In this conversation we address the use of the metronome.
The metronome has always been a key tool in the education of music students and has recently become a standard feature on most digital pianos.
In addition, the importance of maintaining strict timing is a very important factor in today’s music technology where many different instruments are sequenced to provide a fully orchestrated arrangement.
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Most musical idioms demand strict timing, while others, such as the romantic classics, may demand a more fluid approach, thus the absence of a strict beat.
The familiar clockwork metronome which she uses as a classical pianist has the added feature of a visual queue, and allows easy adjustment.
The metronome is an essential tool for both beginners and more advanced musicians.
We address with Nurry why the metronome is more essential with classical than romantic music.
She also demonstrates how the metronome can play an important role in the early phase of learning a new piece.
Nurry demonstrates how more complex timings such as 5-8, 9-8 and 7-8 can be practiced with great effect using the metronome.
A range of metronomes are available at The Piano Shop.
