Motivation as a Pianist Q&A (boredom, failure & obstacles...) October 2019 | Tiffany Vlogs #87

[@kiaraeijo]

I can relate with the depression thing: Seven years ago I was in a really dark place emotionally to the point that I had no motivation to pick up my flute and recently (almost five months ago) my dad passed away and the first month after he died I couldn’t touch my flute, but during the rest of the summer I told myself that I needed to practice because my dad would have wanted me to keep up with my flute playing. I have my masters recital in April and one of the pieces that I’m playing in my recital (the Martinu Sonata) I’m going to dedicate it to my dad. Your Gilmore festival recital was awesome! Brava Tiffany! 😃💜

[@PrincessSakuno]

I especially relate to this comment. It's been...13 or 14 years since my dad passed. I have grown away from the depression which showed itself in my immediately in my lost of interest in achieving things anymore (it began at the end of 4th grade in primary school) and dropped extracurriculars. But this lack of motivation in achieving still persists.

[@gcg8187]

I feel can feel that yall. I pray we can all be healed :)

[@adrianfundescu5407]

The ducks had something to say on the topic ,definitely.

[@PhoenixSplash]

Tiffany: "Nothing is fully a failure" Me: *exists

[@samaritan29]

Self-deprecation? Not Funny. Didn't laugh.

[@zesty7736]

Relate hard

[@sharifmahabuba8556]

got an audible laugh out of me, to each their own

[@oliveoil3075]

(I bully myself too, you're good fam

[@johnwick54143]

​@@samaritan29 🤓

[@marchalynfernandez2227]

The red scarf and that outfit reminds me of that famous beethoven portrait.

[@YuZuu07]

Marchalyn Fernandez she is beethoven

[@wandajames143]

Orange_mint She composes?

[@marchalynfernandez2227]

@@wandajames143 no, i think theyre just saying that shes beethoven because shes good at interpreting/playing his music? Anyways if you watch her older q a's she said she doesnt compose but she can do a bit of improv

[@Thelifreak95]

Your Concert on Friday really didn't dissappoint. Fantastic playing and great selection of music. Also, the Steinway was fantastic and the acoustics in the hall were awesome ! Also quite the interesting crowd that gathered there. 80% "standard" concertgoers (age 70-80) and then a sudden drop and 20% people under 25-30. Sometimes even with their families where I wondered who dragged whom to the concert :D Also, you got a new fan, I asked my mom to come with me and while she was hesitant at first (never really cared that much for classical music and was afraid it could be too exhausting) she was absolutely delighted by your play. Great stuff, really.

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

I'm so glad she enjoyed it with you! Very glad to see a younger generation of audience :) Dankeschön

[@ryan.engstrom]

Honestly, people who say you shouldn't vlog are probably jealous of your charisma and ability to connect with younger generations. I'm very grateful for these vlogs

[@AnnaKhomichkoPianist]

Ryan Engstrom I’ve heard some really hard critics about musicians doing social media, I have a feeling people just don’t really understand what is it about

[@jessicab7005]

im 19 and have played piano for around 11 years and i find myself discouraged a lot because i dont practice enough and feel like i will never achieve a skill level as yourself, but i still dream that i can get there one day so i hope i can find the motivation to work harder as piano has always been my comforter growing up

[@Psalm_27.4]

@jessie you may need to get a good teacher who can show you the next level.

[@mikrokosmos-pluto]

I'm turning 15 this year and I feel exactly the same way. I started playing the piano a while back, but I never fully committed to my practices - it was always on and off. It's really disheartening to find myself not progressing, largely due to my own fault. But I hope you reach your dreams

[@aprilpong_]

whoever is reading this, hope you have a good day 😀 Love your video as always Tiffany 😍

[@jip8793]

I wish I had enough strength to cut out abusive, toxic teachers I had to deal with during my studies. Thank you for sharing your solution: just to change them. It's so easy to manipulate and undermine a young, eager and passionate musician. I was so sick of hierarchy in my university...

