101 Exercises For Piano - Softcover

All these Op 261 studies are short (from one page down to four bars), forming a handy bite-sized task in a welcome variety of keys for pianists with limited practice time. Purpose-of-exercise descriptions (like 'For rotation and to equalise hand') are helpfully preserved... Music Teacher Magazine, October 2010 ...pupils can once again explore the plethora of technical conundrums with these enjoyable, melodious and, always short studies. No example is longer than 32 bars and the majority are a mere eight bars in length. They are a pleasurable way of developing even fingers in chord laying, double thirds, Alberti bass, arpeggios, scales, acciaccaturas, trills, repeated notes, shared melodies between hands and may more technical tricks. They are an absolute `must' for enthusiastic Intermediate students who will be able to work at many of these studies, and for advanced students to use as daily exercises. Piano Professional, Autumn 2008

A brand new edition from Faber Music of Carl Czerny's famous piano studies. Czerny's most important legacy is that of a teacher of piano & composition & above all as a writer of studies which develop both technique & musicianship. These 101 Exercises For Piano cover a wide range of piano technique in a clear and concise manner, focusing on strengthening fingers, developing stylistic awareness and improving technical control. Edited by Christine Brown, there are helpful practice notes included, making this an invaluable resource for every pianist, whether beginner or returning to piano study.