Basic principles in pianoforte playing. With a new foreword by Rosina Lhevinne.

Reprint of the 1924 edition.

The modern piano Things that cannot be skipped Indifference to rests Developing rhythm Hear rhythmic music -- Grounding in musicianship The value of ear training Essentials of a good touch Amateurs with naturally fine touch -- The secret of a beautiful tone The ringing, singing tone The part the wrist plays in a good tone -- Acquiring delicacy and power The technical side Floating in the air Important questions Power in playing and what it means Natural shock absorbers Accuracy in playing -- Accuracy in playing Two important factors Some things about staccato The basis of beautiful legato Stop and listen -- People who memorize readily The daily practice Secure variety in practice Acquiring velocity The danger of bravura The danger of the pedal.