https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rAV-XUZ5kWI
This is a wonderful Robert Estrin video on correct hand position. As he points out, a pianist shouldn't be using any muscles to hold the hand position. It should feel comfortable. Check this out.
Showing posts with label Hand Position. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Hand Position. Show all posts
Wednesday, October 1, 2014
Monday, September 29, 2014
Video #8: How to Prevent Injury Playing an Instrument
A great Robert Estrin YouTube video!
Main things to think about:
1. Think holistically. Yoga. Walks. Exercises. Eating healthy.
2. Height of bench is absolutely critical. Arms/wrists should be straight.
3. Don't sit too close to a piano.
4. Proper posture!
5. Take time to adjust the bench, even at a performance.
6. Take frequent breaks in your practice, walking around, stretching arms.
7. Varying the music and practice techniques. Keep it changed up--it'll make a more effective practice.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMEj-IZ4-Yk
Main things to think about:
1. Think holistically. Yoga. Walks. Exercises. Eating healthy.
2. Height of bench is absolutely critical. Arms/wrists should be straight.
3. Don't sit too close to a piano.
4. Proper posture!
5. Take time to adjust the bench, even at a performance.
6. Take frequent breaks in your practice, walking around, stretching arms.
7. Varying the music and practice techniques. Keep it changed up--it'll make a more effective practice.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMEj-IZ4-Yk
Video #7: Hand Position and Finger Technique--That's What it's All About
Wow. I am so impressed with Robert Estrin's YouTube videos on piano technique.
This particular video points out that hand position and finger technique is what it's all about. The one point he makes that is especially important is when maneuvering through a piece with different hand positions, you must instantly place your hand in the new position on the first note of the new passage. For example, you cross under your thumb then INSTANTLY put your hand in the new position.
He says that's critical to learning to playing difficult passages. It's all about hand position and finger technique. When practicing a piece, play one phrase at a time until you have it down. Then practice that phrase with the first note of the next phrase (in the new hand position).
That may be as clear as mud but watch this video because it is really excellent. Wonderful practice ideas!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qF6nqqLQslI
This particular video points out that hand position and finger technique is what it's all about. The one point he makes that is especially important is when maneuvering through a piece with different hand positions, you must instantly place your hand in the new position on the first note of the new passage. For example, you cross under your thumb then INSTANTLY put your hand in the new position.
He says that's critical to learning to playing difficult passages. It's all about hand position and finger technique. When practicing a piece, play one phrase at a time until you have it down. Then practice that phrase with the first note of the next phrase (in the new hand position).
That may be as clear as mud but watch this video because it is really excellent. Wonderful practice ideas!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qF6nqqLQslI
Video #4: Brilliant Fingerwork--Practice Scales Slowly and Raised Fingers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KdWG-zIFY4&index=4&list=RDO6AAkGBc0eg
Another great YouTube video by Robert Estrin on how to develop techniques to get the brilliant fast finger work. The secret he discusses in this video is to practice scales SLOWLY and with RAISED FINGERS.
Another great YouTube video by Robert Estrin on how to develop techniques to get the brilliant fast finger work. The secret he discusses in this video is to practice scales SLOWLY and with RAISED FINGERS.
Video #2: Finger Technique
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O6AAkGBc0eg
Check this out for finger technique. The secret is that as soon as you cross under your thumb, immediately get your hand placed in the next position, ready to play!
Check this out for finger technique. The secret is that as soon as you cross under your thumb, immediately get your hand placed in the next position, ready to play!
Video #1: It's All in the Wrist--Great Octaves Technique
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FkWx0Xwldgk
This is a great website to show how to play octaves effectively.
This is a great website to show how to play octaves effectively.
Friday, August 8, 2014
Proper Hand Position
Study Jon Schmidt's hand position and posture. I love his music--and I love the Piano Guys!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8P9hAN-teOU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8P9hAN-teOU
Friday, June 6, 2014
Proper Hand Position
Maintaining proper hand position while playing the piano is crucial. Here's a great video to show you how:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rAV-XUZ5kWI&index=1&list=RDrAV-XUZ5kWI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rAV-XUZ5kWI&index=1&list=RDrAV-XUZ5kWI
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