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June 25, 2024

“Dare to How”: Embracing Discomfort is the Key to Growth and Innovation

“Dare to How”: Embracing Discomfort is the Key to Growth and Innovation
At Oclef, we believe that the path to excellence is paved with challenges. Our faculty members don't just teach music; they embody a philosophy of continuous growth and innovation that sets the tone for our entire organization. This approach isn't about being comfortable – it's about thriving in discomfort and using it as a catalyst for extraordinary achievement.

June 19, 2024

The Digital-Physical Harmony: Revolutionizing Piano Education for the Modern Student

The Digital-Physical Harmony: Revolutionizing Piano Education for the Modern Student
Take Netflix, for instance. The streaming giant that once disrupted the traditional movie rental business is now venturing into the physical realm with its ambitious "Netflix House" project. These massive entertainment complexes, set to open in 2025, will allow fans to step into the worlds of their favorite shows, from waltzing in a "Bridgerton" ballroom to tackling the glass bridge challenge from "Squid Game."

June 10, 2024

The Unseen Symphony: Unveiling the Hidden Dimensions of Piano Learning

The Unseen Symphony: Unveiling the Hidden Dimensions of Piano Learning
In the realm of piano education, there's a silent revolution taking place. It's a revolution not marked by grand gestures or sweeping reforms, but by a quiet, persistent quest to understand the intricate workings of the learning mind. At the heart of this revolution is a concept that we at Oclef have come to call "unseen learning."

May 06, 2020

A piano school where kids actually practice daily and find purpose in music

A piano school where kids actually practice daily and find purpose in music
This all started back in 2014 when I was finishing a 6 month long touring season as a concert pianist. My Aussie tour manager, Tim, had just left to return back to London and this time I decided I wasn’t going back. I decided I was done with touring for multiple reasons, but mainly because I didn’t see myself expanding to a 9 month schedule after 5 seasons of intense preparation and constant travel.

November 04, 2018

Food is important.

Food is important.
But they really need daily watering and care. If you consistently water and care for your crops, the total success of the harvest will be bigger. More crops will survive and grow properly.