| You've probably heard it before - the calming, | | | | The relaxation and sense of well being that |
| tranquil sounds of New Age piano coming from a | | | | comes from playing the piano in the New Age |
| gift shop or stereo. | | | | style is profound. Breathing slows down. Focus is |
| There's something about music, especially New | | | | sharpened and heightened as well. |
| Age music that slows the heart rate down. | | | | Music is a soothing balm and can be very |
| Listening to this kind of music has many | | | | therapeutic and even more so when you actually |
| therapeutic effects, but did you know that you | | | | create it yourself! Reduce stress and feel a sense |
| could also reduce stress by learning how to play in | | | | of peace while you learn how to play chords and |
| this style? It's true! And the good news is you | | | | make music. It can be done. And it's very easy to |
| don't need years of lessons to begin. | | | | begin. |
| All that is required is knowledge of a few chords | | | | For instance, in the lesson "Reflections in Water," |
| and that's it! I've had students tell me that nothing | | | | (available below) you learn how to create a calm, |
| relaxes them more than just sitting at the piano | | | | reflective atmosphere using a few chords and the |
| and playing what they feel. They aren't concerned | | | | C Major scale. This is something a complete |
| with being perfect or "playing it right." They just | | | | beginner can do and it won't take years, months |
| want to relax, unwind, and forget about their | | | | or weeks. You can improvise and create your |
| busy day. | | | | own music within hours! |