Bastien Essentials – Technic Classics Level 3

42 Exercises and Excellent Miniature Etudes for Improving Finger Dexterity and Technique

Building on the foundation of Level 2, Technic Classics Level 3 features 42 carefully selected exercises and original etudes designed to further develop finger dexterity, hand independence, and overall piano technique. This collection includes the best of the best technical studies from 19th-century pedagogues, along with engaging original works by Lisa Bastien.

Students will work on one-octave scales, beginning parallel double thirds, Alberti bass patterns, chord inversions, staccato repeated notes, melodic voicing, wrist staccato, and more.

Several pieces include helpful teaching tips to support effective practice. With 32 pages of progressive content, this book is a valuable tool for advancing piano students.

Continues forward from Level 2 with more best of the best exercises by master pedagogues of 19th century and attractive originals by Lisa Bastien presented in a useful progression. Excellent miniature etudes for the development of finger dexterity (both hands), hand independence, one-octave scales, beginning parallel double thirds, Alberti bass broken chords, chord inversions, staccato repeated notes, voicing melodic notes, wrist staccato and various other touches. Several exercises include Bastien teaching tips. 42 exercises on 32 pages.