Episode 24
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 music’s role in challenging times, and giving a unique piano bench review.
David opens with updates on his piano practice, including correcting a chord mistake in Adele’s Someone Like You. He also discusses his excitement for an upcoming live recording of No Such Thing as a Fish, one of his favorite podcasts, showing that live experiences feed his musical passion.
In exciting piano news, David highlights the discovery of a lost Chopin piece, a Waltz in A Minor. This recently authenticated piece, believed to be composed by Chopin in the 1830s, has spurred several YouTube performances, including an official premiere by Lang Lang. David encourages listeners to check out the various interpretations and even try the piece themselves if they’re up for a challenge.
David then shifts to a deeper theme in an essay reflecting on recent political events. He shares his belief that music brings hope and strength, even in uncertain times. Citing historical pieces like Handel’s Royal Fireworks and Beethoven’s Third Symphony, he illustrates how music has long offered solace and inspiration. To keep hopeful, David suggests creating playlists to lift spirits, especially as we face ongoing challenges.
For his equipment enthusiasts, David reviews the Beale Dual Adjustable Piano Bench, a practical choice for duet players or anyone who multitasks at the piano and computer. With adjustable heights and added storage, the bench has become a staple in David’s setup, improving his comfort and workflow.
David wraps up with progress updates on two pieces: a canon by Fritz Spindler and the opening of Adele’s Someone Like You, both of which he’s getting closer to mastering. As always, he encourages listeners to share their own musical journeys, emphasising the value of community and mutual growth.
Stay tuned for more piano insights, and may we all find a bit of hope and joy in the music we create and share! 🎶 (This description was generated by ChatGPT 4o from the original script of the episode.)
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