An outstanding compilation of piano etudes and exercises from the ever-popular Bürgmuller's 25 Progressive Pieces, Opus 100, Czerny's Practical Method for Beginners on the Piano, Opus 599, and Hanon's The Virtuoso Pianist. Etudes are organized into four units according to difficulty and emphasize different aspects of technique and musicianship. Hanon exercises are included within each unit to reinforce the need for finger strength, independence and agility. Information about each composer's life, music and books is also provided.

While there are many composers who have written excellent piano etudes and exercises, the most famous, popular, and useful etudes are by Johann Friedrich Burgmuller (1806-1874), Carl Czerny (1791-1857), Charles-Louis Hanon (1819-1900) and Stephen Heller (1814-1881). Included in this volume are selected etudes from Burgmuller's "Twenty-five Progressive Pieces, Op. 100", "18 Characteristic Studies, Op. 109", and Hanon's "The Virtuoso Pianist." Etudes by Czerny were selected from Op. 139, Op. 599, Op. 718, Op. 823, and Op. 849. Brief biographies of the composers and practicing hints from Ingrid Clarfield are included.

32 piano studies selected for technique and musicality. The etudes are organized into units acccording to specific technical concepts. Each unit contains etudes that emphasize different aspects of technique andf musicianship.

Since its first publication in 1873, Charles-Louis Hanon's Le Pianiste Virtuose (The Virtuoso Pianist) has became an undisputed classic, the staple of technical study in music schools and conservatories worldwide. Easy Hanon is a simplified version of the first part of the book (20 exercises), along with the major and minor scales, arpeggios, and additional excerpts. The exercises have been shortened and condensed to make them more accessible for the elementary to intermediate level pianist. A bonus practicing plan created by the editor includes suggested rhythmic and articulation variations to the exercises. Includes: exercises 1-20; exercises for turning the thumb under; preparatory exercises for the scale; major and minor scales; chromatic scales; arpeggios; practicing plan; and more!

This book by MI faculty instructor Peter Deneff is intended as a sort of guitar sequel to Hanon's piano classic The Virtuoso Pianist in Sixty Exercises. He teaches beginning to professional guitarists 51 exercises, covering: diatonic and chromatic scales; major, minor, dominant and half-diminished seventh arpeggios; whole tones; diminished arpeggios; and more.

While nearly every pianist's training includes the renowned exercises of Charles-Louis Hanon, the power and weight of the modern grand requires an updated approach. This unique edition introduces vital pianistic warm-ups and routines that ensure correct gesture and relaxation. The pedagogical sequence omits inefficient and potentially damaging exercises and presents a long-needed pathway for dexterity and gesture that newly advances the virtuoso pianist. · Includes selected exercises from Hanon's The Virtuoso Pianist, Parts 1 and 2 · New transformative warm-ups develop gesture, dexterity, and virtuosity · For students in Levels 3A, 3B, and above View Helpful Introductory Videos Here

Edited by Gayle Kowalchyk and E. L. Lancaster.Hanon for Students, Book 1, contains the first six exercises from The Virtuoso Pianist, Book 1. The exercises are notated in eighth notes for one octave so that students may begin to use them effectively at the late-elementary level. Each exercise appears five times to be played with a legato touch, varied articulation, varied dynamics, varied rhythm, and transposed to F or G.

Edited by Gayle Kowalchyk and E. L. Lancaster. Hanon for Students, Book 2, contains exercises 7Â-13 from The Virtuoso Pianist, Book 1. The exercises are notated in eighth notes for one octave so that students may begin to use them effectively at the early-intermediate level. Each exercise appears five times to be played with a legato touch, varied articulation, varied dynamics, varied rhythm, and transposed to B-flat or D.

Edited by Gayle Kowalchyk and E. L. Lancaster. Hanon for Students, Book 3, contains exercises 14Â-20 from The Virtuoso Pianist, Book 1. The exercises are notated in eighth notes for one octave so that students may begin to use them effectively at the intermediate level. Each exercise appears five times to be played with a legato touch, varied articulation, varied dynamics, varied rhythm, and transposed to E-flat or A.

Drawing on the original G. Schirmer edition, this new G. Schirmer edition in the Hal Leonard Student Piano Library was created with today's developing pianist in mind. This fresh look at Hanon's popular studies includes innovative student worksheets; virtuoso variation suggestions; informative historical and biographical facts; chromatic-scale exercises, and fully orchestrated accompaniments for each exercise in a variety of styles. The audio is accessed online using the unique code inside each book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.

Drawing on the original G. Schirmer edition, this new G. Schirmer edition in the Hal Leonard Student Piano Library was created with today's developing pianist in mind. This fresh look at Hanon's popular studies includes innovative student worksheets; 'virtuoso' variation suggestions; informative historical and biographical facts; chromatic-scale exercises, and fully orchestrated accompaniments for each exercise in a variety of styles on CD or GM disk. The CD includes both a practice and a performance tempo for each exercise. Download a complimentary Virtuoso Variations chart for these Hanon exercises today!

For this edition, Mr. Schaum has used eighth notes instead of sixteenth notes and has indicated hands played two octaves apart for ease in reading. With the modifications indicated by Mr. Schaum, this valuable set of exercises is suitable for elementary students

Frenchman Charles Louis Hanon (1819-1900) first published The Virtuoso Pianist in 1874. It became especially well-known as the world's most often used finger exercises for piano after the 1900 G. Schirmer edition was published, translated into English. This new edition has been re-researched, with fresh and easy to read music engravings, and with an historical and pedagogical preface by Matthew Edwards.

Includes the complete Bk.1 and excerpts from Bks. 2 & 3 of "The Virtuoso Pianist" arranged in a simplified & condensed format.

The famous finger training exercises by Hanon for specifically improving strength, dexterity and independence. Exercises cover basic techniques and typical musical contexts which can be transferred to all kinds of styles. New edition with clearly legible notation and modernized texts.

A Willis best-seller. The famed Hanon exercises have been specially edited, annotated and arranged by John Thompson. They've also been given new titles e.g. The Lame Duck for drop-roll exercises, and Ice Skating for legato playing. Suggested technique companion to JT Modern Course Grade 1.

A Willis best-seller. An advanced supplement to Book 1, also edited and arranged by John Thompson to develop finger independence and artistic virtuosity. Suggested companion book to JT Modern Course Grade 3.

The complete Hanon exercises.

Since the first release of this classic Schirmer edition over 100 years ago, almost anyone who has taken piano lessons for more than two years has played from The Virtuoso Pianist. Millions of copies have been sold of these progressive exercises which guide a player's technique, building finger independence and strength. This was the first American edition released of this music, and remains a classic at a remarkably affordable price.

Complete in one volume.

Complete in one volume.

Complete in one volume.

Complete in one volume.

Complete in one volume.