Discussions

I know that Mr. Fraser has referenced Thomas Mark's book, , on several occasions. I was reading that book and came across an interesting point, namely that the speed with which the hammer strikes the string is the sole...

In one of Mr. Fraser's blogs, he talked about how Horowitz didn't play that loud, but that he created the illusion of loudness through skillful manipulation of overtones. Does that mean that Horowitz' fortissimo wouldn'...

Here are the links the first part of each masterclass. What are your thoughts? Stephen Hough Gyorgy Sebok

Here's a baby example for right hand, yet I can't play it quickly (in legato). C-B-C-D-C 4-3-4-5-4 Question to Alan and those who mastered Alan's technique: when you play this example at fast legato, you: 1) pla...

Just ordered the combo package - can't wait till I receive it! forgetfulmel

When i received the second book of Professor Fraser Honing the pianistic self image i tried to fix several bad habits i had in my playing. Something that always troubled me was the feeling that the finger manipulates...

I'm wondering where to order the DVD. I sent some email I found on Maple Grove Productions, but was returned undeliverable. Is it true it ships from SERBIA????? Also I see some on Amazon, but way over $100.00!!! -...

Hi, I'm a student pursuing a Bachelor's in Music Theory at Ithaca College. So, naturally, I'm already playing piano quite a bit. I really want to work through the book, but I want to do it in a time-effective manner t...