Hand and Finger Techniques

A technique that involves one hand crossing over or under the other.

Intervals

Two notes played in succession, usually in one hand but sometimes in both, whose distance is the interval of an octave of any quality.

Expression

A simple melody line shared by both the right hand and the left hand.

Notation

Symbols that indicate playing a note or range of notes either an octave higher or lower than notated.

Expression

A type of articulation indicating the player to play short and light; notes not held for their full value.

Hand and Finger Techniques

When one hand plays above or below the other for an extended period of time, often used alongside Hand Crossing.

Notation

A method of teaching piano music without notation; usually by copying the teacher.