Studying the exercises in Hanon's The Virtuoso Pianist is a rite of passage for serious piano players--and it has been for over 100 years. A staple of conservatory curricula around the world, the thorough technical training offered by this book is unmatched by any other. Hanon's drills are divided into three distinct sections, progressing from simple to complex. The first set aims to develop strength and independence in the fingers. The second set moves on to scales and arpeggios. The final group of exercises is considerably more difficult and focuses on surmounting the greatest technical challenges of piano playing. This part includes repeated notes, repeated double notes, scales in thirds and octaves, tremolos, trills, and more. The Virtuoso Pianist is a challenging and instructive book for players of all ages, skill levels, and traditions.

A slight condensation of Hanon's first exercises. The simplification in layout and range make the exercises appear less difficult to a young student.

(Music Sales America). Inspired by Charles-Louis Hanon's The Virtuoso Pianist the essential technical method for any classical player these new volumes present a modern-day equivalent for the musician seeking to play the key piano styles of the 20th century. Each book develops basic technique and true facility in each genre through authentic, progressive exercises and etudes. The music in these books is fun to play for pianists at every level, building the necessary skills in each style while providing extensive musical and stylistic insight.

Book 3 includes attractive musical etudes by Carl Czerny, Johann F. Burgmuller and Stephen Heller and select exercises by Charles-Louis Hanon. The studies are organized into four units, each focusing on mastering a particular skill. Performance suggestions for each study are included, along with composer biographies and suggested practice alternatives for the Hanon etudes. Includes 16 studies by Czerny, 5 by Burgmuller (including "The Pearls" and "The Storm"), and 8 by Heller (including "Through Wind and Rain" and "Novelette").

(Educational Piano Library). Drawing on the original G. Schirmer edition, this new G. Schirmer edition in the Hal Leonard Student Piano Library was created with today's developing pianist in mind. This fresh look at Hanon's popular studies includes innovative student worksheets; "virtuoso" variation suggestions; informative historical and biographical facts; chromatic-scale exercises, and fully orchestrated accompaniments for each exercise in a variety of styles. The audio is accessed online using the unique code inside each book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.

(Educational Piano Solo). Since its first publication in 1873, Charles-Louis Hanon's Le Pianiste Virtuose ( The Virtuoso Pianist ) has became an undisputed classic, the staple of technical study in music schools and conservatories worldwide. Easy Hanon is a simplified version of the first part of the book (20 exercises), along with the major and minor scales, arpeggios, and additional excerpts. The exercises have been shortened and condensed to make them more accessible for the elementary to intermediate level pianist. A bonus practicing plan created by the editor includes suggested rhythmic and articulation variations to the exercises. Includes: exercises 1-20; exercises for turning the thumb under; preparatory exercises for the scale; major and minor scales; chromatic scales; arpeggios; practicing plan; and more!

(Educational Piano Library). Drawing on the original G. Schirmer edition, this new G. Schirmer edition in the Hal Leonard Student Piano Library was created with today's developing pianist in mind. This fresh look at Hanon's popular studies includes innovative student worksheets, 'virtuoso' variation suggestions, informative historical and biographical facts, and chromatic-scale exercises.

(Piano Adventures Supplementary). While nearly every pianist's training includes the renowned exercises of Charles-Louis Hanon, the power and weight of the modern grand requires an updated approach. This unique edition introduces vital pianistic warm-ups and routines that ensure correct gesture and relaxation. The pedagogical sequence omits inefficient and potentially damaging exercises and presents a long-needed pathway for dexterity and gesture that newly advances the virtuoso pianist. * Includes selected exercises from Hanon's The Virtuoso Pianist, Parts 1 and 2 * New transformative warm-ups develop gesture, dexterity, and virtuosity * For students in Levels 3A, 3B, and above