Piano Variations

Hanon or Schmitt?
Jonathan Baker Jonathan Baker

Hanon or Schmitt?

The Virtuoso Pianist in 60 Exercises is often confused with Aloys Schmitt’s Essential Exercises.

This short essay explains the origins of each volume of piano exercises that are of value to piano students around the world.

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15-Minute Piano Practice
Jonathan Baker Jonathan Baker

15-Minute Piano Practice

No time to practice the piano? Actually, you can gain a useful practice session in 15 minutes. This practical guide is for beginner through advanced piano students.

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