question for you. I hope you can answer. Since last year I have a new (digital) piano, a Kawai CN39. The problem is, I can’t get my knees under the piano (My hight is 6.3 feet). Because of this I’m not able to play with the right posture. When I try to play a scale or arpeggio, I can feel my posture is not good and feeling tension in my shoulders. What is your experience with tall people who can’t place their legs under the piano? I hope maybe you have some advice for me how to solve this problem. Kind regards, John

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Hi John! I remember replying to a similar question many years ago, on my blog. You can find the question and my reply here: www.pianocareer.com/piano-posture/the-piano-posture-and-the-energy-of-the-sound/#comment-635

@SteveBurksMusic 2 жыл бұрын

90% is a huge number.

@ionut3979 3 жыл бұрын

Is it bad for a complete beginner to start with a digital keyboard with sens keys but not weighted ? I can play a real piano 2-3 times a month with a teacher and I have in plan to buy a real piano in 1-2 years. I will join your training course soon. Thank you !

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ionut! A digital keyboard without weighted keys is not ideal - but you can still make it work if you do your best to apply my detailed technique and sound production recommendations. Generally speaking, the sensations involved in whole-arm action can be learned on any surface (even a table or window sill) - the important thing is attention to detail, focus and consistent practice :). Plus, as a member of our program you will have the possibility to submit video recordings and get feedback - so you will be able to quickly correct any mistakes.

@ionut3979 3 жыл бұрын

@@pianocareer Hi Ilinca ! Thank you very much for your quick reply ! I really apreciate the fact that you answer so quick to everybody and give detailed answers. I can`t wait to join your program. We are lucky to met a person like you !

@EaglesVision999 3 жыл бұрын

Do you have lessons on your channel. I really need to learn there is so much videos on youtube. And I just sit and me and piano look at each other like olah and privyet i dont understand you. I cant learn alone. I tried to write all notes on flashcards and I get 99 percent right. YAY. But when it comes to reading music sheets, i am horrible. I need help. I know that hard work can get me there, but how if i dont have tools.

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! My KZfaq channel is just the 'tip of the iceberg' of my online teaching :). Here I have 50+ lessons, all of them are very useful, some of them are addressed to beginners (check out the Beginner playlist!) - but they don't form a step-by-step course. That's because 99.9% of my tutorials can be found in the Members Area of PianoCareerAcademy.com - a project to which I dedicate my entire time. As a member of PCA you get instant access to many HUNDREDS of detailed lessons - including the step-by-step Video Course for Beginners (which would be the perfect place to start for you). This Course will help you to develop ALL your piano skills (technique, expression, hearing, reading, theory & analysis, correct practice, pedaling etc.) in a harmonious manner, according to the professional system used in the Russian piano school. Lesson No. 1 is available for free here on KZfaq, and also on my free blog: www.pianocareer.com/piano-practice/nikolaev-russian-piano-school-practice-guide/ I also recommend these free tutorials focused on posture and the basic key attack: www.pianocareer.com/piano-posture/correct-piano-posture/ www.pianocareer.com/piano-sound/correct-piano-key-attack/ You can learn more about my Beginner Course (and the functionality of PCA) by taking a look at answers No. 17 and 1-3 from our FAQs (www.pianocareeracademy.com/faqs/). Good luck! ;)

@randlyons7278 3 жыл бұрын

Now looky here Ilinka, by the time you got done with me with this one I had to go fix a hamburger before I could practice 😆

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Some unintentional reverse psychology happened here! :)))

@NGwIK 11 ай бұрын

2023.07.25 Sehr Gut!

@pianocareer 11 ай бұрын

Thank you! :)

@RoyalRock483x 3 жыл бұрын

I love Tom and Jerry 😍

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Me too :))).

@mikaiahbrown9849 3 жыл бұрын

Can I take your online courses if I have a digital piano?

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Mikaiah! Yes, of course! You can learn more by reading my detailed answer to question No. 24 from our FAQs (www.pianocareeracademy.com/faqs/).

@mikaiahbrown9849 3 жыл бұрын

Yay! I just ordered your program. I’m looking forward to learning from you :-)

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

@@mikaiahbrown9849 Welcome to PCA - and I hope you enjoy every step of the way! ;)

@dheerajmusic 3 жыл бұрын

How's pianist as a career

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

This depends on a lot of factors: your training and skill level, your personality, your goals and dreams, the economical, social and cultural realities of your country/city - and also what type of career you prefer: concert pianist, teacher, ensemble player, accompanist, or a combination of some of these. Dedicating one's life to music is different for everyone :).

@rhoiesundolan6560 2 жыл бұрын

@@pianocareer how about concert pianist?

@joytekb 3 жыл бұрын

Basically to learn one composition i need one year.Hard

@pianocareer 3 жыл бұрын

That's not true :). If the piece is appropriate for your level, you can easily learn it in a couple of weeks (maximum 2-3 months).

@joytekb 3 жыл бұрын

@@pianocareer Enaudi „Una Mattina „for example.Can I learn in two months to be able to express emotion of this piece ,considering that I am absolute begginer ? :) I have to say your videos are eye opening.