The Vituosic Pianist Complete (Alfred Masterwork Edition)

A nice practice book, helps enormously

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).

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!

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

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.

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.

I started playing piano in my thirties and am largely self taught. Of all the books I have purchased over the years this one has made the most difference in improving my overall playing accuracy, speed and dexterity. I am still working my way through the various exercises but I find if I work at each one, I a steady and consistent improvement in playing.