The 8 Best Piano Exercises to Progress Quickly

The definitive guide to piano practice methods, covering hands-separate practice, parallel sets, memorization, mental play, and speed building. Based on teachings of Mlle. Yvonne Combe.

Chuan C. Chang

A detailed guide to piano technique covering finger action, arm weight, staccato, pedaling, practice methods, and memorization. Written by a Cambridge-educated concert pianist (revised 2020).

Paul White

A complete reference guide to all major and minor chords and scales in every key. Includes practice tips, the circle of fifths, and formulas for building chords and scales.

Pianote (Lisa Witt)

Explores touch, tone, pedaling, body rhythm, fingering, and virtuosity principles. Written by a composer-pianist for intermediate players looking to refine their technique.

Alan Belkin

The classic finger exercise collection for building agility, independence, strength, and evenness. Part I contains 20 preparatory exercises with progressive metronome markings.

Charles-Louis Hanon