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Exercises, etudes, workbooks, and more. Improve your technical skills faster than ever.

Piano technique

Hanon exercises

The benefits of Hanon exercises for piano players

The Hanon exercises have been a staple of the practice routines of virtuoso pianists for over a century. Originally developed by Charles-Louis Hanon, “The Virtuoso Pianist in Sixty Exercises” is widely celebrated for its ability to enhance finger strength, dexterity, and endurance. No matter if you are a beginner first exploring the Hanon exercises, or …

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chord inversions

Mastering piano chord inversions and techniques

Musicians use chords to express emotion and narrative, chord inversions give you more options on how to play a chord. This variation is achieved with subtle changes to harmonic movement and feeling by stacking the chord tones in different orders. Through this article, Skoove will help you explore how piano chord inversions work as well …

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chord progressions

Piano chord progression guide for beginners

What is a chord progression? Chords are the foundation of most music. They shape emotion, provide structure and add colour. Played in sequence their meaning is influenced by context. The relationship between chords is called a chord progression, what we’ll be looking at in this article. Understanding and writing chord progressions is key for any …

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piano hand exercises

Piano hand exercises for stronger hands and fingers

Picture this: You finally have a quiet moment to sit down and practice piano. Your fingers are hovering over the keys, ready to play that piece you’ve been practicing for months. But suddenly, your hands feel awkward, your fingers struggle to find their place, and the melody just doesn’t sound the way you imagined. Sound …

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piano drills

How to play piano drills?

Piano drills are an excellent way to build your foundational skills at the piano. These exercises have been practiced by generations of pianists and enhance muscle memory, precision, and musical expression. In this article we will explore the role of piano drills and check out how they can help beginning and experienced pianists refine their …

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hand rotation

Single and double hand rotation at the piano

Hand rotation is an important yet often overlooked element of piano technique. Hand rotation involved the subtle and controlled rotation of the hands to facilitate more smooth and efficient playing. Understanding and implementing proper hand rotation can enhance your playing, reduce strain on your arms, and increase your speed and accuracy. In this article, we …

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