[@ginaliao1216]

5:00 Tiffany:”So many duckies!🦆” So cuuuute❤️Thank you for sharing this video,it is really helpful.

[@andresgunther]

Keep on with monthly Q&A series, Tiffany. I have the feeling that a % of your audience consists of piano students and ongoing performers who find here help and comfort, and foremost, the feeling that somebody is here for them who went through the same thing.

[@youtuberbayleexiong908]

To those people who have that lack of motivation to play I get it because for me it's been hard at many times to play or want to play but something about me wants to play the way I got back is doing something that gets me out of a bad time find something new to feel better and then go back and to remember who you are and why you do it in the first place and don't forget you can choose to do it

[@glenngammon4215]

I am a really really bad piano player. In Sept of 1992 I started to try learning the theme to Casablanca titled AS TIME GOES BY. It was great to learn about the composer & history of this music. FINALLY the gods smiled on me & I was able to surprise my mother by playing this on a concert YAMAHO grand piano. My mom had her mouth hanging open when she caught me about 4 bars into it. She was most happy. A couple of years later I was able to perform this song - equally well - at THE MUSEUM OF MUSIC in Carlsbad Ca. I am no where on your level so you give me much motivation. Thank You bigly!!!

[@scrabblekid1703]

Tiffany, thank you so much for this Q&A. It really makes it more human and makes piano seem like a reachable career. Look forward to the next one!

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

I try! Thank you :)

[@lorenzogiomi6790]

I bought your tickets. I'm 17 and the next very day of the concert I'll have school....in Florence

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

Ooo wow, thank you! Hope it will be worth it!

[@lorenzogiomi6790]

@@TiffanyPoonpianist I'm sure, and I want a photo too 💪🤣

[@Hans-gb4mv]

Enjoy the concert. It's a real treat to hear her play live.

[@ilovemycatrussell9298]

I listened to your entire Gilmore recital and it was amazing.

[@AnnaKhomichkoPianist]

Yes, definitely continue doing monthly Q&A series!:) It's incredible how hard working you are, I know how does it feel travelling for concerts and I hope people here apprecaite that after such a great and difficult recital at Bad Kissingen you're not resting the hole day in bed but film Q&A from different locations in the city!

[@dibaldgyfm9933]

❤ Yes - what a marathon it would be for me. Tiffany says she had teachers who constantly said she was not ready for this or that! I cringed at that, thinking back on the best teachers I had, they were almost always encouraging, as I was when I taught.

[@topturretgunner]

October 2023. I did enjoy your video Tiffany and gleaned some nuggets of wisdom from it too. I always enjoy and learn from your videos. I send you my good thoughts, wishes and prayers, for your continued success along with peace and joy for your soul, wisdom for you mind and good health and strength. God bless and watch over you. ✝️🙏🏻🤗☺️❤️🎼🎹

[@jflau31]

Really, building this KZbin channel is one of the wonderful and fantastic things that you have been doing! Thanks for making videos for us! Really getting motivations from you ^v^~

[@donaldheitger6731]

Please don't stop I Love your comments.

[@Nobiru85]

proves that life is good

[@endymionsrage]

I am watching this on March 30th 2020 and you have just surpassed 200k subscribers. Congratz. I just binge watched all you Vlogs within the past 4 days, nearly catched up.

[@MaryAmongStories]

aww the ducks haha! this was such a lovely video, thank you for sharing 💕

[@jeanchai1202]

It’s really a beautiful city, the scenery of your vlogs are outstanding.. I seem to get the energy to practice from your vlogs, dunno why, maybe it’s because of the bright energy of the video itself, and a truly motivated individual like you are always starring in every part of it. I’m currently learning the chopin etude op.10 no.1, it’s really hard but your videos just makes me on a fresh mind! Thanks so much, tiffany!

