Guide to Proper Piano Hand Positioning

Guide to Proper PianoC Hand Positioning Learning the proper piano hand positioning is essential for both beginner and accomplished piano players. Not only does the proper hand placement help prevent injury, but it also allows you to play quicker, with more agility, and with greater accuracy. STEP ONE: STEP TWO: STEP THREE: Sit far away enough from the keyboard to let your fingertips rest on the keys without effort when the arms are Notice how your thumb and index finger make a slight "C" shape. Keep your hands and fingers in this same position, but bend your arm at your elbow so your hands are in front of you with your palms facing down. Stand beside your piano and relax your hands at your sides. If you feel tense, shake out any stress you may have in your arms, hands, and fingers. normally bent. Feet should reach the pedals without stretching. STEP FOUR: STEP FIVE: STEP SIX: Your fingertips should be in contact with the Your wrist should be Finally, make sure to notice whether or not relaxed and level with the lid, your knuckles should be fairly even with one another, and they should be slightly higher than the wrist. hand. Hold your fingertips on the surface of the keys, while maintaining the firmness of the knuckles of the hand. Move your wrist up and down, finding the place in your wrist that feels most natural. any part of your arm has tensed up. Check your wrist, shoulder, and forearm - if they feel tense, relax them while keeping your fingers on the keys. t0 takelessons