Practical Hanon and Schmitt: 40 Exercises from Hanon * 40 Exercises from Schmitt: Piano
40 Exercises from Hanon * 40 Exercises from Schmitt
By Boris Berlin
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Contains 40 exercises by Hanon and 40 by Schmitt to cover the various aspects of finger technique necessary to acquire agility and strength of fingers, freedom of execution, clarity and perfect control of finger-work and touch and many other qualities. Designed for piano students of all grades, these exercises can successfully be practiced by students after one year of piano study.
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Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
44
SKU:
00-PB-0001081
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Why we love this
This collection pairs two of the most respected technical systems in piano pedagogy, giving students exposure to different approaches to finger independence and control. Hanon's methodical, sequential approach complements Schmitt's more varied patterns, so students build consistency without monotony. The 44-page format is practical for studio teachers who want a single resource covering comprehensive technical work.
What to expect
Purposeful and methodical. These exercises strip away musical narrative to isolate the mechanics of finger movement, creating a direct feedback loop where you feel every increment of improvement. The work is demanding but rewarding, offering tangible evidence of growing facility.
Who it's for
Piano students who have completed at least one year of study and are ready to develop technical facility through systematic daily work. Studio teachers looking for a compact, two-system approach to finger technique that covers agility, strength, control, and evenness without requiring multiple books.
How to get the most out of it
- Start slowly enough that you can execute each exercise with complete clarity and control. Speed develops naturally once accuracy is established; rushing undermines the entire purpose of technical work.
- Practice the exercises in different keys or transpositions once you're comfortable with the original versions. This deepens finger independence and transfers technique across the keyboard.
- Schedule regular rotation through the collection rather than working straight through. Alternating between Hanon and Schmitt exercises prevents fatigue and keeps the practice routine fresh.
- Focus on consistent touch and tone production throughout extended runs. Finger agility means nothing if the sound becomes uneven or harsh.
How to use it
Assign these as daily technical work alongside repertoire pieces rather than as performance material. A student progressing through this collection gains the finger independence and clarity needed to tackle intermediate and advanced repertoire with confidence.
Skills your students will build
- Finger independence and isolation across all five fingers
- Consistent finger technique across extended scale-like passages
- Clarity and evenness in scalar and repeated-note patterns
- Strength and endurance in the fingers and hand
- Control of touch and tone production in fast passages
- Finger coordination and synchronized hand movement