Developing Natural Keyboard Technique

Wilma Jensen
Crown Center Sheraton Hotel - GILLHAM

In this session, Dr. Jensen will present principles of good keyboard technique:
 Concepts of Tobias Matthay
 Learning from Pianists and Harpsichordists
 Swing of Fingers from Knuckles
 Lateral Movement of Thumb
 All First Finger Joints Firm, Equal Weight Possible Behind Each Finger
 Control of Different Speeds of Attack and Release from Slow to Fast
 Visible Rotation and Invisible Rotation
 Effect of Voicing in the Hand on Technical Control
 Development of Different Touches and Controls with Resulting Musical Effects
 Total Weight on the Bench, Posture and Natural Movement of Torso

Thursday, July 5
9:00 – 9:45am