Can it be that traditional ways of learning are backward? Should fundamentals really come first, followed by "fun stuff" only after achieving a level of mastery of the basics? This talk proposes that to optimize learning, getting "quick wins" early is a better way.


Zach Evans is a professional pianist and piano teacher specializing in the art of accelerated learning; using what we know about the brain to learn piano faster and more efficiently. He's taught hundreds of students, both in-person and online.

Zach grew up in Wisconsin, and attended the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. There, he studied piano under Dr. Eli Kalman, honing his skills and knowledge and developing his method of learning. After graduating, he moved to Nashville where he earned a reputation as one of the top piano teachers in the area. While there, he started posting his teachings online and quickly grew a following of students interested in learning faster and more effectively. He currently resides in Los Angeles. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx