Kate Boyd

Pianist and professor. Runner. Gardener.

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As a new academic year begins this week, it's helpful to remember that
there is often a certain amount of discomfort that comes along with
learning.

But that discomfort opens doors to new worlds and vistas of knowledge!

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"The passionate act breaks free, through its very dynamism." -Paul-Émile Bourduas, painter (1905-1960)

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"Hardly any of the names of ancient artists are recorded, even though they did more for the happiness of their people than the pharoahs, generals, and world rulers whose pride filled the world with sorrow." - Emil Nolde, Painter

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This inspired me today. For us classical musicians: a good reminder that there is no one "right" way, and that there are as many different ways to execute a score as there are performances. And we don't need to do it the "same" every time!

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Legato playing is one of the ingredients that create the ability to play expressively at the piano. 🎹 Watch today's video to learn the mechanics of legato, and how to create a long, singing line on the piano.

#pianotechnique #pianotutorial #thepianoprof

https://t.co/mGNGOQct9v

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I love this quote from Mary Oliver - reminds me that at your instrument, as you play and the music sounds in the room, allow yourself to actually experience an emotion - without judgement - and respond with FEELING to what you hear.

#payingattention #beherenow

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Víkingur Ólafsson – Bach: Concerto in D Minor, BWV 974 - 2. Adagio https://t.co/yAU78mHCRf

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Kate Liu – Andante Spianato and Grande Polonaise Brillante in E flat maj... https://t.co/Qj2nsfNO8c via @YouTube

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The first Beethoven recital with Justine is in the books! Read about it on my blog: https://t.co/DGu5r4f91P

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Had a good time playing Op 7 on the first concert of the series of complete Beethoven piano sonatas at the Toledo Museum of Art today. #beethoven250 #toledomuseumofart #beethoven #piano #music the.snuggly.duckling @… https://t.co/msi2ZP2SeH

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Very surprised and honored to receive the Teacher of the Year award from the Indiana Music Teacher Association at the state conference today. Thanks to all my wonderful students and colleagues for inspiring me every… https://t.co/UvvvYU12Re

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Getting ready for my lecture-recital on the mighty Clara Schumann at the Indiana Music Teachers Association State Conference - this Friday at the University of Indianapolis!

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Happy to be visiting Interlochen for an administrative retreat, discussing ideas for next summer! #interlochen #interlochenarts #interlochenpiano @ Nepenthe - Green Lake, MI https://t.co/tGPevTxtKE

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Modern education is premised strongly on materialistic values. It is vital that when educating our children’s brains that we do not neglect to educate their hearts, a key element of which has to be the nurturing of our compassionate nature.

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Looking forward to the first day of the new semester tomorrow!

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It was a pleasure to host Dr. Tuyen Tonnu, from Illinois State University, for a recital and masterclass last Friday and Saturday at @butleru. She played a wonderful recital and gave a very informative masterclass.

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Tonight, at 8:00 pm! Please join us to hear guest pianist Tuyen Tonnu perform a varied and engaging program of works for solo piano.

https://t.co/zK25b4tXls

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Looking forward to this Friday’s performance. Tuyen Tonnu, 8 pm, in Eidson-Duckwall

Knussen: Prayer Bell Sketch Messiaen: Noel
Crumb: A Little Suite for Christmas
Hans Otte: Selections from "The Book of Sounds"
Mussorgsky: Pictures at an Exhibition
https://t.co/FlMD1ZICGG

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If you’re free tomorrow at 1pm, please join us for a free recital in the stunning Indiana Landmarks auditorium. I will be performing Prokofiev’s 6th sonata as part of this program by Indiana Matinee Musicale members. venue.https://t.co/csRMO4AEgf

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Butler opera scenes tonight and tomorrow! Schrott Center at 7:30 @butleru