Best Pianopodcast Podcasts (2024)

1
Mozart Piano Concerto in D Minor, K. 466 - Olivia Ajero & LMC Orchestra

2y ago

—

13-year-old Olivia Ajero performed the third movement of the Mozart Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K. 466 with the Luzerne Music Center Junior Orchestra conducted by Eliezer Gutman. Olivia earned the opportunity to perform by being one of the winners of Luzerne's 2022 Concerto Competition.By Mario Ajero

1
No Time To Die by Billie Eilish arranged for piano solo by Mona Rejino

3+ y ago

—

No Time To Die (from No Time To Die) by Billie Eilish arranged for piano by Mona Rejino played by Olivia Ajero, pianist.By Mario Ajero

1
Sleigh Ride Duet Fantasy

3+ y ago

—

Season's Greetings from the Ajero Family! Olivia Ajero and Antonio "Nio" Ajero perform "Sleigh Ride Duet Fantasy" by Leroy Anderson arranged for piano by Zach Heyde and Frank Tedesco. Link to sheet music: https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/sleigh-ride-duet-fantasy-sheet-music/19903568?aff_id=198335…

1
Hallelujah Chorus from Handel's Messiah arranged for piano 4-hands

4y ago

—

Hallelujah Chorus from Messiah by George Frideric Handel arranged for two socially-distanced pianists. Performed by João Paulo Casarotti & Mario Ajero, pianists assisted with Yamaha Disklavier Piano technology.By Mario Ajero

1
How to fix the pitch of the Zoom H4n microphone on a Mac Computer

4+ y ago

—

Dr. Mario Ajero shows how to fix the pitch of the Zoom H4n Handy Recorder when used as a USB external microphone or audio interface on a Mac computer. Making sure the frequencies match on both the device and the Mac's Audio MIDI setup is the key to making your voice not sound like a chipmunk in both recording and online lessons.…

1
67 Year Old Woman Learns Piano - Her Progress and Lessons Learned 28:34

4+ y ago28:34

28:34

Sharon retired and picked up piano - she's been playing for a year now and is having a TON of success! She completely debunks the myth that "you can't learn piano when you're older" and has been killin it on the keys. In the episode we go over her mindset, how she memorizes music, how she warms up her fingers at an old age, how she overcame hands t…

1
How to Get Hands Together Coordination the Easy Way 15:20

4+ y ago15:20

15:20

Getting that darn left and right hand to work together is a HUGE struggle for a lot of beginner piano learners. But it doesn't have to be. EVERYONE goes through it, but there's a way around it that works every time. It's an 8-Step process that'll destroy any Hands Together issues you have in their tracks!…

1
How to compress videos into smaller file sizes optimized for online delivery

4+ y ago

—

Dr. Mario Ajero shows how to compress videos into smaller file sizes optimized for online delivery. As teachers and students shift to online classes and lessons due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become more apparent that if we want to exchange video files of our lectures/lessonsand students’ assignment submissions, we need to be able to make the…

1
Green Day - American Idiot (piano cover)

4+ y ago

—

Piano cover of American Idiot by Green Day played by Mario Ajero.By Mario Ajero

1
Adult Beginner Learns Piano Successfully - Here's How 48:40

4+ y ago48:40

48:40

Katherine didn't start learning piano until she was an adult. The first couple years with her first teacher were a struggle... until she got a new teacher and discovered the Piano Superhuman lessons. Now she's been killin it and learning faster than ever. In this episode we talk about how she did it.…

1
75-Year-Old Piano Player Learns FASTER Using New Practice Strategies 14:12

4+ y ago14:12

14:12

Maureen used to struggle with learning piano - until she discovered the power of using practice strategies and Accelerated Learning Techniques. In this episode we'll deep-dive into some of her favorite learning strategies, and how exactly she ramped up her progress.By Zach Evans

1
4 Ways to Boost Your Piano Sight-Reading 31:29

4+ y ago31:29

31:29

A lot of people think that sightreading is ONE skill, but in reality it's a combination of FOUR subskills. So the fastest way to boost your sightreading is to isolate each of the four subskills, learn them really well, and then put them together. This kind of method, and implementing the "Sightreading Workout Plan" can give you a huge boost in your…

1
Experienced Piano Teacher Talks About Importance of Technique, Recording Yourself, and Slowing Down 25:33

4+ y ago25:33

25:33

Alecia is an experienced piano teacher I met back when I lived in Nashville. We talk about a lot of cool things in the interview, including the importance of recording yourself (for PRACTICE purposes), learning good technique (and scales!), and slowing way down when you practice. Enjoy!By Zach Evans

