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The thought of Yunchan Lim playing an upright seems absurd, but it might just be one of his most profound performances ever! In our latest video, Robert Fleitz breaks down the way that Marc-Andre Hamelin, Yunchan Lim, and other world-class pianists tackle playing the upright at their NPR Tiny Desk Concerts.

Have you watched the video yet? If you have, leave us a comment down below on your favorite classical piano Tiny Desk moment - and if not, then check it out!

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🎂 For Our 9th Birthday: Pay 9 Months, Get Lifetime!

9 years ago today, tonebase officially started…Back then, it was a small idea. World-class pianists teaching the rest of us, in real depth, on video. Today, it's 100s of courses from the players you'd otherwise only hear in a concert hall. And it keeps growing.

So for our 9th birthday, we wanted the offer to mean something: Until Sunday, you can unlock Lifetime for the price of only 9 months!

That means right now, Lifetime is more than 40% off — only $531 instead of $895. You'll pay just 9 months of our usual Monthly rate. And your first 14 days are still free!

➡️ learn.tonebase.co/piano/sale?utm_source=youtube

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🎉 Just announced: Jeremy Denk joins tonebase Piano Camp at Adamant this summer for a special guest residency as part of Session 2: August 31–September 4! 🎹🌲

He’ll lead a special lecture-recital on Beethoven’s final piano sonata, Op. 111, and give a talk + open Q&A centered on his acclaimed memoir, Every Good Boy Does Fine — exploring musical journeys, artistic growth, and the lifelong process of piano playing.

Join us in Vermont for a week (or two!) of serious music-making, lively conversation, practice, performances, shared meals, and a unique sense of community.

Priority deadline: June 1

👉 Learn more and register: events.tonebase.co/in-person-piano-events/tonebase…

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A summer gathering like no other.

This summer, join us in beautiful Vermont for tonebase Piano Camp at Adamant — a 5- or 10-day immersion in personalized lessons, interactive workshops, technique clinics, solo and duo performance opportunities, and nearly infinite practice time at the historic Adamant Music School.

Curious to explore what’s next in your playing and spend a few days immersed in music, nature, and our vibrant piano community? This one’s for you!

tonebase Piano Camp at Adamant 2026

Full Session: August 25–September 4
Session 1: August 25–29
Session 2: August 31–September 4

Click the link below to learn more!
➡️ events.tonebase.co/in-person-piano-events/tonebase…

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What if one of history's greatest piano sonatas was hiding in plain sight for 200 years? 🕵️‍♂️🎹

For two centuries, the "Easter Sonata" was attributed to the famous Felix Mendelssohn. It was analyzed, performed, and praised as his work. But Felix didn't write it.

His sister, Fanny Hensel, did.

Fanny was a prodigy whose father told her that music could only ever be an "ornament" for her, never a profession. This video isn't just about a piece of music; it’s about the erasure of a genius and the detective work it took to finally give Fanny the credit she earned.

We’re finally setting the record straight. Come see why this "lost" masterpiece is one of the most important stories in piano history.

4 weeks ago | [YT] | 20

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🎹 (40% Off) Your New Way to Learn Piano

Sometimes it can feel hard to learn great pieces on your own. You sit down with a piece, trying to work through it. Progress feels slow. But what if you had an expert pianist virtually in the room with you, walking you through every part?

That's what our NEW Guided Practice Tracks are for. You'll be guided by a world-class pianist who gets inside the music with you, showing you section by section exactly what to work on and how. A Track for Chopin's C-sharp minor Nocturne is live now, and Moonlight Sonata is coming up next...with more masterpieces on the way.

🔥 Ready to try it? This weekend only, we're offering 40% off all plans. Start your 14-day free trial to lock in the discount on whichever plan you choose.
➡️ learn.tonebase.co/piano/sale?utm_source=youtube

1 month ago | [YT] | 12

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tonebase lessons teach you concepts and techniques, but Tracks put them into action: short video demos, annotated scores, and clear practice instructions that walk you through a piece section by section. All taught by expert musicians and teachers on the tonebase team.

Just follow the path, and the piece you're learning comes together! You can start learning Chopin's Nocturne in C-sharp minor right away. Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata is coming soon.

More Tracks and more instruments are also on the way! We're just getting started, and it will only get better as we learn from how you use it.
➡️ www.tonebase.co/piano/tracks?utm_source=youtube

1 month ago | [YT] | 0

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Music isn't a phase. Your plan shouldn't be either. 🎶

You already know that. You've put in the years. You've worked through the plateaus. You're not looking for a quick fix or a beginner course you'll abandon in two weeks. You're looking for something that matches the way you actually practice: seriously, and for the long haul. That's what tonebase was built for.

This week, we're offering $400 off a Lifetime membership — $495 instead of $895.

Start a 14-day free trial during the sale window and lock in the price on whichever plan you choose.
➡️ learn.tonebase.co/piano/sale?utm_source=youtube

1 month ago | [YT] | 41

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Have you caught our video about Leopold Godowsky's and his transcriptions of the Chopin etudes? It was a really fun one to make and it's been so fun hearing your thoughts – if you haven't seen it yet, be sure to check it out!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zl0S...

Photo of Godowsky and Chaplin for intrigue!

2 months ago | [YT] | 122

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🌱 First Day of Spring – Your Fresh Start on Piano Is Here

Spring has a way of opening doors. And if you haven't been able to practice (or haven't even touched the piano in a while), no worries...This is your door to walk through.

Don't miss out on 40% off any tonebase Premium plan you choose – Monthly, Yearly, or Lifetime – for your brand-new beginning on piano.
➡️ learn.tonebase.co/piano/sale?utm_source=youtube

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