What is a Piano? The piano is a keyboard instrument that creates sound when small hammers strike strings inside the instrument after a key is pressed. Keys: Usually 88 (52 white + 36 black) Sound: Combines string and percussion elements Types: Grand Piano (large, used in concerts) Upright Piano (vertical, fits in homes) Digital Piano (electronic, portable) 🔹 Why Is It Special? Can play all notes of a full orchestra Great for solo, accompaniment, or composing Used in classical, jazz, pop, film music, and more 🔹 Famous Pianists Ludwig van Beethoven Frédéric Chopin Lang Lang Yanni A. R. Rahman (uses digital piano in film scores) 🔹 Learning Piano Helps: Develop hand-eye coordination Improve musical theory knowledge Train ear for pitch and harmony Strengthen memory and concentration 🔹 Fun Fact The piano was invented in Italy around the year 1700 by Bartolomeo Cristofori. If you'd like help learning how to play piano, choosing a digital one, or finding beginner lessons—I got you! 🎶
