Spotlight on Christopher Norton
Back to Discovery Blog Home Chris Norton To celebrate the latest episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast featuring Christopher Norton, we are spotlighting his extensive scholarship and research published by The Frances Clark Center. Christopher Norton is a composer, arranger, pianist, and producer who has...
Spring 2026: New Music & Materials
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This Month in Piano History: March 2026
Back to Discovery Blog Home In this post remembering important events from piano history in the month of March, learn about the birth of two prominent composers, read about the premiere of one of the greatest oratorios, and remember a pioneering Croatian composer. Frédéric Chopin...
Spotlight on William Westney
Back to Discovery Blog Home William Westney To celebrate the latest episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast featuring William Westney, we are spotlighting his extensive scholarship and research published by The Frances Clark Center. Westney is internationally known as a prizewinning performer (Geneva Competition), innovative...
Spotlight on Julie Jaffee Nagel
Back to Discovery Blog Home Dr. Julie Jafee Nagel To celebrate the latest episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast featuring Julie Jaffee Nagel, we are spotlighting her extensive scholarship and research published by The Frances Clark Center. Julie Jaffee Nagel, Ph.D. has blended her interdisciplinary...
Spotlight on Wilfred Delphin
Back to Discovery Blog Home Wilfred Delphin To celebrate the latest episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast featuring Wilfred Delphin, we are spotlighting his extensive teaching and performance career. Wilfred Delphin is a pianist and teacher and a member of the piano duo Delphin and...
Spotlight on Louis Nagel
Back to Discovery Blog Home Louis Nagel To celebrate the latest episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast featuring Louis Nagel, we are spotlighting his extensive scholarship and research published by The Frances Clark Center. Louis Nagel is Professor Emeritus of Music at the University of...
This Month in Piano History – January 2026
Back to Discovery Blog Home Happy New Year from The Frances Clark Center! In this post about piano history in the month of January, discover two important pedagogical composers, learn about the premiere of a towering piano concerto, and explore the legacy of one of...
This Month in Piano History – December 2025
Back to Discovery Blog Home As we close out the year, we celebrate the birth of a famous Hispanic composer, remember one of the greatest concerts of all time, and reflect on the life of a great American composer! Manuel Ponce December 8 – Birth...
Spotlight on Gayle Kowalchyk
Back to Discovery Blog Home To celebrate the latest episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast featuring Gayle Kowalchyk, we are spotlighting her extensive scholarship and research published by The Frances Clark Center. Gayle Kowalchyk is a pianist, educator, and pedagogical composer who has taught at...
Spotlight on Craig Sale
Back to Discovery Blog Home Craig Sale To celebrate the latest episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast featuring Craig Sale, we are spotlighting his extensive scholarship and research published by The Frances Clark Center. Craig Sale is a pianist, teacher, workshop clinician, adjudicator, author, and...
Around the World with Piano Magazine
Back to Discovery Blog Home Curious about music and music-making practices around the world? Piano Magazine has you covered with articles covering piano teaching and performance practices in all corners of the globe. Piano Music by Composers from Asia: A History of Self-Discovery Piano Music...
This Month in Piano History – October 2025
Back to Discovery Blog Home As the season changes in October, we celebrate the birth of two legendary musicians and the premiere of a piano concerto once deemed too difficult to play! Sofia Gubaidulina October 13, 1909 An inspiration to many, jazz pianist Art Tatum...
This Month in Piano History – August 2025
Back to Discovery Blog Home The month of August is a time of beginnings as a new academic year begins—children go back to school, and piano studios fill with new students eager to play. Read below to discover more about piano history in the month...
This Month in Piano History – February 2025
Back to Discovery Blog Home February is a month of reflection and celebration as we observe Black History Month and Valentine’s Day. It is also a time of remembrance and commemoration as we recall many important composers and pianists. Read below to discover more about...