![]() What about the relative value of learning exercises instead of learning music? A lot of times musical etudes – advanced ones such as Chopin or Moszkowski or student level etudes of Heller or Burgmuller – can provide the same benefit of strength building you get from Czerny or Hanon with the added benefit of providing pieces of music you can add to your repertoire. By using Hanon or Czerny, you can learn exercises with lots of notes much much quicker than many piano pieces which can have additional elements of complexity not found in these exercises. These exercises can help you develop pure technique without having to deal with nuanced expression, complex rhythms, melodies and countermelodies. ![]() In many cases utilizing Hanon and Czerny can be a great way to develop strength in your playing. But are these exercises in vain or is there a purpose to them?Įxercises are an important part of developing as a pianist. ![]() I also understand that some students can become frustrated by having to practice tedious exercises for hours and hours when they would much rather be playing music. ![]() As always, I welcome everyone’s comments and suggestions when it comes to every topic we cover so please feel free to voice your opinion. There are different perspectives on this important subject. This is a loaded question and it’s a topic that may cause controversy – especially among some piano teachers.
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