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The Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast is the best place to learn piano tricks to make your Bach, Beethoven and Chopin easier for you. Meet your host, Juilliard alum and Piano Ninja, Lisa Spector. She's sharing her treasured tricks honed through years of study with legendary mentors Earl Wild, Leon Fleisher, John Perry and Lillian Kallir. But here's the remarkable part: Lisa's journey to piano mastery was interrupted after an unexpected fall led to seven complicated right-hand fractures, resulting i ...
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You drink green tea, meditate, and practice yoga. But how do you provide zen for your pets? My Zen Pet is the only podcast with music for dogs and their people, with easy-to-digest short episodes. Cuddle up on the sofa together and get ready to turn down the stress and turn up the Zen when listening to your host, Pet Calming Maestro and Juilliard alum Lisa Spector.
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Coaches Lisa Levin and Julie Sapper provide tips and tricks for running farther, faster, and stronger. After running the Boston Marathon 32 times collectively, Julie and Lisa, along with weekly guests, provide advice for training and racing. While specific to Boston, this podcast is appropriate for runners of all levels and ages.
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We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Jay Spector, who shares why super shoes can sometimes lead to injury, along with form tips, and ways to avoid typical podiatric pitfalls. Dr. Spector has been practicing in the greater Atlanta area since 1994. He specializes in surgery and sports medicine. Dr. Spector was the Chairman of the PRESENT Sports Medicine Vi…
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Send us a Text Message. This week, I’m sharing my preparations for an upcoming all-Chopin concert on YouTube Live, happening Sunday night, July 28th. Etudes, nocturnes, scherzi and mazurkas... oh my! https://www.youtube.com/live/E92z-cyEgWM I’ll also demonstrate the more subtle use of my Quick Reflex Motion Trick with Chopin’s Ocean Etude, showing …
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So many marathoners hate the 5K distance—and for good reason—5Ks hurt! What if we told you, though, that 5Ks, especially during a marathon training cycle, can make you a better marathoner? In this episode, we share why, how and when to race a 5K during a marathon training cycle. Listen if you are ready to take your running to the next level. You ca…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Piano Ninja Tricks podcast, Lisa Spector shares her latest adventures in the world of piano. Lisa talks about her recent YouTube Live performances, including a special American music concert featuring works by Gershwin, Earl Wilde, Zach Gulaboff Davis and Amy Beach. She introduces her new YouTube Live …
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast https://LisaSpector.com As we celebrate the July 4th holiday week, I invite you to join me for a special YouTube Live event, "Red, White, and Rhapsody in Blue," on Sunday night. I'll be playing Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue, the enchanting Dreaming of Amy Beach, and virtuoso etudes by my Juilliard pr…
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast https://LisaSpector.com In this heartfelt episode of the Piano Ninja Tricks podcast, Lisa Spector reflects on the significance of June 27th, 2017 in her life — both the worst and best day. She shares her journey of overcoming a severe hand injury, her transformative experience with recovery, and ho…
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast https://ChopinDemo.LisaSpector.com This week has been exhilarating as I hosted a Chopin Ninja Tricks masterclass for the Piano Ninja Tricksters club and invited guests. If you missed it, don't worry! You can still access the replay for a limited time by registering for free. https://ChopinDemo.Lisa…
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast https://chopindemo.lisaspector.com/ Welcome to another episode of the Piano Ninja Tricks podcast! I'm Lisa Spector, Your Piano Ninja, here to make everything easier for you at the piano. This episode is all about Chopin, and I'm eager to share some of my special "Chopin Ninja Tricks" with you. Whet…
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast In this special episode of the Piano Ninja Tricks podcast, Lisa Spector dons her "dog clothes" to celebrate a milestone birthday for her beloved Labrador, Gina, who's celebrating her 15th birthday today! Also known as the Pet Calming Maestro, Lisa shares her unique journey of recording music for ca…
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast https://lisaspector.com/practice In this episode of the Piano Ninja Tricks podcast, Lisa Spector shares her secrets to turning a 20-minute practice session into an hour's worth of productivity. Learn how intentional, focused practice can help you achieve more in less time, avoid poor practice habit…
