Monday 25 February 2013

About Piano: Essentials of Piano Fingering

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From Brandy Kraemer, your Guide to Piano

Essentials of Piano Fingering
Good fingering is a valuable skill to have as a pianist. When you practice piano fingering, you're enabling your fingers to execute new techniques, master awkward positions, and exercise speed and flexibility. Practicing fingering may seem tedious at first, but stick with it; your fingers will adjust quickly.

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