Hanon: The Virtuoso Pianist in Sixty Exercises
Essential Piano Technique Exercises for Developing Finger Independence and Strength
The Virtuoso Pianist in Sixty Exercises by Charles-Louis Hanon is a timeless classic that has helped generations of pianists master their technique. First published over 100 years ago, this Schirmer edition remains one of the most widely used piano methods for developing finger independence, strength, and overall musical dexterity.
Why You'll Love Hanon: The Virtuoso Pianist:
- Proven Method for All Skill Levels: Whether you’re a beginner or an intermediate player, these progressive exercises help you build a solid technical foundation, making them essential for anyone serious about improving their piano technique.
- Develop Key Piano Skills: The 60 exercises focus on improving finger control, coordination, strength, and independence, making this book a critical resource for building speed and precision at the piano.
- Widely Adopted by Piano Teachers: Millions of copies have been sold worldwide, and this method is often recommended by piano instructors to students aiming to enhance their technical proficiency.
- Accessible & Affordable: As one of the first American editions of Hanon’s exercises, this edition is affordable while retaining the quality and pedagogical integrity of the original text.
- Classic Piano Resource: Over 100 years after its debut, The Virtuoso Pianist remains a cornerstone of piano education, used in both private lessons and music schools worldwide.
Features:
- 60 Progressive Exercises: Step-by-step exercises that increase in difficulty, focusing on key technical aspects of piano playing.
- Focus on Finger Independence and Strength: Perfect for pianists aiming to develop greater control and precision across both hands.
- Ideal for Self-Study or Instruction: A great supplement to piano lessons, this book is perfect for self-study, and its methodical approach makes it accessible for pianists of all ages and skill levels.
Perfect for:
- Piano students looking to improve technical skills
- Teachers in search of a proven piano technique method
- Pianists who want to build speed and precision for more advanced repertoire