Piano Trills: Expert Techniques All Pianists Should Know
3 Pro Tips To Improve Your Piano Trills
Do you want to master piano trills but struggle with unevenness and tension? As a concert pianist and university piano performance professor, I’ve guided countless students through the challenges of mastering this essential ornament. My latest YouTube video reveals some important techniques that can transform your trills.
THE SECRET TO EVEN PIANO TRILLS
Most pianists make the mistake of trying to play trills using only their fingers. The truth is, that beautiful piano trills require arm & wrist movement. In my video, I demonstrate how to:
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Use arm weight correctly
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Incorporate hand and wrist rotation
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Achieve a consistent sound between notes
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Release tension for faster trills
ADVANCED TRILL TECHNIQUES
I also show you how to improve your piano trills using professional techniques, including:
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Mastering trills on various white & black key combinations
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Proper arm position
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Adapting trills for different finger combinations
SOLUTIONS FOR CHALLENGING TRILLS
Sometimes you’ll encounter a trill that seems impossible to execute perfectly. Instead of omitting it, I share professional alternatives including:
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Converting trills to turns
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Using measured trills effectively
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Modifying difficult passages while maintaining musicality
Watch the complete video masterclass here where I demonstrate these techniques in detail. You’ll see exactly how proper arm position, wrist movement, and hand coordination work together to create beautiful piano trills.
Are you ready to transform your piano trills? Watch the full masterclass now!
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by Steinway Artist, Professor Lenora Brown of Brillante Piano Duo
