Alexander Technique at the Piano: The Essentials
A 45-minute video for pianists and teachers
This 45-minute video distills the most valuable principles from my two Intro to Alexander Technique at the Piano classes into a clear, accessible format.
Whether you’re exploring Alexander Technique for the first time or looking for a refresher, The Essentials offers basic ideas and practical applications you can start using right away in your playing and teaching.
Find more ease at the piano, for yourself and for your students.
What you’ll learn
In The Essentials, you’ll:
Explore basic Alexander Technique concepts.
Learn simple practices to reduce excess tension and improve whole-body coordination.
Learn practical strategies to incorporate AT ideas into your playing and teaching.
Leave with resources for continued practice.
What’s included
Access to the video via Google Drive through December 31st.
Companion PDF download to guide your practice and refer to while you teach.
12-minute audio download of guided constructive rest.
PDF download of resources to continue your Alexander Technique practice: list of certified teachers, organizations, online classes, and more.
Who it’s for
Piano teachers who want simple, effective tools to share with their students.
Pianists curious about Alexander Technique and its applications to playing.
Anyone seeking more physical ease at the piano.
About the instructor
Dr. Lynda Saponara has studied Alexander Technique for 7 years and is training to become a certified teacher. These classes combine her experience of over 30 years as a piano teacher with her knowledge of Alexander Technique. You'll learn basic ideas that you can incorporate into your teaching right away, and you'll receive resources for further study with certified AT teachers if you'd like to go deeper into the practice.