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Hanon studies
Repetitive five-finger patterns moved up and down the keyboard. Built for finger strength, evenness, and independence, not musical interest.
Product detailSKU #1278002526484
Willis MusicJohn Thompson's Modern Course for The Piano Hanon Studies Book One
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Elementary-level Hanon finger exercises adapted by John Thompson for his Modern Course. For early piano students building hand independence and evenness.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Students already working through John Thompson's Modern Course
- Elementary pianists who need daily technique separate from repertoire
- Teachers assigning short, repeatable warm-up drills
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting songs or repertoire — these are exercises only
- Intermediate and advanced pianists, who need the full Hanon volume
- Self-teachers with no one checking hand position and tension
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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Elementary level
Simplified from Hanon's original. Patterns and hand stretches stay within an early student's reach.
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Arranged by John Thompson
Sequenced to match the Modern Course grading, so it slots into that method rather than standing alone.
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Book One
The first stage of the graded set. Later books extend the patterns as technique develops.
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12 x 9 inch format
Oversized page. It stays open on a music desk and the notation reads from playing distance.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01A teacher should watch your hand position early — bad form repeats fast with drills
- 02This is technique only; you still need repertoire and theory books
- 03No audio or backing tracks included, and no fingering coaching beyond the printed page
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Do I need the other Modern Course books too?
This is a technique supplement designed to run alongside the main Modern Course books. It does not teach reading or repertoire on its own.
02How is this different from the full Hanon book?
John Thompson simplified and regraded the exercises for elementary students. The original Hanon assumes a much more developed hand.
03How long should I spend on these daily?
Short sessions work best. These are warm-ups, and long repetitive practice with poor form causes tension.
04What age is this suitable for?
It is written at elementary level, so it suits any student at that stage regardless of age, including adult beginners.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsSize & weight
- Length
- 12.0 inch
- Width
- 9.0 inch
9 detailsOther
- Piano Level
- Elementary
- Publisher Code
- 5763
- Composer
- Charles-Louis Hanon
- Series
- Willis
- Isbn
- 9781458424334
- Format
- BOOK
- Upc
- 073999399738
- Publisher
- Willis Music
- Arranger
- John Thompson
