In this piano tutorial I'm going to go over 5 exercises I indulge in from time to time to keep me in shape. They're great for building finger independence and strength, simple enough to be picked up by a beginner but complicated enough to challenge veterans if played sufficiently fast.

Remember to always practice slowly and with a metronome at first until you feel confident in your playing and can play each note evenly. Then slowly pick up the speed. If you're starting out, think long-term: it takes many months to build up technique on these, so don't rush! Remember, if you can't play it slowly, you sure can't play it fast.

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You must be aware that the expression “avoid thumb under” does not mean that the thumb should be still or stiff and never cross the other fingers.

It means that, when playing scales or runs, the thumb should gradually approach its next position and the point is that you MUST NOT PLAY LEGATO between the thumb and 3rd or 4th fingers.

Instead, your hand should make a very little and inaudible jump when changing the horizontal position on the keyboard.

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This lesson complements Graham Fitch's full-length article 'Improving your Scales and Arpeggios' inside Pianist magazine No 74.

The masterclass takes place on a Steinway Model D concert grand at Steinway Hall, London.

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Learn classical improvisation from Dr. Mortensen.

Dr. John Mortensen, Steinway Artist and Professor of Piano, gives ten assignments to his new students.

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