1
Piano Student Learns to Play By Ear FAST - Here's How 16:38

4+ y ago16:38

16:38

Fabian's a piano student who really put the effort into the Play by Ear Exercises- and it's paying off! He's learned to play by ear in no time by following the system, doing the exercises, and seeing the results. We also talk about other strategies he uses, like learning arpeggios and his practice routine.…

1
Olympic Training Applied to Piano 20:55

4+ y ago20:55

20:55

Olympians are the top athletes of their field. But there's a lot we can learn from them in how to learn piano faster. Concepts like Variability Training, Progressive Overload, and Attention to Detail can be seamlessly integrated into your practice routine to take your piano game to the next level.By Zach Evans

1
New "Wholistic Learning" Approach to Piano 52:20

4+ y ago52:20

52:20

There's a new way piano is being taught to kids - and Gina, my guest today, has a ton of experience with it. This new system from the "Let's Play Music" uses many non-traditional methods for kids to learn not just piano, but really the concepts of music. For more info you can go here: https://www.letsplaymusicsite.com/…

1
68-Year-Old Piano Player - Progress From 6 Months of Practice 14:43

4+ y ago14:43

14:43

I love the attitude of this Piano Superhuman Student. His name's Ken, and he's 68 years old an excited to learn! We talk about all the success he's had so far, especially when using the Hands Together Domination exercises and overcoming hands coordination issues, as well as using systematic practice structures.…

1
How to Build Long-Lasting Motivation On Piano 11:09

4+ y ago11:09

11:09

Staying motivated is absolutely critical to getting good at piano. But a lot of people confuse the different types of motivation, and especially "motivation vs inspiration." The problem, is some of these types of motivation are short term. So they give you a fleeting feeling of motivation that quickly disappears the next day. In this episode we tal…

1
Is There a Better Way Than Our Current Clef System? 1:25:01

4+ y ago1:25:01

1:25:01

This is one of the most interesting interviews I've had. Here I interview Joey, on topics like: Is our current Treble-Bass clef system actually the best way to notate music? What is Spaced Repetition Learning and how can we use it to help our memorization? Routines and exercises for learning chords. Anyway, this is an interesting one! Enjoy.…

1
72-Year-Old Beginner Learns Piano WithOUT a Teacher (WOW) 13:53

4+ y ago13:53

13:53

In this episode I interview Kenny, a retiree who had zero piano experience until he started learning at age 72. And on top of that, he learned piano online, without even having a teacher. So if there's anyone out there who thinks "you can't learn when you're older", listen to this one.By Zach Evans

1
5 Ways to Get "Unstuck" From a Piano Rut 18:08

4+ y ago18:08

18:08

We've all been there... where we're stuck on a plateau and feel like we're just "spinning our wheels" and not getting anywhere with our practicing. Luckily, there are strategies to help you bust through those plateaus, and eliminate that annoying frustration that goes along with being stuck. Simple strategies like "Microburst Practicing" and The Sl…

1
Stephen Hough Piano Sonata No. 4 (Vida Breve)

4+ y ago

—

Piano Sonata No. 4 (Vida Breve) composed by Stephen Hough performed by Antonio "Nio" Ajero, pianist. Recorded live in Cole Concert Hall at Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas.By Mario Ajero

1
Piano Tips From an Expert Teacher 42:17

4+ y ago42:17

42:17

Peter Johnston (owner of the Epic Piano Arrangements YouTube Channel) shares his top strategies for teaching and learning piano. He currently has 60 in-person students (WOW) and has a lot of awesome info to share on how to learn piano more efficiently and get over your sticking points.You can find out more about his channel here: https://www.youtub…

1
Nirvana - Heart-shaped Box (piano)

5y ago

—

Transcription of “Heart-Shaped Box” by Nirvana performed on piano by Mario Ajero at Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas. Link to sheet music:https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/heart-shaped-box-from-westworld-digital-sheet-music/20737283?aff_id=198335By Mario Ajero

1
49 Year Old Beginner Pianist Uses Piano to Recover From A Brain Injury 39:02

5y ago39:02

39:02

The absolutely inspiring story of Andrea, a 49 year old pianist who got in a car accident, and has only been playing for a year, using the Piano Superhuman lessons. The progress she’s made is incredible. If you’re looking for some motivation, this is the episode for you.By Zach Evans

