Inside the Taubman Approach

Dec 02 2024 53 ep. 30 mins 8
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Welcome to Inside the Taubman Approach Podcast! I’m your host, Benjamin Harding. 

This new podcast is an inside look at the power of the Taubman Approach, an approach to  working with playing-related problems, such as discomfort, tension, pain and injuries. Through first hand experiences and discussions with some of the premiere teachers of this approach we'll be sharing how pianists at various stages of learning the piano have benefitted and grown through applying the Taubman Approach.

Sponsored by The Golandsky Institute. The Golandsky Institute is on a mission to provide cutting-edge instruction to pianists based on the groundbreaking work of Dorothy Taubman.  If you're interested in learning more about the Taubman Approach be sure to check out the show notes of this episode and follow links to sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date with all that the institute offers including their premiere subscription service that allows you to take lessons on the Taubman Approach from anywhere!

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53: Walter Aparicio on the Transformative Nature of the Taubman Approach

Dec 02 2024 26 mins  
Send us a textWALTER'S INFOwww.walteraparicio.comIG: @wfaparicioAires Indios: Piano Music of Boliviahttps://open.spotify.com/album/4WUNbg5MaINRCKG8OuKmKa?si=gRyhvZqPSwOukVEwy956rQNonprofit org: Foundation for Bolivia Artists www.bolivianartistfoundation.orgComposer Names Mentioned:Eduardo Caba (1890-1953)Daniel Alvarez Veizaga https://alvarez-daniel.comFugas Bolivianashttps://open.

52: Jeff Nations on Teaching the Taubman Approach to Adult Learners

Nov 18 2024 27 mins  
Send us a textFor more information on Jeff Nations visit: www.jeffnations.netBorn in Kyoto Japan and raised in North Carolina, pianist Jeff Nations began studying at the age of eight and playing professionally by the age of sixteen, performing in local establishments in his hometown of Raleigh, North Carolina.Actively competing by the age of twelve, he was the recipient of numerous

51: Jason Gallagher on Learning and Teaching the Taubman Approach

Nov 11 2024 35 mins  
Send us a textYou are going to love this episode with Jason Gallagher. Here is Jason's background in his own words:I've always loved piano. Ever since I was a kid, I loved all the different sounds the piano could make. From the blues to rock to the classics, I played everything. As I got older and more serious, I realized there were things I couldn’t do. When I tried to play the

50: Sophie Till of the Till Project on the Taubman Approach for String Players

Nov 04 2024 29 mins  
Send us a textShow Notes: Interview with Sophie Till of the Till ProjectEpisode OverviewIn this episode, we sit down with the brilliant violinist, Sophie Till, founder of the Till Project, to discuss the transformative power of the Taubman Approach for stringed instrument players. Sophie shares her journey into the world of music, the influence of Edna Golandsky’s work, and how t

49: Not Only a Comprehensive Foundation

Oct 19 2024 27 mins  
Send us a textWelcome to Inside the Taubman Approach I’m Benjamin Harding. On today's episode, I want to outline the idea that yes, the approach is a comprehensive foundation for all of piano technique, but it is more than that. I want to give you steps to pursue this incredible work; for you to be exposed to its transformative power and to excel in the work itself.This Summer, E

48: Nurturing Young Pianists: An Exclusive Interview with Mary Moran

Oct 11 2024 33 mins  
Send us a textWelcome to Inside the Taubman Approach! I’m your host, Benjamin Harding, and today we’re diving into an inspiring conversation with the incredible Mary Moran.In this episode, we’ll explore the teaching of the Taubman Approach to young children—how to make these foundational techniques accessible and engaging for the youngest pianists. Mary, with her decades of

47: Edna Golandsky on Her New Book!: The Taubman Approach to Piano Technique (PART ONE)

Sep 20 2024 38 mins  
Send us a textWelcome to Inside the Taubman Approach, I’m Benjamin Harding. Today’s episode is a must listen. We welcome the great Edna Golandsky to the podcast to discuss her new book: The Taubman Approach to Piano Technique: A Comprehensive Guide to Overcome Physical Limitations and Unlock Your Full Pianistic Potential. Part one of the interview is today and next week we will

46: 3 Reasons Why I Think You Need to Listen to Next Week’s Episode

Sep 06 2024 4 mins  
Send us a textHey there, it’s Benjamin Harding. Welcome to Inside the Taubman Approach. We’re stepping into a brand-new season of the podcast, and it’s a thrilling time for us here at the Golandsky Institute. Why, you ask? Because next week, September 10th, Edna Golandsky’s highly anticipated book is hitting the shelves! Have you reserved your copy yet? If not, now’s the

45: Andrew King on the Healing and Artistic Heights that the Taubman Approach Brings

Aug 30 2024 37 mins  
Send us a textOn today's episode the brilliant pianist, Andrew King, shares about his incredible journey of reaching new artistic heights through the Taubman Approach. He has been studying this work with master teacher, Robert Durso, for two decades. His quest to finding a comprehensive piano technique was on his heart for many years until one day, serendipitously he was making egg

44: Stream the Taubman Approach at the Golandsky Institute

Aug 16 2024 42 mins  
Send us a textWell, in North America at least, we are in the "dog days" of Summer. It's hot; we're on vacation; and, we are getting ready to get back into the Fall with regular rhythms of teaching and life! It's a perfect time for you to sign up for the streaming service at www.golandskyinstitute.org. The quality of the content on our streaming service is not be to be found anywher