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast https://lisaspector.com/piano-ninja-m... In episode 31 of the Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast, Lisa Spector discusses the importance of staying in your own lane. Don't compare yourself to other pianists and don't compare yourself to who you used to be. Deeply listening to the music you're playing helps …
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast https://LisaSpector.com In this episode of the Piano Ninja Tricks podcast, Lisa Spector, Your Piano Ninja, shares practical piano techniques to help you become a piano ninja. Lisa discusses her upcoming Chopin masterclass series starting in the first week of June. Sign up at PianoNinjaTricks.com to…
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast https://LisaSpector.com In this special episode of the Piano Ninja Tricks podcast, host Lisa Spector takes a departure from her usual piano teachings to share a deeply personal and touching experience. Donning her pajamas instead of her ninja outfit, Lisa opens up about her journey through grief du…
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast https://LisaSpector.com/Prokofiev Join Lisa Spector on a transformative 10-day challenge as she navigates the complexities of Prokofiev's cadenza, offering practical tips and demonstrating the art of efficient practice with her Piano Ninja Tricks. In this episode, she's playing the final version at…
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast https://LisaSpector.com In this episode of the Piano Ninja Tricks podcast, Lisa Spector shares the importance of cultivating smart practice habits to achieve piano success. Drawing from her own experiences and expertise, she highlights the transformative power of practicing smart, making everything…
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Send us a Text Message. https://lisaspector.com/pianotricks/ Welcome to another episode of the Piano Ninja Tricks podcast with your host Lisa Spector. In this episode, Lisa shares highlights from her recent virtual Piano Ninja Tricks Mini-Course, recorded on World Piano Day. Lisa reflects on the importance of mindset in piano playing and offers val…
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast https://lisaspector.com/ Welcome to Episode 25 of the Piano and Tricks Podcast! In this episode, your host Lisa Spector, aka the Piano Ninja, delves into the fascinating world of piano pedaling just in time for World Piano Day.... the 88th day of the year, March 28, 2024. Lisa begins by recounting …
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast https://lisaspector.com/pianotricks/ Register for the World Piano Day Celebration starting on March 28th! A Live Virtual Piano Ninja Tricks Mini-Course ending with a finale Concert on March 31 for one and two hands. Join host Lisa Spector as she unveils the intricacies of voicing in the stunning "K…
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast https://LisaSpector.com Scales should be fun, practice that inspires you to listen. Various techniques are demonstrated to spice up your practice routine. From dynamic variations to exploring different intervals, Lisa provides a roadmap for transforming scales from mundane exercises into captivatin…
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast https://LisaSpector.com/leapmasterclass Join me for an exciting episode as we gear up for Leap Day! In this episode, I'll be sharing all the details about the upcoming Piano Ninja Leaping Masterclass happening on Thursday, February 29th. Get ready to revolutionize your piano playing with my exclusi…
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast https://LisaSpector/leap Get my new free crazy leaping video. ⬆️ Learn to LEAP EFFICIENTLY​with 100% accuracy while using minimal movement. Welcome back to another episode of the Piano Ninja Tricks podcast with your host, Lisa Spector. She's back to share her insights and experiences from her heali…
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast https://lisaspector.com/ In Episode 20 of the Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast, Lisa Spector, your dedicated Piano Ninja, unveils the secrets behind mastering Gershwin's "The Man I Love," brilliantly arranged into a virtuoso etude for left hand by her Juilliard professor Earl Wild. Join Lisa on this musi…
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast https://LisaSpector.com In Episode 19 of the Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast, join Lisa Specter, your piano ninja guide, as she dives into the art of turning notes into music. While navigating the complexities of challenging Godowsky works for left hand only, Lisa shares valuable insights on making the …
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast www.LisaSpector.com In this episode of the Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast, Lisa Spector, Your Piano Ninja, shares her journey of recovering from a shoulder fracture and continuing her musical pursuits with left-hand piano music, particularly the challenging Godowsky transcription of Chopin's Op. 25 No.…
