Simple Exercise for Finger independence on Piano

[@jazerleepiano]

What do you find challenging about this Hanon?

[@Klex816]

The coordination I need to have on both of my hands even though they're playing the same thing.

[@matthewbrown995]

@@Klex816 same

[@grannysmith8587]

If the technique is clear, the challenge is to offline the brain and trust the own abilities without thinking

[@shaonantriggersu4886]

To play each note with steady timing and volume

[@jenfessionsxo4615]

Speed is the most challenging part for me.

[@keshabkaflay9075]

For an independent adult learner, you are an excellent teacher. Keep it up sir for us an all.

[@jazerleepiano]

Thanks so much keshab :)

[@quaffie]

but just as an addition

[@gaudycouturist4856]

Love it! Started piano when I was 6, never really had interested? Retraining myself as an adult, this by far increased my finger strength. The next day, fingers were sore, in a good way, excellent teacher, learned a lot, Thank you sir!

[@berkhangut4751]

how long did practice that day?

[@trs4437]

I bought Hanon this past summer on the advice of this video. I was frustrated with weakness in fingers 4 and 5 and general clumsiness. I’m not far in but already the first half dozen exercises, which I use to warm up, have had a significant impact on my technique, especially accuracy, with which I’m most concerned at my level. I’m grateful for Jazer introducing this invaluable resource. Thanks!

[@dauntiekay2768]

At first this exercise looks complicated but after you explained it, it looked simple and then when I tried it out-- it was actually fun to do and now at every chance I am at the piano playing these exercises and looking for more of them! I have to say that since watching your videos piano has taken on anew look to me and I actually look forward to practice--thank you for all the wonderful videos and the work you put into them!

[@andyr8812]

Many thanks! I'm 58, never played any instrument before, and wanted to start to play piano now. As I am trying to teach myself by watching different videos, I believe that this video is absolutely the best way to start. For a beginner, the most important thing is to be able to move and control all the fingers, otherwise, it is just impossible to play piano. This was hard to start with, but I feel now that I have my hands and fingers under much more control now. So I will keep practicing!

[@sisisisi9416]

how’s it going so far?

[@borderbuddies]

I found your tutorial by chance. I started piano lessons 2 years ago and frustrated by the slow process. A full time job and life often gets in the way of practising piano. I loved your advise on finger independence and how to practice. Will give it a go. Your explanations are logical and good to understand. Never thought about that the brain needs time to process and loves repetitions. Thanks for that 😊

[@nonhlemhlongo2867]

You're the best teacher, God bless you richly

[@jazerleepiano]

Thanks so much Nonhle! Blessings to you :)

[@markkunz8485]

I just got my new piano yesterday. I've never played keyboard before, but have always wanted to. I have to say, watching Mr. Lee play this exercise was amazing! I was a helicopter pilot in the military and fully understand how the brain has to adapt to each hand and each foot accomplishing tasks that vary from each other, and to do them at the same time, but OMGosh! Watching Mr. Lee do this "simple" exercise made me wonder if those were really his hands playing, or if they were independent animals stuck to the end of his arms playing their piece apart from each other. Wow! I can't wait to get started!

[@sharkhead216]

The control and strength you have in each of those fingers accurately hitting the keys and all at the same intensity is awe-inspiring! I'm still trying to stop my fingers from flailing and the wet fish grip-strength of my ring and pinky finger is embarrassing compared to yours- it really motivates me push harder haha! Hopefully this time next year I'll be somewhat comparable at least in the control of my hands :)

[@meganwoehl5277]

Thank you! I taught myself a few songs as a kid, but am now trying to properly learn as an adult. I bought an adult beginners book and was doing pretty well until it came to playing the C chord with my left hand. I started googling to figure out why it was so hard for me, and found out i have weak finger indepedence between my 4th and 5th LH fingers. Hoping this exercise helps so I can make my way through my book

[@dalidaniyazova7478]

Thank you, Jaser, for your advices! They arr precious!

[@MS-hw8mv]

Playing one complete song is top of my bucket list. Starting with your lessons.... thanks.

[@annefreeman2249]

Learning from accordion teacher with my 2 brothers we called that exercise as a speed drill. Fond memories of playing with my brothers and the challenges that came with it. Thanks.

[@arte7896]

I'm very thankful for this guy posting all this

[@marciahorton2203]

I wish I would have seen this particular video of yours about 2 weeks ago. I started to work on Hanon One then but I have been so self conscience about my fingers not resting on the keys while one was playing ( I hope that I am saying that right) that I started to get myself depressed. But while watching this video I can see that your fingers are not all resting on the keys while one is playing. Maybe now I can relax about that and concentrate more on the actual exercise. I will go slow at first and very gradually build up speed while keeping accuracy a priority. Thank you for this video.

