Czerny study from Op 740 "The Art of Finger Dexterity" #21

[pianistavt]

I wonder how I can take this to the next level?

[hakki]

Here are some instructive videos:

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[lelle]

Your fingers look a bit tense which, if my observation is correct, will hold you back. Do you have a teacher who can help you?

[pianistavt]

Your fingers look a bit tense which, if my observation is correct, will hold you back. Do you have a teacher who can help you?

Thank you for watching and commenting.  I think it's party the recording - not always looking that tense, though I've heard that before, it's something to work on.  I've come across methods to relax, and apply them but old habits die hard.  I think I'm a fairly tense person, in general.  Regarding teachers, neither my high school nor college nor anyone afterward ever mentioned a concern about not relaxing.  It's really up to me to be disciplined about practicing relaxation techniques, I know what they are. 

[lelle]

I mean, it depends on what you mean with relaxation techniques. If you mean practicing yoga away from the piano, but not actively working on staying aware and keeping non-playing fingers etc relaxed while you play, it might not help much.

[pianistavt]

I mean, it depends on what you mean with relaxation techniques. If you mean practicing yoga away from the piano, but not actively working on staying aware and keeping non-playing fingers etc relaxed while you play, it might not help much.

Yes, I mean piano playing techniques.
You're focus on relaxation is definitely helping my practice routine - - thank you!