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Deconstructing the Scale
William Westney demonstrates his unique approach to scales for pianists of all levels which uses a simple exercise that can be applied to any fast passage in the repertoire. Through a step-by-step process, Westney shows a natural progression from modest groups of three notes to playing virtuosic passagework in Liszt’s Mephisto Waltz with ease.
This exercise has been a game changer for countless students. The secret of its success? Three important elements – 1) relaxation, 2) trust and 3) honesty – all taken to delightful extremes!
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William Westney
William Westney is recognised internationally as both a master performer and award-winning teacher. After winning the top piano prize in the Geneva International Competition, he performed to acclaim on four continents. His uniquely insightful, refreshing and empowering contributions to piano pedagogy include the innovative performance workshop The Un-Master Class®, the trailblazing book The Perfect Wrong Note (40,000 copies sold worldwide) and his latest book, Eros at the Piano: The Life-Energy of Classical Music.
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