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The Practice Sleuths Episode #4

The Practice Sleuths Episode #4

By Informance, 2025-05-29
Posted in: Practising, Technique

Our sleuths Graham Fitch and Adina Mornell explore fresh, modern approaches to technical exercises – moving beyond Hanon into the world of improvisation, jazz-inspired warm-ups and artistic etudes!

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The Practice Sleuths Episode #4
The Practice Sleuths Episode #3

The Practice Sleuths Episode #3

By Informance, 2025-04-10
Posted in: Practising, Technique

Our sleuths Graham Fitch and Adina Mornell explore the benefits, drawbacks and modern applications of Hanon’s exercises, looking at how they fit into today’s understanding of piano technique and pedagogy.

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The Practice Sleuths Episode #3
Preparing to Play Octaves

Preparing to Play Octaves

By Informance, 2023-10-19
Posted in: Technique

Insights on how to start building octave technique from Graham Fitch’s new module on the Online Academy.

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Preparing to Play Octaves
Tips for Better Piano Technique

Tips for Better Piano Technique

By Informance, 2023-09-14
Posted in: Technique

A common refrain amongst pianists is that they lack the technique required to tackle many of the pieces they yearn to play. In this blog post we provide some simple, often overlooked ways to build good foundations and make better progress with your playing.

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Tags: exercisesforearm rotationwarm-up sequencewrist
Tips for Better Piano Technique
Resources for Improving Piano Technique

Resources for Improving Piano Technique

By Informance, 2023-08-09
Posted in: Technique

Discover resources for improving your piano technique for beginners, teachers and pianists seeking a technical “refresher”!

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Tags: exercisesfingeringHanon
Resources for Improving Piano Technique
Tips for Using Technical Exercises & Studies

Tips for Using Technical Exercises & Studies

By Informance, 2022-04-07
Posted in: Technique

Many pianists use exercises & studies to improve their technique. However, practising them can often become mindless, unproductive, and potentially put the pianist at risk of injury. This week’s blog post provides tips and suggestions for using exercises & studies effectively while avoiding tension and boredom!

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Tags: berensexercisesHanonstudies
Tips for Using Technical Exercises & Studies
Mastering Piano Technique

Mastering Piano Technique

By Informance, 2021-10-21
Posted in: Technique

The Online Academy’s technique resources present a variety of recognised approaches to mastering piano technique, enabling you to realise your musical and artistic intentions at the piano.

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Tags: Czerny Op 599exercisesforearm rotationHanonpiano techniquestudies
Mastering Piano Technique
Improving Your Left Hand

Improving Your Left Hand

By Graham Fitch, 2021-05-20
Posted in: Technique

Do you feel that your left hand is weaker than your right hand and is holding you back in your piano playing? We all have a dominant hand, and for…

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Tags: berensexercisesleft handPaul Wittgensteinsymmetrical inversiontechnique
Improving Your Left Hand
Czerny’s Exercises and Etudes

Czerny’s Exercises and Etudes

By Informance, 2021-04-29
Posted in: Technique

Ilga Pitkevica discusses Czerny’s legacy and introduces her new video lecture series on his Practical Method for Beginners on the Pianoforte (Op. 599)

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Czerny’s Exercises and Etudes
A Balanced Approach to Exercises and Studies

A Balanced Approach to Exercises and Studies

By Graham Fitch, 2021-03-09
Posted in: Technique

A balanced approach to using exercises and studies to solve specific pianistic problems.

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Tags: exercisesfinger exercisesfive-finger exercisesHanonHanon exercisespolyrhythmstudiestechnique
A Balanced Approach to Exercises and Studies

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