Reply to Learning to play piano

I learned a bit about the theory of music from this article., but now I want to take things further. I figure it will help me get a better sense of music if I learn how to play the piano. It will of course also give me one more tool in the box to create unique mixes.

I believe I will try using the free GarageBand video's as a start. Depending on how well this works, I might buy additional lessons.

Aside from this I am looking to buy a MIDI keyboard piano. So far it seems like the Korg microKontrol is a good fit, since it also seems to offer quite a bit of functionality for launching samples and controlling channels etc making it a good companion for a DJ. I have small hands so I might not be affected by the fact that the kes on this controller are supposedly very close together. I am not sure if the German version also includes Live 4 Korg Edition, which would obviously be nice to have as a start (wonder what the upgrade to Live 8 costs?).

I am open to other suggestions for a MIDI controller or hints about how I can learn how to play the piano on my own.