Journey to Music: Eisley's Piano Evolution
Kids are born with innate talent. They are a treasure trove waiting to be discovered. And when found, it is easy for them to become excellent at it with the right training and guidance. The challenge is how to keep that desire burning.
This is a thread of our daughter’s journey to music.
Our daughter didn’t exactly beg for piano lessons when she started second grade. Who does at that age? But, why not? We figured. Maybe when she tickles those ivories it would spark something from within.
Turns out, she’s a natural. From the first lesson, she picks things up like nobody’s business, leaving her teachers saying “This kid’s got talent!” Our hearts burst with pride, of course.
Testing the mettle
Facing a crowd is the ultimate test for any budding musician. We convinced our little Mozart to give her first recital a shot and she nailed it!
Now, she’s a regular. It’s a win for all of us: it shows off her skills, helps her conquer stage fright, and makes her a total stage pro. And with each performance, she’s getting more and more comfortable up there.
Next stop, the world perhaps?
Recital videos over the years
Spring 2024
Eisley plays Fire Dance (for Adam Ratner).
The piece sounds a little complicated. We are no musical geniuses so we don’t know how to judge this performance. However, we could say that she is leveling up. We are excited as to how she will progress further.
Spring 2023
Eisley plays “Allegretto” by Reinecke.
She has to play this together with her piano teacher. This may be hard to play for her age.
Eisley plays “The Swan” by C. Rollin.
According to Goodreads, “This is a graceful, legato study in arpeggios in G major, with a lyrical middle section and dynamic contrasts throughout the piece.” It is full of music jargon but it seems to us that this is a wonderful piece to play – beautiful with a little difficulty.
The video below is the same piece played be a more seasoned pianist.
Spring 2023
Eisley plays the “Colorful Sonatina”.
She is becoming more confident now to play alone, without her teacher. The music, with the notes going up and down, is like a wave of colorful rhythm.
Winter 2022
Eisley plays Frosty the Snowman.
Our daughter’s first recital; was almost a flawless performance. This is an open stage at R.E. Olds Park and several people came to watch. Most newbies would be filled with jitters on their first try.