29 Nov 2025
Alan's Update - November 2025
Alan and Jovan sit together for another update.
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Alan Fraser and Jovan Haji-Djurich talk about piano technique, the site and what's new. 27 episodes.
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#26 · 07 Sep 2025
New feature! - Gift an account!
We have introduced a new fature, gift an account. It's exactly what you think it is. Gift an accoun to somebody who you think might benefit from out service. Also, light mode, seems like everybody is offering light and dark mode these days so why not give it a go? Gift an account Now! -
#25 · 31 May 2024
PianoTechnique.org turns 10
Just a quick catch up after some time. We have also been running the service for 10 years now. -
#24 · 12 Dec 2021
November 2021
We are back with a new episode!
Get it touch with us! Email: info@pianotechnique.org or chat with Jovan on the website.
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#23 · 18 Jan 2021
Pianimals are out!
Alan and Jovan are back!
Get pianimalsGet it touch with us! Email: info@pianotechnique.org or chat with Jovan on the website.
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#22 · 01 Dec 2020
A short update
I know it's been a while! We have done more podcast/video episodes on PianoTechnique.org but you'll need an account to access thhem.
More episodesGet it touch with us! Email: info@pianotechnique.org ot chat with Jovan on the website.
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#21 · 07 Mar 2020
How to improve your sight reading skills?
Everybody would like to be a master sight reader and there is no magic formula here folks. Read more music and give it some time!
Get it touch with us! Email: info@pianotechnique.org ot chat with Jovan on the website.
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#20 · 16 Feb 2020
My Bach's Well Tempered Clavier learning update
I started learning all of Bach's Well Tempered Clavier some time ago and figured I'd share my progress update. I am aware it's a long project but I am moving along steadily and most importantly, having fun!
I am also making videos of me learning and talking about these pieces as I go and you can check out the full series here:
Let's Learn The Well Tempered Clavier series
Get it touch with us! Email: info@pianotechnique.org ot chat with Jovan on the website.
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#19 · 26 Jan 2020
Alan's update - January 2020
We are getting an update from Alan in this episode. Loads of useful info, let me tell you!
Also, you should be able to watch this in video form on our site PianoTechnique.org
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#18 · 18 Jan 2020
Is pefect pitch (absolute pitch) useful at all
Today, we are talking about this fascination with absolute pitch. What is it and what is it good for if anything?
Get it touch with us! Email: info@pianotechnique.org ot chat with Jovan on the website.
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#17 · 02 Jan 2020
Nice things cost money
A little bit of a rant in today's episode over an message I received about the site. Most of people don't realize what goes into building and maintaining an application like this one and that's ok but I'd like my voice to be heard and the reasons behind our pricing model which is more than fair in my opinion. How much do you charge for your work? This site provides immense value to me first of all and I know some of you use it on daily basis and draw inspiration for your teaching and performances.
Also, happy new year and tune in for more amazing content coming your way this year!
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#16 · 08 Dec 2019
The new website is live
The new website went live a few days ago. Not only a fresh coat of paint but a major rework in the backend too. Should be faster and more user friendly as well.
Don't forget to tweet at us at @pianotechnique and let us know if you are listening the show.
Get it touch with us! Email: info@pianotechnique.org or chat with Jovan on the website.
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#15 · 11 Aug 2019
A short update
Just to say hello after a long brake. A short update on new version of the site from Jovan -
#14 · 10 Aug 2018
August 2018 update
August 2018 update from Alan.
This episode is available as video as well at:
Don't forget to tweet at us at @pianotechnique and let us know if you are listening the show.
Get it touch with us! Email: info@pianotechnique.org ot chat with Jovan on the website.
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#13 · 15 Jun 2018
June 2018 update
A new episode after awhile! We are talking news and the latest developments in Alan's research on piano technique
This episode is available as video as well at:
Don't forget to tweet at us at @pianotechnique and let us know if you are listening the show.
Get it touch with us! Email: info@pianotechnique.org ot chat with Jovan on the website.
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#12 · 08 Jan 2018
Certain simple intensity which is necessary in order to break through
We get a bit psychological in this episode. What it takes to force your unconsciousness to take the practice material and put it into performance? We are also talking about Alan's doctoral studies with Kemal and the way they are working together.
This episode is available as video as well at:
Don't forget to tweet at us at @pianotechnique and let us know if you are listening the show.
Get it touch with us! Email: info@pianotechnique.org ot chat with Jovan on the website.
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#11 · 09 Nov 2017
What comes first? Music or technique?
I have been thinking about this concept lately. If you understand the score/music and have a clear idea on how you want to play a piece, shouldn't the technique kind of follow/fall into place by itself?
Alan's answer on video (PianoTechnique.org)
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Have a comment, question, suggestion? Get in touch with us! info@pianotechnique.org
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#10 · 08 Sep 2017
It's difficult to teach the piano
Alan and Jovan are talking Alan's summer institutes as well as upcoming ones. We talk about Open Source Teaching Framework, known as Kiddie Craft, Horowitz's piano in Ottawa, difficulties we face when teaching the piano..
This episode is available as video as well at:
Don't forget to tweet at us at @pianotechnique and let us know if you are listening the show.
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#9 · 20 Jun 2017
Summer 2017 update
Alan and Jovan are talking about Kiddie Craft, Alan's new teaching direction, latest and upcoming institutes, Kemal Gekic..
This episode is available as video as well at:
Don't forget to tweet at us at @pianotechnique and let us know if you are listening the show. PianoTechnique.org - Service for Pianists
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#8 · 18 May 2017
Latest news and kiddie craft
We are talking about latest and upcoming Alan's institutes, new artistic directions and Kiddie Craft, a new open source project dedicated to all piano teachers or beginners.Don't forget to tweet at us at @pianotechnique and let us know if you are listening the show.
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#7 · 29 Mar 2017
Latest developments in Alan's approach - march 2017
Alan and Jovan talking about ALan's next book and his latest discoveries in the domain of piano technique he is known for.Don't forget to tweet at us at @pianotechnique and let us know if you are listening the show.
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#6 · 23 Feb 2017
Balancing tension and relaxation in piano playing
A bit of news and another part of interview with Alan where he talks about balancing tension and relaxation while playing. We will talk about biotensegrity next time. -
#5 · 01 Nov 2016
How to slow practice?
We are talking about slow practice and how it can benefit playing at speed later. Alan is away on his North American Tour in this episode but he will join us on the next one. -
#4 · 22 Jun 2016
How do you solve technical difficulties?
While Alan is busy teaching, Jovan is giving updates on his schedule and PianoTechnique.org. We are also talking about solving technical difficulties at the piano. -
#3 · 22 Mar 2016
Episode 3
We are talking about Alan's forth book, his institutes and workshops, his work with Kemal in Miami and we finish up with Alan's thoughts on Skype Piano lessons. -
#2 · 23 Feb 2016
How do you practice?
I joined Alan in Belgrade where we talked about what he has been up to and the following Institutes. Alan also answered a question posted on The Craft of Piano Forum on focal dystonia. Lastly, we hear a question asked by Geoffrey Thomas on practicing. -
#1 · 10 Oct 2015
The first Episode!
The first episode of Piano Technique Podcast with Alan Fraser and Jovan Haji-Djurich In this podcast, we will be talking about various things regarding piano technique. We will have guests too but more about that later. Let us know what you think in the comments below or send me an email! Thanks!