March 2013 – Hannah's Piano Studio

New Horizons

This fall, I will be moving to Toronto as my husband studies for his PhD in Egyptology. This means i will no longer be teaching my faithful and wonderful piano students, whom I have grown to respect and adore. Instead, I will be heading east to the land of the highest building in North America,Continue reading “New Horizons”

Vancouver Opera’s The Magic Flute

On Sunday, March 10, 2013, I attended at matinee performance by the Vancouver Opera at Queen Elizabeth Theatre. I arrived 10 min. late for the pre-talk in the mezzanine, so unfortunately, only picked up a few details such as, the opera was infused with Coast Salish elements and how the Vancouver Opera consulted First NationsContinue reading “Vancouver Opera’s The Magic Flute”

Masterclass with Dina Yoffe

I had the opportunity to attend a masterclass by Dina Yoffe last week. A masterclass is like a special piano lesson with a well-known performer, in front of an audience. The students who were chosen for the masterclass had to undergo an audition, so the teacher mainly works to polish and refine their playing. DinaContinue reading “Masterclass with Dina Yoffe”