[@lostinbeauty7129]

OMG, this is the very exercise that I have been doing for the past few weeks, only not going up the 2 octaves. You make it look so easy. I have a degenerative neurological disease and I am losing the fine motor skills in my hands. I am trying to learn to play the piano partly because I love it so much, but also as a way to keep what's left of my fingers alive. It's a huge struggle, but amazingly, I am improving. The problem I have with this exercise is that the 4th finger on my right hand has almost no independent movement. Any finger exercises that you are aware of? BTW, I have subscribed to your channel. You seem like a terrific teacher.

[@Kitsuneuzuma]

I hope you pursue your piano playing, I hope your hands won't be too much of a hassle so all of us can still play the piano!

[@Janespianojournal]

I really like how you explain this exercise. I came here because I'm stucked with Prelude in C from Bach. I never liked playing Hanon because it's challenging, especially the speed. Everytime I watched someone on yt playing these exercises, they played it insanely fast and I always tought I couldn't do it "right". But I need to start slow, otherwise I will never get better with my hand independence. :D And you explained the pattern so well that now I'm willing to work on it :) Thank you!

[@Abhishek-ts4yu]

Sir , I must admit, I finally found my piano guru, thanks a lot. Love from india

[@OendelVeiga]

Hi Jazer! I have been visiting this channel since, like, a couple of months by now. But I had no instrument for practice. Until now. A digital one had arrived, and one of the first things that i'd tried was exactly this one. Maybe because deep thoughts since last episodes, the simple run up, both hands were smooth, just hadn't payed attention to the turn to run down, and the run down where not to easy, with both hands. Have to say that I'm a level 000, which means, I have never had the experience to play before. On the other hand, your lessons and considerations have been, and will be part of my contruction as a piano player. Thank you for been so devoted to this art.

[@oliwork8030]

Thank you, that brilliant advice on strengthening your finger as well as speeding it.

[@ruthkiarie9818]

You are such an a mazing teacher. Love how you slow down and explain in a way we can understand. You are my main coach online. Kudos!!

[@fanio7201]

The way those fingers move!! So awesome 🤩

[@joegrant6277]

Thank you for making me aware of Hanon. Never heard of him before but have been practicing his #1 exercise. There are places on the web that teach his other exercises. I really appreciate you advise and instruction. Very helpful.

[@annefreeman2249]

Refreshing practice. Thanks.

[@litt0sunshine]

jaw dropped at the beginning. I just found your channel and is enjoying it

[@pambeals3254]

Jazer, I like your videos and have subscribed to your channel. I deeply admire your kindness, excellent teaching methods and obvious love of beautiful music. I am a senior adult who studied piano as a child, have not played in years, but have recently begun to play again for my own enjoyment. I’m so glad I did. Your suggestions have been very helpful and encouraging. Thank you for your sharing heart! ❤

[@vydyu]

I thought we should always keep our fingers close to the keys, but I noticed that when you played staccato, your hand and fingers jumped. In fact, it is a relief to see that it can be so.

[@arnoldmarctan2138]

You are an excellent Music Teacher and a fantastic communicator. Your videos are a delight to watch. Thanking you from Melb, Australia. Best wishes for 2019!

[@jazerleepiano]

Thanks much Dr Tan! :D

[@tylerexplotstex2661]

Yes I agree @Dr Arnold Marc Tan

[@Zehuafan_2007]

Dr Arnold Marc Tan bruh

[@cynthia7445]

I ordered the book and I start lessons in two weeks. I wanted to practice the exercises in advance. I have a hard time keeping my pinkies down, so that will be my focus for now.

[@anar3915]

For me the hardest part is to play it up to speed, but even at a slower pace I find these exercises really helpful! Thanks for the video and the tips 😉

[@jazerleepiano]

Good to hear it is helping you out Ana!!

[@Sam-ep5qu]

If scale playing have the same effect as well. We are asked to do the same emotional movement for scales one hand short and one hand legarto.

[@maheshshinde833]

Hii jazer ur the best piano player n teacher in this world thanks for ur free lessons love u 😘

[@johnyoutube6688]

Thanks alots sir. Very helpful indeed and it really motivates me to play piano better.

