The Vituosic Pianist Complete: Complete (Smyth-Sewn), Smyth-Sewn Book (Alfred Masterwork Edition)

I bought this method after my piano teacher mentioned it to me. I really regret not having come across it earlier (I was up until very recently 5 years self-taught). The exercices are repetitions of scales according to slightly differing patterns, and therefore indeed boring, BUT they enable you to focus on the articulation of your fingers, speed and flexibility. Some people have pointed out that they are difficult; yes, but they can be done at a slower rhythm, one hand at a time (which is what I do). I have noticed a difference straightaway when moving from them to my usual practice. The perfect warm-up for anyone who is serious about learning the piano!

Quite literally.. the bible for any pianist. Whatever this costs at the time you purchase you will get back a thousand times over. Even the very first lesson is far more effective to warm up and loosen the fingers than any regular scale. You surely will not find a better or more respected collection of piano studies than this (and its amazing value for money too).

If you want to progress with playing piano then this book is really helpful. The exercises are progressive and the purpose of each is explained. They also do what they say on the tin, so to speak. The comb binding makes it easy to work from on a music stand. These exercises will give structure and purpose to your technical practice time. Thoroughly recommend.

Excellent product. Thank you. My daughter love this book.

Title says it all. Still worth having though IMHO. Has helped me a lot. Using it before every practice session.

This is an excellent structured book for developing technique and strengthening hands and I benefited from it quickly. It revealed and addressed weaknesses in my hands and in my technique. I wish I had this years ago, as I had found some pieces too hard to play and it turns out all I needed was help with my technique and strengthening.This is a vital purchase for anyone who wants to play well.

Loved the spiral binding as it fits on piano music rest easily. Very comprehensive and very challenging _ only up to exercise 9 so plenty to keep me busy

Exactly what I was after. Hanon is in the public domain due to its age so you can get an electronic copy for free but this is much tidier/clearer to read than the freely available pdf, and more convenient to read at the piano!