Marc Larochelle

Born in New Hampshire (USA) and moved to California in 1991 having graduated with a Music Business Degree from the University of Massachusetts. My instrument was the Alto Saxophone but always loved keyboards more! Started as an intern with NAMM (the National Association of Music Merchants) in Carlsbad California.

From there started my own software development company called "Productive Computing" as my day job but kept playing keyboards in various original rock bands since high school.

In 2017 I started the YouTube channel called "My Keys To Music" which focuses on people who are looking to use Nord keyboards or who already use Nord keyboards and they want to master them. I also like building and leading a community of like-minded musicians with a passion for keyboards and great music.

What? The Nord Piano 5 Videos Have Been Removed, Here Is a Temporary Solution

Marc Larochelle 09/25/2023 10:53am 3 minute read

Announcements

Do you own or use a Nord Piano 5? Well, apparently, Nord has switched distributors in the U.K. Normally, I wouldn’t make a blog article about such...

How To Sync Sounds From Your Nord Rack 2X To Your Nord Electro 6

Marc Larochelle 08/30/2023 10:02am 4 minute read

Equipment: Nord Keyboards | Equipment: MIDI Controllers | Equipment: Accessories | Ask Marc Anything

@andrewredford9112 asks: Hi Marc, perhaps you could answer a question for me: Is it possible to play sounds from my Nord Rack 2X and my Electro 6 at the same time...

My Top App Recommendations to Manage Programs, Sounds, and Songs for Nord Keyboardists

Marc Larochelle 06/13/2023 12:00pm 4 minute read

Equipment: Software | Ask Marc Anything

Berthold asks: Dear Marc, Your Youtube video regarding "Serious Considerations" mentioned an outside app to manage the programs, sounds, etc.,...

Syntorial 2.0 Announcement

Marc Larochelle 06/07/2023 6:00am 3 minute read

Announcements | Equipment: Software

Inside the 2.0: Challenge Full Synth Primer Quiz You can check out the official Press Release below. Marc 🎹 ========= PRESS RELEASE =============...

Don’t Settle for Less – Why Every Keyboardist With Big Ambitions Needs a Small Mixing Board 🤔

Marc Larochelle 05/30/2023 10:53am 4 minute read

Equipment: Accessories | Ask Marc Anything

Carson asks: I've seen a lot online about people recommending the use of a small keyboard mixer in a live setting to send to the FOH Front of...

The Great Debate: Should Keyboard Players Sit or Stand?

Marc Larochelle 04/28/2023 11:30am 4 minute read

Learning Piano/Keyboard

As a keyboard player, one of the critical decisions you need to make is whether to sit or stand while playing. This seemingly simple choice can impact...

Can you use a swell pedal and bass pedal with the switch simultaneously? 🤔

Marc Larochelle 03/22/2023 12:35pm 4 minute read

Ask Marc Anything

@wrightmusicc386 asks: Can you use a swell pedal and bass pedal with the switch simultaneously? Hello @wrightmusicc386, great question! If I understand your...

Six Different Ways to Setup Sound/PA for Keyboardists

Marc Larochelle 03/22/2023 12:26pm 12 minute read

Equipment: Nord Keyboards | Equipment: Audio | Learning Piano/Keyboard

I thought we would take a moment and talk about six different sound/PA setups for keyboardists for a typical gig performance and live setup. I've...

Understanding the Different Styles of Nord Keybeds

Marc Larochelle 01/23/2023 1:11pm 5 minute read

Nord Keyboards Buyers Guide | Learning Piano/Keyboard

People often ask about “Nord Keybeds” and wonder what is best for them, especially for keyboards like the Nord Stage 3, which provides 3...

What is the difference between my Patreon subscription and my paid courses?🤔

Marc Larochelle 12/21/2022 8:15am 4 minute read

Ask Marc Anything

I joined your Patreon. Does this mean I’ll continue to have access to the Nord Stage 3 course without the $33 yearly renewal? Summarized...

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