[@sandragauder277]

My son and grandsons do this scale fast like you but I don't know when I'll ever get to that level ....have always wanted to play and the boys plus their teacher are helping me ....I follow your instructions too❗🎼🎶🎶🎹🤗😘🇨🇦

[@Arkenciiiel]

Best piano lessons on KZbin ! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽 Thank you! You are a very good teacher

[@marleiserashford396]

Thank you. Great lesson.

[@nmthaouit1989]

Hi Jazer, I'm totally fresh newbie, so no question at all. I just found that your explanation is easy to understand compare to the others and start follow. Thank you!

[@Lee-os1if]

This is an awesome exercise. I do it every time I playing

[@hungryformusik]

Thank you for this video. I hope No. 1 helps me, because I'm often struggeling when a note is played by, say the middle finger, and two notes later the same note is played by, say the thumb. That's part of what this exercise adresses. Addendum: I just found an exercise which helps even more for this problem: No. 45 By the way, I'm always starting with the weaker hand (which is the left hand for most people), because when I'm getting interrupted, I've already done a little bit more for my weak hand. I relatively soon start with hands together in order to stay focused.

[@CHROME-og9nr]

I have the same book, I just didn't know it's value until now.

[@jazerleepiano]

I hope you find value in your hanon, it is waiting for you to play it :P

[@nancyb.9759]

I just found a copy of this book in my music section ☺️ Thankyou So much for these lessons- off I go to practice!!

[@sammyoboma8692]

I am taking it gently Hope to get better soon Thank you for this

[@JARDINEma]

Best tutorial I have seen, looked at many, Good Job

[@trevorjameson3213]

This is great information, I am going to start to practice this tonight. My left hand is a bit less coordinated than my right hand and needs some work!

[@MJ-qp3ko]

Thank u so much, it helps me a lot because I'm really having trouble playing with my two hands.

[@gogotrololo]

nice, i was doing this, but not completely. Glad to see a way i can add more challenge to this exercise!

[@manooti]

i'm 38.. just started learning 3 days ago. i feel like this has filled a hole in my soul. cant stop watching people play and even through my beginner mistakes i find it exhilarating, and anxiously itching to keep playing. i purchased the cts1 and i feel its a mistake, looking for a weighted 88 key, maybe the fp30x. im glad i found you. subd

[@magendranthanikachalam3092]

You are a great teacher..

[@jazerleepiano]

Thank you! 😃

[@alwinlee4494]

I have been doing Hanon for 3 months now and I can really see the improvement in fingers independent. Hanon has for every left hand note a right hand note. What if I want to improve on left hand playing arpeggio and right hand on melody. Essentially be able to play more mainstream sheets. I know it will take some time, and I don't want to just memorize a piece. Recently I started with Czerny 599. What kind of tips can you give us for starters to speed up the learning curve?

[@Jason-cm6uh]

Love the comment but no reply to the question???¿

[@birchflash]

For some reason I can't even see the question. The comment ends with "What kin..." and it's not expandable.

[@GonzoTheRosarian]

My challenge…60 + age and taking piano up after not playing since childhood. I used to do these Hanon exercises like nothing, I need to regain muscle memory. My hands felt good and tired after this!

[@lyndafoster9437]

That’s a good one !!! I am an adult learning piano. I will practice this technique

[@robertlisternicholls]

Very helpful. Many thanks Jazer.

[@picklemind8035]

Loved it ; saw many videos ! But this one made me get up from my chair and play it while I was watching it !! Pretty good exercise must say ! Did not know how 30 minutes pass by

[@arielsimbikabila3335]

This is amazing, thank you❤

[@lethanhhien8059]

I AM VERY HAPPY TO HEAR YOUR MUSIC

[@keki403]

Very good tutorial nicely explained Thankyou

[@jimwalshonline9346]

This is exactly what I need - thank you!

[@peekaboo10001]

Superb teaching with great clarity keep up the good work

[@manhwadude9544]

Just learning that hanon exercise now. I hope i can play as fast as you can.

[@danaiwangsiri8314]

your teaching advice impress me , I am an old beginner, almost 70 year-old. What is the Hanon book title you mentioned?

[@danaiwangsiri8314]

I got the book. thanks

[@FS02012]

IPhone going front was fine during my first time but going backwards was a little difficult.

[@Ganymede569]

Just wondering how many hours of practice will get me to the level of your demo...

[@Anandu1729]

10000 hours and you'll be better than him!

[@Twitch.tvslurrydps]

I'd say 100000 hours

[@Nono-ie4ew]

rookie question, everyone knows its 40 hour a day.

