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Thanks man, I will definitely try and track those down.

rEalm





"S V G" <vsyevolod@...>
09/18/2003 10:59 AM
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        Subject:        [xl7] Re: Piano Chops



     rEalm,

     In my opinion, there is no substitute for a good teacher.  Even if 
you only stay with it for
a few months or so.  Developing a good hand position and techniques for 
relaxation are key to
increasing your ability to play well and fast in the future.  Getting this 
from a book is not
impossible, just almost impossible.  Finger exercises may get you started, 
though if you develop a
poor hand position from the start, it will cramp your style for years to 
come.  Finding a good
teacher is very difficult, as there are many out there and few who are 
really good.

     I have used the Bartok Microcosmos (up to volume IV) and can 
recommend them highly for much
more than finger exercises.  He is one hellova whacked out dude with 
bizarre ideas about harmony,
modal configurations, polytonality, polymetrics, and polyrhythms.  Playing 
from his books will
change your appreciation and approach to music forever.  Not for the weak 
of heart.  Nor would I
ever suggest them to a six year old...  :)  Who knows how it would warp 
their minds?

        Stephen



<<Speaking of which, anyone know of any good sites with finger exercises 
fro 
improving your chops, or sites with full on piano tutorials?  I haven't 
had much luck finding decent sites...

rEalm>>



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