Piano, finally
Piano Finally is a podcast by an old bloke who is learning the piano, finally. I cover the process of learning the piano and music theory as an adult learner. I also review piano books, hardware and other materials from an adult learner's perspective.
Episodes
32 episodes
Episode 31 - Practice is Weird
In this episode of Piano, Finally, host David Reidy dives into the quirks and challenges of piano practice, sharing his ongoing journey as a late piano learner. David kicks off with reflections on the National Chopin Piano Competition ...
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Episode 30 - Not the destination
This episode of Piano, Finally, titled "Not the Destination", marks the 30th instalment of the podcast by David Reidy, an enthusiast documenting his piano learning journey. The episode opens with David’s warm welcome to new and returni...
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Episode 29 - The First Year
In episode 29 of Piano, Finally, David Reidy warmly invites listeners into his world of piano learning, reflecting on a transformative first year filled with challenges, triumphs, and plenty of music. Whether you’re a seasoned pianist ...
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Episode 27 - Christmas Tunes
In Episode 27 of Piano, Finally, host David Reidy shares an engaging mix of piano progress, creative inspirations, and thoughtful reflections on the holiday season. As an adult beginner learning piano, David’s journey is relatable and ...
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Episode 26 - Useful Theory
In this episode of Piano, Finally, David Reidy reflects on his progress as he continues his journey of learning piano. After returning to work and recovering from time off, David shares how establishing a morning practice routine has t...
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Episode 25 - Piano Legs
Episode 25 – Piano LegsIn this episode of "Piano, Finally", David Reidy returns after an unplanned three-week break with a deeply personal update. Following an unexpected hospital stay for surgery, David reflects on the i...
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Episode 24 - Music is Hopeful
Welcome to another musical adventure! In this episode of the Piano, Finally podcast, our host, David Reidy, takes listeners on a journey through his experiences as a budding pianist while also sharing recent piano news, reflecting on m...
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Episode 23 - Finding Time
Have you ever wondered if you can truly learn a new instrument later in life? Join me, David Reidy, as I share my personal adventure of learning piano in my later years in the latest episode of "Piano, Finally." With the invaluable guidance of ...
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Episode 22 - Artificial
What if machine learning could redefine the way we create music? Join me, David Reidy, as I challenge the boundaries between human creativity and technological innovation through my journey of learning the piano. You'll hear about my preparatio...
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Episode 21 - Performance
Ever felt the thrill of tackling a new challenge, only to find it opens unexpected doors? Join me, David Reidy, as I navigate the fascinating world of piano in this week's "Piano Finally." Inspired by Ryan Abshier's captivating video ranking to...
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Episode 20 - Scaling the Heights
How does an older adult tackle the challenge of learning piano, and what can concert experiences teach us about music appreciation? Join me, David Reidy, as I navigate my journey through the keys, sharing not only my triumphs and stumbles with ...
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Episode 19 - It's Alive
Ever had a whimsical chat with a fellow theater enthusiast about oboists during intermission? Join me, David Reidy, as I recount such an amusing exchange from my recent outing to see Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Sunset Boulevard" at the Opera House, ...
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Episode 18 - It Works in Theory
Ever wondered what it takes to judge a world-class piano competition from your living room? Join me, David Reidy, on the 18th episode of "Piano. Finally," where I recount my humorous attempt at playing judge for the Leeds International Piano Co...
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Episode 17 - Sounds Amazing
Unlock the secrets to mastering your piano scales and refining your practice routines with me, David Reidy! This episode promises to elevate your piano journey as I recount my own progress with all 12 major scales and introduce an innovative pr...
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Episode 16 - The Expanse
Ever wondered how a reluctant jazz attendee ends up enjoying a night of live music? That's exactly what happened to me, David Reidy, and I’m here to share all the unexpected musical twists and turns from my latest adventures. From sitting out D...
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Episode 15 - Sound Improvements
What if a simple fix could reignite your passion for music? Join me, David Reidy, as I share how a quick but crucial repair to my Kawai NV10 by technician Stan brought my piano playing back to life. In this episode of Piano Finally, I explore m...
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Episode 14 - Theoretical Planning
Join me, David Reidy, on the latest episode of "Piano, Finally,". Travel with me through the bustling piano shops of Sydney, where luxury pianos with rich histories and exquisite craftsmanship beckon. I also take a moment to spotlight the incre...
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Episode 13 - Planning to Play
Join me, David Reidy, in the latest episode of "Piano, Finally." We delve into the evocative music of George Winston, whose compositions provide both challenge and inspiration. I'll be guiding you through his pieces, ideal for both keen l...
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Episode 12 - Planning to Practise
Struggling to keep your piano practice consistent amidst a busy schedule? Join me, David Reidy, on this week's episode of Piano, Finally, where I share my personal journey of mastering the keys while managing real-life challenges. Plus, hear ho...
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Episode 11 - Practising Makes Progress
Join me, David Reidy, on "Piano. Finally." as I share the latest developments with my Kawaii NV10. Plus, I've got a personal recap of my night out at the Camelot Lounge where I experienced an electrifying performance by my piano teacher, Devi M...
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Episode 10 - Six Months Later
What does it feel like to truly connect with your instrument? Join me, David Reidy, on this tenth episode of "Piano Finally,".Reflecting on my six-month journey from my first Roland FP-30X to the impressive Kawai Novus hybrid, I delve into how ...
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Episode 9 - Making practice fun
Welcome to Episode 9. Thanks for joining me this week. It has been busy; school is back for Term 3, which means this will be back into a normal rhythm but also much busier. My regular piano lessons will be starting back this coming week, and I’...
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