On Piano Playing: Motion, Sound, and Expression by Gyorgy Sandor
On Piano Playing: Motion, Sound, and Expression by Gyorgy Sandor
English | 1995 | ISBN: 0028722809 | 240 Pages | DJVU | 7,3 MB
English | 1995 | ISBN: 0028722809 | 240 Pages | DJVU | 7,3 MB
Points out common errors pianists make, shows the correct way to play basic technical patterns, and gives exercises for improving coordination, strength, and flexibility.
Review:
This remarkable book is perhaps the most outstanding written resource available to pianists pursuing efficient, effective, pain-free technique on their instrument. In a little over 200 pages, Sandor provides an exceptionally thorough and readable analysis of piano technique with ample diagrams, photographs, and musical samples. At every turn he displays a detailed understanding of human physiology and the means to use it to produce musical effect without excess strain, effort, or injury. Very impressive, very accessible, it's a "must-read".