In February, we celebrate past presidents and their contributions to our national identity. The legacies of our past leaders are played out in history...
Summer can be a welcome break from the usual school-year routine and offers some unique opportunities for your private piano students. No school (or...
The harpsichord holds an important place in music history. Its unique sound is instantly recognizable, flavoring the works of countless composers from the Renaissance,...
No discussion of sacred and church choral music is complete without including the works of composer Joel Raney. Raney’s contribution to sacred music is...
Wynn-Anne Rossi is known to the music world as a talented pianist, dynamic composer, and dedicated music educator. Throughout her life, she has combined...
Crystal Desch and I recently interviewed Robert D. Vandall by phone. Robert Vandall is one of this country's most prolific and popular composers of educational...
Here is the second part of our two-part interview with Randall Faber. Dr. Faber and his wife, Nancy, are authors of the best-selling piano method, Piano Adventures® and many other educational piano...
Today we introduce a new series to the Pepper blog, Key People -- interviews with some of the most inspiring composers, educators and pianists in today's keyboard...
The 2011 Grammy Awards have scarcely ended and the music world mourns the loss of jazz pianist and legend, George Shearing. Recognized for orchestrated...