[@bteehee]

Ahhhh that background music ❤️❤️

[@TheWFamilyMusic]

Thanks a lot for this great concert in Bad Kissingen. we were there with our two kids, who admire your playing same way as we parents do. Thanks for taking the time to make a pic with the kids. My son will put this pic very sure close to his piano for a motivational purpose. Keep stable, you will have a great career ahead! thanks again

[@TheSIGHTREADINGProject]

Hi W Family! So glad you were able to attend, must have been fabulous. Glad the children enjoyed it

[@TheWFamilyMusic]

Hi Kathryn, yes, this was an amazing evening. We had a lot of joy when listening!

[@victoriairias7703]

My motivations sometum3s is to not be judge by others or think that I am not good enough, But usually is because I didn't practice before. So just remembering to keep it up. Failure (or in better saying, bad playing days) is what I see that motivates me more. But I want to change that

[@christiaanvantol180]

Thank you so much, Tiffany! I think this should definitely be a monthly Q&A as I do struggle with overcoming difficult parts of the music and discourages me sometimes. But I know that if I face those little things, it will pay off🤗

[@Chichikn]

It was very much helpful :), thank you for your time and on your answers. Love to hear you play and i am happy for you that you got Steinway :D :D :D

[@PeterHontaru]

I really enjoyed the answer to how to keep motivated while practicing the same piece. I’ve been playing an Haydn piece for a while and got so sick of it because I played it a lot and couldn’t connect to it. Ive now came back to it and started playing a few sections differently (much better too) and I regained my motivation to practice it. It also helps when your understanding of the piece/composer improves

[@Mike90543]

Tiffany, now hear me out. You are AMAZING and such a hard worker!!! You keep going, girl! ❤. If there is anything I said that is not CLEAR, then let's talk! Go,,girl!

[@sanhitasaha7439]

Love the answers...u should definitely continue the monthly q and a's . Keep striving and smiling :)

[@pianosenzanima1]

You are such a beautiful soul. So, so rare nowadays. Please always keep yourself this way.

[@justoneviolinist4953]

When I saw the ducks in the background I waited for you to say "duckiees" again. You did and I grinned from ear to ear. That made my morning, thank you for that :D

[@Cluless02]

Her practice session (clip) beautifully done with remarkably little effort - Wow! She has a true gift for music but as well for depth and insight, well beyond her years. How fortunate we are!

[@qoyote15]

Truly inspiring, and you have motivated me to continue playing after starting playing the piano at age 27. 🙂👍

[@OnDasherOnDancer]

I enjoy watching your videos. I love watching you practice pieces, going over one section over and over to improve the flow.🙂

[@mikelstewart9053]

You are awesome Tiffany. You make my life a happier thing. Keep doing the Q & A monthly. I enjoy them, and you are giving a great deal to me by playing classical music.

[@pereztube2]

Your vlogs always motivate me to keep practicing. Thank you.

[@PsychHacks]

I've subscribed to your channel and clicked the bell to receive all of them. You're a joy to watch and to listen to.

[@charlesboyle9223]

I was feeling rather melancholic today and then noticed that you'd posted a new video. Your interaction with the ducks made me laugh out loud! Thanks.

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

Hope you feel better soon :)

[@yanamiakshyla1683]

This is my favorite video both in terms of content and ambiance! 🍂

[@eugeneshealthproject]

Tiffany thank you for these videos I just love hearing you play and you have a sweet voice and I just like also when you write on your video when you goofed up and you keep trying to get it right until you get it perfect. I have never liked the type of music you play but because of you it's growing on me. Thank you for the great music playing.sound terrific.

[@MetaView7]

Thank you for taking us with your travels . . . it is such a treat to see the towns and cities that many of us do not get to visit.

[@ThatBoomerDude56]

Motivation regarding doing more with music = Watching a Tiffany Poon video. 😀 😀

[@mariannekaspersen1070]

I absolutely love your vlogs, your comments and most of all your playing. Please continue.

[@JesyB2023]

While I never was able to become a piano player, the four years I took lessons has carried me over to play for myself. Through your videos though, I can see what I wished I would have done. I truly enjoy your channel. Thank you.

