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The Perils of Page Turning

Gail Fischler The Perils of Page Turning2018-04-29T14:04:16-07:00 The Lighter Side
This funny meme from Chris Foley at The Collaborative Piano Blog started me thinking about my own page turning experiences. Uncomfortable and hilarious situations have happened. Here are a few…
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Annual PA Mega Holiday Listening

Gail Fischler Annual PA Mega Holiday Listening2017-12-20T12:15:04-07:00 Great Finds
Merry Christmas to everyone and many, many thanks for reading! Please enjoy this edition of my annual holiday listening list. Blessings to you all! Anderson & Roe: Sleigh Ride Charlie Albright:…
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Memory Fail: Expert Level

Gail Fischler Memory Fail: Expert Level2016-07-13T12:32:50-07:00 The Lighter Side
@playinglesshurt 7/13/16 When I was in college and ready to give my first recital, I found myself anxious about several passages. My teacher, Pat, helped me through them, but, of…
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Vintage PA: Jocularity! Jocularity!

Gail Fischler Vintage PA: Jocularity! Jocularity!2014-07-01T14:09:08-07:00 The Lighter Side
Stuff happens. Life throws you curveballs just to see if you are paying attention. Music Life Lessons 101.  We don’t always have the optimum conditions for practice, rehearsal or performance but…
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Bonus: An Eggciting Contest! Congrats to Winners!

Gail Fischler Bonus: An Eggciting Contest! Congrats to Winners!2014-06-03T17:05:45-07:00 The Lighter Side
Here are the winning entries in our Chicken yolk contest. Both entered via Facebook. Why did the chicken cross the piano keys? The drummer wanted it’s drumsticks. (drum roll please for…
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A Bit Of Humor

Gail Fischler A Bit Of Humor2014-02-03T14:53:06-07:00 The Lighter Side
It's the bleak midwinter and we all need something to keep us going right? So, here are a few funnies to lift your spirits. Enjoy! ( and be sure to…
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For Your Holiday Listening Pleasure…

Gail Fischler For Your Holiday Listening Pleasure…2013-12-23T13:27:36-07:00 Great Finds
Merry Christmas to everyone and many, many thanks for reading! Here are a few gems to keep you in the holiday spirit. Blessings to you all! Toy Piano Opener ThePianoGuys:…
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Matching Quiz

Gail Fischler Matching Quiz2013-04-02T15:20:29-07:00 The Lighter Side
Tomorrow evening is our EAC Piano Recital. We always try to do something to make the evening special for both the performers and the audience. This spring, we decided to…
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