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast https://lisaspector.com/ In this episode, I share my experience of playing piano with my left hand only due to a recent fracture in her my right humerus shoulder. Despite the challenges, I embark on a project to learn and master the Godowsky transcription of the Strauss Symphonic Metamorphosis, spe…
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast https://LisaSpector.com In this episode, immerse yourself in the world of musical complexity as we unravel the secrets of playing three distinct voices using just five fingers. I guide you through the enchanting Scriabin Prelude, showcasing the left hand's prowess in delivering a symphony of voices…
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Send us a Text Message. Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast https://LisaSpector.com In episode 15 of the Piano Ninja Tricks podcast, we delve into a commonly overlooked yet essential trick— the speed you press the keys (unrelated to the tempo). Using Satie Gymnopédie No. 1 as an example, discover how the subtle speed adjustments can transform your piano pla…
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Welcome to a bonus episode of the My Zen Pet podcast, where renowned pet calming maestro Lisa Spector brings you soothing music and expert advice to help your sound-sensitive dogs relax. In this special episode, Lisa guides you through calming techniques and shares invaluable tips on preparing your dogs for the stressful fireworks season. With a ba…
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Send us a Text Message. Join me in this podcast episode as we explore the secrets to playing fast passages with clarity and precision. I share a Piano Ninja Trick that will help you achieve clean and clear notes, demonstrated through Bach's Chaconne arranged by Brahms for left hand only and Chopin's Revolutionary Etude. This trick, which involves a…
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Send us a Text Message. Get your free Piano Nina Tricks, staring with piano ninja fingering at https://Piano Ninja Tricks.com Discover the hidden world between the notes in Episode 13 of the Piano Ninja Tricks Podcast with host Lisa Spector. Dive into the exquisite tension and beauty created by the spaces in music, using Chopin's C Minor Nocturne a…
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In this episode, we did a deep dive into what, when, why, and how to qualify for the Boston Marathon. Questions? Reach out to us at julieandlisa@runfartherandfaster.com. Share this episode with anyone who you think would find this information helpful. . Connect with us!Instagram: @runfartherandfasterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RunFartherFast…
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We are thrilled to welcome our longtime friend, Dr. Brad Serwer, an interventional cardiologist, who shares how and why all runners must pay attention to their heart health. We discuss heart issues specific to runners, including prevention, signs of heart disease, effects of statins, and so much more. More about Dr. Serwer—Before entering private p…
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After providing some key guidelines for successfully running in the heat, we welcomed registered dietitian, Amy Goldsmith, to share tips on hydrating and fueling in heat and humidity. Amy works with runners throughout the US through her practice Kindred Nutrition. Big thanks to Amy for joining ! Amy can be found on Instagram at @reelrd_amyg or on h…
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We loved speaking with author and sportswriter, Johanna Garton, whose most recent book, All in Stride: A Journey in Running, Courage and the Search for the American Dream,” was published on Tuesday, April 2. We met Johanna at the Boston Marathon and were thrilled to invite her to talk about her new book on our show. The book is about professional r…
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Please enjoy our live show, which we co-hosted with Cherie Turner from Women’s Running Stories, at the 2024 Boston Marathon. This year's panel was titled Making a Statement: Breaking Barriers in Women's Running, and it featured outstanding runners Alisa Harvey, Kelly Bruno, and Briana Boehmer. Alisa Harvey is an elite-level competitor on the track …
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This week we talked with journalist and author, Maggie Mertens, about her new book “Better, Faster, Farther: How Running Changed Everything We Know About Women,” which will be released in June. Maggie’s book shares the progress and myths around women’s running, some of which continue today. Maggie’s book and our discussion underlines have far we’ve…
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This week, we chatted with the amazing Dawn Ebbetts, who won her age group at the 2024 Boston Marathon (her first Boston!). Dawn shares how she trains and runs competitively while avoiding injury. She also shares how her daughter, Brooklyn Track Club founder and Olympic Marathon Trials qualifier, Leigh Ann Sharek, helped her train and cross the fin…
