Parts of the Piano

Only two piano pedals are universally standard, while the third has become misunderstood and forgotten. Learn what they do and how they're notated in sheet music.

While the modern piano was receiving its final touches, the evolution of the piano pedal continued; learn about the three standard foot pedals, and how they became what they are today.

One meaning of "reverse keyboard" is seemingly absurd; the other refers to something aesthetically intriguing! Read more.

Learn how transposing keyboards work, and why they were once very necessary.