I’m always on the lookout for interesting resources that can help my students learn challenging musical concepts in a fun and engaging way. One resource that’s flown under my radar until now is PianoTV, a project of Saskatchewan-based pianist and teacher Allysia van Betuw. I first chanced upon Allysia’s channel when looking for fun and interesting biographical information about the major composers the could inspire young pianists who haven’t yet had any exposure to their music.

Here’s a brief history of Bach:

You can also find brief histories of Beethoven, Grieg, and Mozart. That’s not all - there are also dozens of videos on musical styles, practice tips, as well as easy explanations of musical concepts.

These are exactly the kind of videos that young pianists need in order to find an addictive way into a daily practice routine.