Family! Here is a composition I made a while ago using the COPET method as an intro to a hip hop beat I was working on. From my heart and mind to yall, the story I envisioned is the moment Beethoven finally realized his hearing would never be the same. Can you imagine the anguish he felt?! Anyway here is the piece. I want you to listen, and in the comment section tell me what emotions you feel, and tie it to your own story. Enjoy! https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQyJVp2DZNe/?igsh=MWJjNnNqYTRjZ3Ztdw==

It has been a long time since I played my own improvisations for anyone other than whoever was standing in the room. I mentioned a recent one where I set my iPhone down on a piano recently at a friend's house and made up a short song. I placed a link below. https://youtu.be/slG79GEHGQc Thanks also to @Cliff Jones for suggesting I collect some of these into a playlist. Hopefully this link works for you too. No professional editing, these were mostly for me to share with my family. Hope you enjoy them too.

Practicing every day can feel like a grind — but there’s always a reason you keep showing up. Is it the sound of your favorite composer? The challenge of mastering a piece? Or just the peace you feel when you play? 👉 Share your “why” in the comments. Your answer might inspire somebody else to keep going this week.

Welcome to Cliff’s Keys to Mastery — I’m glad you’re here. Before you explore anything, watch the Loom video below. It explains how this community works and the exact path to grow as a pianist using the COPET Method. Once you finish the video, go to Classroom → Start Here. That section will show you: 1. How to book your Piano Audit Call This is a short clarity session where I look at your playing, diagnose what’s holding you back, and give you a personalized path forward. PLEASE BOOK within 3 days of joining as my schedule is rather busy and I want to have the chance to review your technique and playing to help you achieve the best results moving forward. 2. How to navigate the lessons and weekly COPET Masterclasses This is where you’ll build real technique, tone, and artistic identity. 3. How to use the leaderboard and stay consistent The leaderboard makes your progress visible and keeps you accountable. 4. How to introduce yourself in the community Post your intro so I can get to know your goals and point you toward the right resources. Once you complete the Start Here steps, introduce yourself so we can support you from day one. Welcome to the journey. Let’s build your sound and your artistic voice together.

Good morning Family! The other day I woke up feeling introspective, and went to the piano and created this composition to describe how I was feeling. In turn, I created a piece that mixes classical piano elements with hip hop elements (my two loves!) all powered through the COPET method! This is to show you what exactly is possible when you use the method to speak your inner thoughts through the piano. Enjoy! Let me know what yall think in the comments!