Message From dizzysfingers
September 24,2008
Hi Everybody,
If I dont reply to your comments or questions.. its because I'm on the Navigator of the Seas cruising the Mediterranean and performing as a solo pianist on this amazing cruise ship.
Busy schedule since arriving in Spain 5 days ago, been to Italy, Greece ,Istanbul and leaving soon for Malta. Its absolutely fantastic and if you happen to be a passenger on this Ship.. come and hear me play live on the Grand Piano.

cheers dizzysfingers

Biography:
* Started piano lessons at the age of 6.
* At the age of 10, had piano lessons with Prof. Albert Faurot /Silliman University /Dumaguete City / Philippines.
* Came to Australia at the age of 13 & continued studies to complete the Australian Music Education Board Exams for Theory & Performance.
Also went on to complete Business Studies Courses in Business & Management.

Competitions:
* Regional Finalist / Yamaha Festival
* First Prize Open Section /Royal South St. Competitions /Ballarat Vic.
Experience:
* Worked in the Australian Music Industry as a Keyboard Specialist, Music Teacher & in Retail Management.
* Twice Attended the NAMM Music Expo in Chicago USA.
* Volunteered services to raise funds for charities / Multiple sclerosis, Rotary & Lions Clubs etc.

* Perform at venues in the Melbourne Eastern Suburbs. Wedding Receptions, Special Functions & playing engagements.

* Proficient with music notation, transpositions, arrangements and backing music for vocalist.

Keyboards Used previously:
Roland EP760 & Technics KN1600 Keyboard For Orchestration.

Recently replaced the keyboards with a Technics SX-PR604. One of the last models produced by Technics. Absolutely magnificent digital piano.

Hobbies :
Music: Continue to learn & expand repertoire.
Taekwondo to keep fit. 2nd Dan Black Belt.
Love the beach , do a bit of body surfing, swimming and jogging.
Enjoy Musicals like The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserable and Miss Saigon.

Motto: Work hard, Play hard, Make life An Adventure & Make this World a better place.

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** Frequently asked questions **
Where do you get your music sheets?
New print music is available from music shops, piano shops, even in some bookstores.
(Older print music is avail in secondhand book stores & some Op shops . I do support the song writers & the music industry by buying the print music. In the background of some of the videos you will see my music library.

How do you learn the music & get the feel ?
Listen to the music several times..put it in your mp3 player & listen while you work, drive or go for a walk.

How do you improvise and enhance the song ?
This is an evolving process as you become a better musician. It's important to know your scales, arpeggios & chord inversions. Practice playing some melodies in octaves and add harmonies to complement it.

How do you play well ?
Lots of practice, keep a positive attitude & focus on doing well. If you make mistakes (as we all do). just smile & carry on.
Most of all Love and enjoy what you're doing.

Why do you change styles of music in your repertoire ?
A good musician/entertainer must be able to do a range of styles and genres of music.
Too many pianists only do classical. There are pianist who only do Jazz and there are pianist that play the same pieces day in day out. It is a challenge and a lot of work to do different styles. It is more enjoyable to do a varied repertoire and you are in demand as a versatile piano player. You get the best playing engagements, because you can entertain all age groups.

Why don't you do Classical music ?
Although musical lineage goes back to Beethoven, played enough Classical pieces & want to move on. (refer to above )

Why did you stop teaching piano ?
I believe a good teacher must have the students best interest and be devoted to teaching. Just too busy so decided to stop teaching for now. May get back to it later.

Are You a Filipino ? Question I get asked a lot. Heritage comes from (Filipino / Spanish). Grew up in Australia.
A fine blend of Cultures & history that makes my life so vibrant. ^_^

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