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The Architecture of Piano Technique

by Doug Hanvey | May 2, 2015 | Learning, Practicing & Playing Piano

What can architecture teach us about piano playing? One of the most fundamental building structures is the arch. The arch is an incredibly stable structure that has allowed buildings …Share...

The Piano Student Who Lived a Short Distance from His Body

by Doug Hanvey | April 18, 2015 | Teaching Piano

If you’re like most piano teachers, you’ve had students, often teens or adults, who are awkward, stiff, or use too much force when playing. These students are often highly intellectual, …Share...
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