1
Jazz Piano Expert Shares Her Top Tips on Improv, Learning Jazz Piano, and More 44:07

5y ago44:07

44:07

I interview Eva, a piano teacher getting her masters degree in piano. She talk about some top tips to learn Jazz and Improv skills, specific strategies she uses with her students to learn faster, and some top-notch metronome strategies I’d never thought of.By Zach Evans

1
Can You REALLY Learn Piano As An Adult? (The Science Behind It) 11:04

5y ago11:04

11:04

Can you really learn piano as an adult?? We dive deep into the science of how adults differ from children when it comes to learning (hint: adults have some advantages you may not be thinking about…) and about my favorite students: the “Retired Go-getters” :-)By Zach Evans

1
The Boston Ballet Pianist Discusses How to Overcome Piano Performance 37:12

5y ago37:12

37:12

In this episode I interview Rebeccah Harrold the chief pianist for the Boston Ballet (WOW!). We’ll talk about strategies she uses to overcome performance anxiety during shows, how to overcome excuses when you practice, and how to make it in the music industry and actually get paying gigs.By Zach Evans

1
Intro - How Exactly This Podcast Will Help You Learn Piano Faster 30:02

5y ago30:02

30:02

Welcome to the Piano Superhuman podcast! This episode will be about exactly how this podcast is going to help you learn piano faster. You'll also find out the TRUE story about my personal piano journey (its a lot darker than you might think, I actually almost cry in the episode…) and the juicy details on how the podcast is set up and how it’s going…

1
This 18-Year-Old Kid Shuts Down a Costco With Piano Skills!! 13:23

5y ago13:23

13:23

This 18-year old kid (Rodolfo) never had a teacher, proving you can learn piano online completely on your own. He tells the story of how he started playing the “Secret Sauce Left Hand Pattern” at a public piano at Costco… drew a crowd and dang near shut the place down!! It’s a pretty motivating story...…

1
What is Piano "Scientific Practicing?" Hack Your Practice to Produce More Results in Less Time 24:15

5y ago24:15

24:15

What is “Scientific Practicing”?? In this episode I take a deep dive into the specifics of how we can apply the Scientific Method to practicing, taking advantage of what we know about how the brain works to get even more out of each practice session (this one is IMPORTANT!)By Zach Evans

1
Pro Pianist Tells How He Learned 40 Songs in 2 Days - Top Learning Strategies 59:47

5y ago59:47

59:47

Jonny Sterling. This guy does it all. He does piano gigs all over town, he has over 30 students, he does some studio work, he’s a guest lecturer at Colorado University, AND a music director. He has a TON of wisdom to share, including the story (and strategy) of how he learned 40 songs in a mere 2 days for a last minute gig he had coming up.…

1
How Playing Piano by Ear ACTUALLY Works (Step-By-Step) 14:38

5y ago14:38

14:38

In this episode we’ll take a deep-dive into how playing by ear ACTUALLY works. It’s not just “keep trying over and over”. There’s a very systematic process I learned at the University that’ll help you learn WAY faster. You’ll see what I mean in the episode.By Zach Evans

1
This Guy Learned Piano Without a Teacher - His Top Tips 38:57

5y ago38:57

38:57

Very motivating story about Robert, a guy who took up piano after an injury… and went from complete beginner to playing for his church by ear, which helped him get over his shyness. Sometimes things that seem like a curse are actually a blessing. We’ll also get into how to drill relaxation, rock-solid technique, and some details about playing for c…

1
Become a Piano Superhuman - Podcast Trailer 2:01

5y ago2:01

2:01

Learn piano faster, easier, and better than ever before. The Piano Superhuman podcast details the tactics and strategies to take your piano game to the next level. We'll talk about the Accelerated Learning Techniques that will boost your practice efficiency and multiply your progress. Don't miss out on all the essential piano information.…

1
Mozart Piano Sonata in D Major for four-hands, K. 381 - 3rd mvt

5y ago

—

The father-daughter duo of Mario Ajero & Olivia Ajero perform the 3rd movement of the Piano Sonata in D Major for four-hands, K. 381 by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart at the 2019 Sugarmill Music Festival in Alexandria, Louisiana.By Mario Ajero

1
out...standing for one piano six hands by Kevin Olson

5y ago

—

"out...standing for one piano six hands" by Kevin Olson performed by the Ajero Family at the Sugarmill Music Festival in Alexandria, Louisiana. Mario Ajero, Antonio "Nio" Ajero, & Olivia Ajero, pianistsBy Mario Ajero