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In part 2 of our recap of Boston 2024–the hot year—we share our runners’ stories and some key takeaways. We are already counting down the days until next year. Like this podcast? Please leave a review on wherever you listen! Interested in coaching and/or following us on social media? Here are all of the links (https://linktr.ee/Runfartherandfaster)…
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After a whirlwind weekend of events, a live show, meeting and reuniting with our runners, and, oh yeah, running, we sat down and recapped our Boston 2024 experience. Each year is memorable, and this year was no exception. We hope that you enjoy this conversation as much as we did recording it! We mentioned the Team Hoyt Memorial Race—here’s the lin…
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After recapping Cherry Blossom, we welcomed NBC10 Boston Meterologist Tevin Wooten, who provided the most detailed weather forecast for race day! Tevin is not only covering the forecast for the Boston Marathon. He is also running the Boston Marathon for the first time and raising funds for Boston Medical Center! Please consider helping him reach hi…
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We are so thrilled to welcome six-time Boston Marathoner and Six Star Finisher, Dr. Benita Stephens, who will be running her seventh Boston Marathon in just a few weeks. This year, Dr. Stephens is honored to be running the Boston Marathon with Team Bevans, a team in which members are selected annually to honor the accomplishments and legacy of Mari…
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On this coaching episode, we share some common and subtle mistakes to avoid while training for and racing the Boston Marathon (or any marathon, frankly). Listen to optimize your training and ensure a successful race experience. For those who will be in Boston over marathon weekend, please join us on Sunday, April 14th for our shakeout run at 9 and …
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Last fall, Daytona State cross country runner and mom, Shannon Jones, earned her third All-American title…at age 37! In this episode, Shannon details her untraditional journey from couch to college athlete, including how becoming a mom transformed her from a sedentary smoker to the most decorated cross country runner in Daytona State history. Shann…
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THANK YOU THANK YOU for listening and propelling us to 200 episodes! After sharing what we've learned from podcasting for the last five years, Julie provides an exciting update. We then introduced our amazing guest, Katie Hawkes, who serves as the Boston Athletic Association's Director of Brand & Experiential Marketing. Katie joined the BAA in 2018…
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We are so thrilled to introduce Alexandra (Ali) Niles, a masters runner who will be toeing the line in the Professional Women's Field at the 2024 Boston Marathon. Ali, a former competitive college gymnast who is now a gymnastics coach, started running in her 20's after college. Ali quickly fell in love with running and hired coach Tom Fleming, a le…
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We so enjoyed talking with Lauren Proshan, the Chief of Race Operations and Production ("CROP") for the Boston Athletic Association, on all things Boston Marathon, including logistics, the expo, and a few exciting changes to race weekend. Lauren has served as the Director of Operations at the Boston Athletic Association since October 2018. She is l…
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Gina Rouse, a 44 year-old mom of three in Knoxville, just ran her lifetime marathon PR at CIM 2023 in a time of 2:37:10! Gina's next race will be the 2024 Boston Marathon--her fifth--where she will be running once again in the professional field. Gina started running in middle school and became a Tennessee state high school champ. She then ran for …
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After some Olympic Marathon Trials recapping, we welcomed sports psychologist, Dr. Shira A. Oretzky, Ph.D., CMPC. Dr. Oretzky has dedicated her career to helping elite athletes develop a high-performance mindset and well-being strategies to reach their full potential. She is the co-founder of MindEdge Sport and Performance Consulting, where she spe…
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For many runners, becoming a masters runner provides a new opportunity to qualify and run Boston. Even though so many runners become faster as a master, there are some specific tweaks runners can do as a masters runners (or runner of any age) to maximize training and minimize chances of injury. We discuss how to make tweaks now in training, recover…
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Liz Camy ran her first marathon in 2007 in 4:08, and she hated it. Fast forward to 2024, she is now a 2:42 marathoner and, at age 40, will be running the 2024 Boston Marathon in the Professional Women's Field. In this episode, Liz shares her 25-year running journey--from high school and collegiate runner to masters runner-- including how she has be…
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