[@mimiabdo7159]

Which demo? The one of the Hanon or the Bach?

[@imkind1976]

Just try it takes very less time..only thing u need to have is confidence

[@jowadsley503]

Do you have any more ? Love this !!

[@fieryphoenix586]

I think this has been a challenge for me in playing piano. I can usually play chords with the left hand while the right hand leads, but always felt intimidated when a piece calls for both hands to be simultaneously playing different notes.

[@Chris_2023_]

Legendary ! Thank you!

[@xthetansiblingsx5405]

I've got this book too, but from another author. I started this and practiced abit before going to graded exams. It helps to build my finger muscles :)

[@jazerleepiano]

Grace Tan awesome stuff! Which exercise did you get up to? :)

[@xthetansiblingsx5405]

@@jazerleepiano I forgot where i stopped, was quite long time ago. But if i'm not wrong it was the first few pages haha!

[@LLO227]

Marvelous absolutely riveting!!!

[@shirleyaloysius4829]

You are brilliant at playing the piano Thank you ❤️🇨🇦

[@kenjikenji2003]

Thanks, effective demonstration.

[@tammylaronde8593]

Great video. Thanks you very much. Now I have something new to work on. 🙂

[@artajee___]

I don't have piano. But I learn with my melodica and it's work and worth just for exercise my hands. Thank you 😁

[@acp3711]

I’m relatively new to piano but what I find interesting is I can play this exercise pretty easily with both hands (of course my timing and technique need a lot of work) but for the life of me I can’t play a one or two octive scale with both hands. As soon as the thumb crosses it loose it. I assume in time it will all come together.

[@jazerleepiano]

acp3711 it is a challenging thing for many pianists, I may do a video to address this in the future

[@WorstSanta]

I add every week or two next Hanon. There 4th is so good for weak fingers!

[@shawnaustin3035]

Wonderful exercises

[@thegolgatha5337]

The good old Hanon……I started with these exercises as a 9 year old and hated them - only to discover, that they are absolutely helpful.

[@nishachainani]

Wow!!! I’m dizzy listening!! Inspiring!!

[@joshafkardos8742]

Thanks really the great fingers practice ☺️☺️☺️☺️❤️❤️

[@gulamalikhokhar4221]

Very useful finger technique to learn keyboard.

[@vickeysmiles2594]

Thank you for the spark

[@kimberlynguyen9296]

Here is what I need. Appreciated!

[@lindaportney43]

I’m so happy I found Janet on KZbin.

[@marcoramirez8613]

Thanks awesome.

[@ruthterry3908]

Thanks for the idea to play legato/staccato, hadn’t thought of that, might go thru hanon again for just that :)

[@lawrencetaylor4101]

Merci beaucoup for this.

[@sebastianthaikalamuri6017]

Good technics for bigners.

[@ianjosueruizleonardo5701]

Rip righthand pinky cant reach, when I try to reach it will automatically lock like it will stop but still keep trying. Even in guitar when I play my hand can't properly stay in the strings I pluck so goes for the piano when it press I hear double sound for the pinky in my righthand when it press. My pinky righthand is like a hook when you imagine it its hard to stretch it out still it works just fine maybe need a little time to get use to it.

[@Enjoywithme945]

Not gonna lie your intro music was like - Gramofon Waltz. It was impressive!!

[@КотКотейкин-з3е]

💙 amazing and helful!!! Gonna try, than you

[@edwardgeorge4881]

Thx Jazer. Love yr tutorials 🙂

[@jd0808jd]

This is great!

[@gilbertlamm]

Excellent !👍👍👍👍❤

[@fryderyckchopin484]

Nice to meet you Jazer, my name is Classicer

[@fwancisgewawd]

I love hanon exercises!

[@Ladyduchess313]

Do you have a video on other hanon exercises?

[@marysiino7635]

great. it'll take me forever to get as fast as you. But in my defense I'm older and my brain is slower. I'll keep at it though. Love your lessons.

[@rebanelson607]

Love Hanon!

[@Kitsuneuzuma]

Im 13 and I really hope I'm not too late to learn piano I really love the tunes this instrument does!

[@MAHMOUDETEMADDAR]

Hi Jazer, thanks for very useful and practical tips. Maybe you can also make a video about how to practice each fundamental aspects of a piano skills individually, I mean first make a list of fundamental skills and then some exercises to practice each one.

[@enharmonicband7107]

The apt way of teaching 🌹🎹👍

[@govindachandradalei8622]

Thanks guruji

[@robertzhu5755]

That really helped me thanks