1
Sleigh Ride Piano Duet

5+ y ago

—

Come on, it's lovely weather for piano together with you! Here's a 4-hand piano duet arrangment of "Sleigh Ride" performed by Olivia and Mario Ajero. This arrangement comes from the online music library of Piano Marvel but can also be downloaded digitally here: https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/sleigh-ride-digital-sheet-music/19816817?aff_id=198…

1
Liszt Transcendental Etude No. 10

6y ago

—

14-year-old pianist Antonio "Nio" Ajero performs Transcendental Etude No. 10 in F Minor by Franz Liszt. Recorded at the Cremona International Music Academy's Winners Concert in the performance hall of the Museo del Violino in Cremona, Italy.By Mario Ajero

1
How to play Havana on piano

6+ y ago

—

Video lesson on how to play the piano part of "Havana" by Camila Cabello featuring Young Thug. To download the sheet music, visit: https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/havana-digital-sheet-music/20504743?aff_id=198335By Mario Ajero

1
Debussy Clair de lune arranged for 3 pianists

7y ago

—

"Clair de lune" by Claude Debussy arranged for piano six-hands by Greg Anderson. Pianists - Mario Ajero, Antonio "Nio" Ajero, & Olivia AjeroRecorded live at Cole Concert Hall at Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas.By Mario Ajero

1
Great Crush Collision March by Scott Joplin

7y ago

—

Learn about Scott Joplin's piano piece, "Great Crush Collision March" which was named after and inspired by a publicity stunt on September 15, 1896 near Waco, Texas. This online lecture/performance is part of the centennial honoring 100 years since Scott Joplin's death in 1917.By Mario Ajero

1
Star Wars - The Force Theme (piano)

7+ y ago

—

Star Wars: The Force Theme by John Williams performed by Mario Ajero, pianist.By Mario Ajero

1
Romance for Six Hands by Rachmaninoff

8+ y ago

—

Romance for Six Hands at One Piano by Sergei Rachmaninoff performed by Mario Ajero, Antonio Ajero, and Olivia Ajero in Cole Concert Hall at the Stephen F. Austin State University School of Music in Nacogdoches, Texas.By Mario Ajero

1
Vote for Antonio Ajero (Paganini Variations) by May 21

9y ago

—

Improvised piano variations on a theme by Paganini (Caprice No. 24) by 10-year-old pianist Antonio "Nio" Ajero. Please vote for his video at http://www.socialmusicworks.com or http://ow.ly/Mozj3 before May 21, 2015.By Mario Ajero

1
American Authors 'Best Day of My Life' Piano Cover by Nio (and Olivia)

9+ y ago

—

Best Day of My Life by American Authors cover played Nio using the Piano Maestro iPad app from JoyTunes. Guest appearance by little sister Olivia.By Mario Ajero

1
Auld Lang Syne for piano and iPad

9+ y ago

—

6-year-old pianist Olivia Ajero plays an arrangement of "Auld Lang Syne" by Phillip Keveren from "More Christmas Piano Solos Level 5" published by Hal Leonard. She plays with MIDI accompaniment powered by Home Concert Xtreme by Timewarp Technologies. Happy New Year from the Ajero Family!By Mario Ajero

1
Santa Claus Is Comin' To Town

9+ y ago

—

6-year-old Olivia Ajero plays this jazzy piano arrangement of "Santa Claus Is Comin' To Town" by Phillip Keveren from "More Christmas Piano Solos for All Piano Methods Level 4" from the Hal Leonard Student Piano Library. She is playing with the digital audio accompaniment that comes from the enhanced CD that comes with the book: http://www.sheetmus…

1
Somewhere In My Memory from Home Alone on piano

9+ y ago

—

Somewhere In My Memory from the motion picture Home Alone performed on piano by 6-year-old Olivia Ajero.Composed by John Williams, this arrangement by Mona Rejino comes from "More Christmas Piano Solos Level 5" published by Hal Leonard. The enhanced CD comes with digital audio and MIDI accompaniments. Learn more at: http://www.halleonard.com/piano …

1
Chopin Impromptu in A-flat Major, Op. 29

9+ y ago

—

Impromptu in A-flat Major, Op. 29 by Frédéric Chopin performed by 10-year-old pianist, Antonio "Nio" Ajero. Recorded live at Cole Concert Hall at Stephen F. Austin State University on October 24, 2014. View the entire recital at:http://youtu.be/Oj3AoTNOE64By Mario Ajero

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Pianopodcast

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide