M1 – Proper Posture

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Proper Posture and Hand Position.
It is important to start and play with proper posture and hand/wrist positions. This will ensure you play effectively, and will also lessen muscle fatigue and reduce the possibility of developing carpal tunnel syndrome.

When you’re sitting at the piano
You want your back straight, and you want to slightly lean forward.
You want to sit on the front half of the bench.
And your arms hang relaxed from the shoulders.
Your knees will be slightly under the piano.
And your feet flat on the ground.

Proper hand position.
Curve your hands as if holding a tennis ball, touching with your fingertips.
Your wrists should be relaxed and level with your hand.
Your thumb and index finger should make the shape of a C.

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