[@mwharwood]

Thank you Tiffany for giving up your time and for allowing your fans into your life. Your vlogs are a real treat. The Q&A format is a great idea. You really are making a difference in the world.

[@jouezmoi]

Yes. I like this idea and I watched the whole thing.

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

Wow, thanks for watching all the way through!

[@luigisassone]

10 concertos in 1 month....wonderfull! But stay happy!!!!

[@tamiruchi]

Thanks for this. Your answers can and are applicable to so many facets of life, not just your career. I appreciate your honesty, too! :D

[@nadja3963]

Thank you for your upload! I promise that I am not here only for your encounters with duckies... and other eathly creatures! 🤭

[@wernerschwarz7596]

Tiffany, thank you for the wonderful evening in Bad Kissingen and congratulations for the second price. Regarding motivation, I am guided by Bertolt Brecht, a german philosoph and writer that once said "if you fight, you can loose - if you don't fight, you lost already". Keep to your dreams. Looking forward to see and hear you next time

[@onehe3038]

I really enjoyed listening to you sharing your thoughts. The Scarlatti sonata in E K380 at the end is one of my favourite Scarlatti sonatas. Beautifully played!!

[@javiercorre]

Your videos motivate me.

[@evangalyen6402]

You are awesome! Please keep making videos like this.

[@Aboutnoone]

Can we appreciate the amount of effort you put in editing your videos? So original and aesthetic

[@AnnaKhomichkoPianist]

Aboutnoone yes I was also writing about that! Especially considering that it was her “day off” (practicing, filming from different locations and editing...)

[@sojolly]

Thanks for your thoughts and the beautiful music you played in the background!

[@rweaver6]

Did I enjoy this vlog? Yes. What did I enjoy about it most? The truth? The Scarlatti sonate playing in the background. Sorry, you said it's about the music and for me, it is. Oh I liked the ducks, too. Thanks for the beautiful video.

[@zinnian3186]

Keep striving.... yes, I think I will do just that. Thanks, Tiffany!

[@amystruble4730]

Always look forward to your videos! They really make my day! Please continue to make them! I know you are so busy concertizing and practicing. It's very unselfish of you to make these videos and I really appreciate the time you put into them. Have a wonderful day and thanks again!

[@TheSIGHTREADINGProject]

Hi Tiffany - Yes, absolutely the Q&A videos are fabulous. Wonderful to hear your unique wisdom and philosophy on these matters

[@clamayaceo]

Thank you for filming and releasing this vlog. The questions were all really good and relevant because we all know what to do when things are going well but not so much when we are confronted with criticism and obstacles. Picking ourselves up from a fall may prove to be a struggle but you’ve provided helpful examples through personal experience on how to overcome adversity. At the end, I don’t believe in failure as long as you get up and try again. You have shown us here how to maintain resilience as part of personal growth. And, I always get a kick out of your expression when people are watching you film and the ducks were awesome! Thanks!

[@camel_102]

I'm supposed to sleep now but I saw the notification so I decided to watch your video before sleep. As inspiring as always, as in your attitude and your positive vibe.

[@stevenhansel2601]

Tiffany, I just want to say thank you so much to your vlogs (esp about motivations). It really helped me to keep living not just for the sake of living itself, but to make my life meaningful through helping others and contributing into this society!

[@kenturner9034]

Hi Tiffany, yes please, keep doing videos like this one. Your "fireside chats" (riverside chat in this case!) are part of what makes your brand unique. The other thing is how you are able to sit at the piano after a recital and chat with the audience as if you knew everyone. I admire you for figuring out how social media can really work for both performer and audience, and for proving it again and again. I don't know how you find time to do it all.

[@KeturahMonet]

your transparency is appreciated 😁

[@ronchiles399]

You're Amazing! Nice work showing your practice and obstacles.

