Piano Tutorials: Goal-Oriented Video Guides

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These tutorials are the practical application of my teaching system. Whether you are following a Structured Syllabus or approaching the piano to play recreationally, these video guides provide the technical breakdowns and training required to bridge the gap between acknowledging a piece, understanding it and performing it with competence.

I have designed these tutorials to be intentional and goal-oriented, ensuring that every minute you spend at the instrument contributes to your overall growth as a musician. Here we focus on the deliberate practice required for real, tangible progress.

8 Sep, 2014

Drop / free falls applied on keyboard

Emiliano Petronilli2026-04-12T01:14:28+01:008 September 2014|Categories: Tutorials|Tags: Piano Technique|0 Comments

Mastering the piano free fall technique is the first step toward developing a professional touch and a rich, resonant tone. While many beginners rely on finger strength alone, this lesson focuses on the physical sensation of "dropping" into the keys, [...]

3 Sep, 2014

Piano technique – scale of C major – one octave – hands separate

Emiliano Petronilli2026-04-12T01:13:07+01:003 September 2014|Categories: Tutorials|Tags: Beginner Piano, Piano Technique|0 Comments

Note: This archive lesson focuses on the foundational movement of the thumb-under passage, a crucial step for every piano student. The C major scale one octave (hands separate) is often the very first scale a beginner student learns. While it [...]

7 Aug, 2013

Piano technique – C major scale – parallel and contrary motion

Emiliano Petronilli2026-04-09T21:35:17+01:007 August 2013|Categories: Tutorials|Tags: Piano Scales|0 Comments

Note: This is a legacy post from my archives. While the text is brief, the video below contains a full technical breakdown and demonstration of these principles. In this video I thoroughly explain and demonstrate how to practice the C [...]

19 Jul, 2013

Five finger technique

Emiliano Petronilli2026-04-09T16:54:34+01:0019 July 2013|Categories: Tutorials|Tags: Piano Technique|0 Comments

Note from Emiliano (Updated April 2026): > I wrote this post and filmed the accompanying video 13 years ago. While the core patterns remain a fundamental part of my Structured Curriculum, my technical philosophy has evolved. Back then, I taught [...]

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