[@gabrielleplayspiano]

What an absolutely stunning place to practice 😍

[@bee_whisper]

I think is brilliant that you make videos it gives me inspiration to practice plus it’s another person playing a piece in a way you might really like

[@anggerekungu]

Well you continue to help motivate & inspire me. Thanks Tiff

[@joannachl]

You are my motivation 🏆

[@LisaRupingCheng]

Great video indeed I love how brave and honest you are in sharing your life with people!! I love your Scarlatti! Keep striving!

[@liloperasinger8900]

I've never been so early! 💕💕 Thank you for a much needed video

[@bobrgr2]

Very enjoyable as always, Tiffany!

[@may.begloria]

watching this before my uni audition... gotta find all the strength i can lol

[@stephaniegarcia5578]

I just wanted to say thank you so much for your videos 💗 They truly inspire me so much to continue my journey with the piano that I love so much :)

[@Garrett_Swanger]

Very helpful video! Thank you. Notification squad!!

[@MySecretJourney]

Love to see you play and your thoughts ❤️

[@ananthd4797]

Please continue the series, absolutely!

[@marieweigand9509]

Thank you for a wonderful concert in Bad Kissingen. It was a pleasure to hear you live. It was a completely different experience than hearing you on KZbin. I can recommend everyone to go to your concerts. It is definitely worth it! 👏🏻🎹🎼

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

Thank you for coming Marie! Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@HughNeylan]

Really ❤️ this Tiffany! Your humility and honesty. I would think your idea of a monthly vlog great.

[@ulrikkebartnaes1083]

Loved this video, and espescially with the bakcground music. Very elegant ending as well:)

[@khoxinyee4538]

Thank you Tiffany i always find motivated every time watched your videos 💕 pls keep doing it and hope the best for you ☺

[@weewalter3686]

I love all your videos.

[@hotshot4512]

This video was so relaxing to watch, it makes me want to grab a cup of hot chocolate and snuggle up in a blanket 😌

[@DrQuizzler]

I think the Q&A thing is a really good idea. Great answers on staying motivated, btw. :)

[@thomasdempsey9981]

The ducks were asking for a greater variety in the question types ;i.e. Motivation . Please continue your Q&A series as the views of a premier Master Musician are greatly appreciated. Love and Best wishes for future harmonic adventures

[@B0sTonCeltics20534]

The courtyard at 1:50 is lovely

[@linhinh5145]

Tiffany thank you for always being an inspiration! You motivate me a lot in practicing

[@syifaaulia100]

Thanks Tiffany for this insightful talk! I hope I can learn to be more productive & disciplined like you 😊

[@marcelm.2848]

Got my ticket for Bologna can't wait I hope I'll be able to meet you Your videos always motivate me to play more, never stop.

[@yuxuentay4758]

keep it up !! (monthly QnA ) love to watch all your vlog and playing

[@bukit404]

Going through the scales for my piano exam everyday really takes some motivation, luckily i like the pieces, don't even want to mention sight reading.......

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

I get you...never liked technical exercises

[@stkopiano]

Hi Tiffany, how are you? Watching your videos gives me the incentive to practice more and expand the repertoire

[@RochestersGotTalentbyPaulRefic]

even if your practicing never forget your playing for the angelic angels, for people on the utube, just do your best at all times depression is the blues,think of the power of the spring time

[@SJ-12345]

you picked really beautiful places for this video. it was very calming to watch :)

[@lucasqueiroz9158]

YES! This kind of video is really interesting, cause we can have an idea of how an amazing musicist thinks and learn that great musicians are not so different from us (mortals) because they also have hard times.

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

I'm also just a mortal ;)

[@cesarzamorano3722]

Thank you for your videos Tiffany, i would like to see you in South America, your Music is amazing!

[@ian757]

Good vlog Tiffany. I found it very interesting because you spoke about a lot of different aspects of motivation such as dealing with failure and the inevitable huge amount of repetition involved in playing a piece to the standard you need to. The overarching message I got from what you said was that one of the most important things that helps you is the support from your family and that your family includes your friends who make you eat and your on line community who are also a kind of family - as well as your actual family ‘Go mum!” 😊. Keep striving! 😊👍