About the course

Piano Yoga 2: Advanced Technique and Rhythmic Mastery 

The Piano Yoga 2 curriculum is designed for intermediate to advanced students, focusing on intense technical refinement, rhythmic complexity, and specialized hand coordination. 

Core Foundation and Finger Independence 

• Basic Old School Exercises: Foundational drills focused on developing individual finger strength, independence, and a deep sense of rhythmic precision. 

• Specially Designed Left Hand Exercises: Targeted exercises using diverse finger combinations to significantly improve left-hand dexterity, control, and agility. 

 
 

Rhythmic and Coordination Development 

• Time Signature and Combination Exercises: Drills based on various time signatures (e.g., 3/4, 5/4, 6/8) paired with unique finger combinations to expand rhythmic understanding and execution. 

• Two-Handed Pattern Practice: Exercises for both hands focusing on practicing complex patterns across different difficulty levels to enhance coordination and muscular memory. 

• Hanon Extension Exercises: Adaptations of traditional Hanon exercises, specifically targeting left-hand patterns and precise both-hands coordination and independence. 

 
 

Advanced Technique and Stylistic Application 

• Arpeggio Exercises: Focused arpeggio drills designed for different octave lengths and spans to improve speed, evenness, and control across the keyboard. 

• Left-Hand Pattern Styles: 

• Walking Bass Exercise: Left-hand drills simulating a walking bass line while the right hand plays melody or chords. 

• Alberti Bass Exercise: Practice and mastery of the traditional Alberti bass pattern. 

• Stretching Alberti Bass Exercise: Advanced Alberti patterns designed to improve hand stretching and flexibility. 

• Left Hand Jumping Exercise: Specific drills to improve the accuracy and speed of large left-hand interval jumps. 

• Musical Application Exercises: 

• Both Hands Exercises Based on Indian Music: Technical exercises incorporating rhythmic and melodic elements inspired by Indian music structures. 

• Six-Beat Left Hand Patterns: Practice combining six-beat left-hand rhythmic patterns with diverse right-hand note combinations. 

• Exercises with Classic Hindi Songs: Applying advanced techniques through exercises structured around old Hindi melodies to combine musicality with technical practice. 

 

Who Should Enroll? 

Piano Yoga is ideal for individuals who are committed to intensive practice and eager to elevate their piano skills. This course is particularly beneficial for: 

• Aspiring and Experienced Pianists: Anyone seeking to learn specialized piano exercises and deepen their understanding of piano technique. 

• Students of All Levels (Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced): Our progressive curriculum caters to a wide range of skill sets. 

• Those Seeking to Improve Speed, Strength, and Synchronization: The challenging exercises are specifically designed to enhance these crucial aspects of piano playing. 

• Individuals Aiming to Enhance Two-Handed Coordination: Develop greater independence and fluidity between your hands. 

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Please Note: The teaching methodology of the Piano Yoga series is not suitable for absolute beginners  A foundational understanding of piano playing, particularly with both hands, is recommended. 

you should already know the basic note names (e.g., C D E F / Sa Re Ga Ma) and major and minor chords to understand the lessons.    

The instructor primarily teaches in Hindi with some English.   

 

Course Structure and Requirements:   

Each course in this series (e.g., Piano Yoga - 1, Piano Yoga – 2 . . .) is an independent module, not a sequential level. This means you can enroll in any course at any time.  

 

What You'll Need:   

To get the most out of this course, you’ll need one of the following instruments:    

Acoustic or digital piano , A 5-octave keyboard with touch sense , MIDI keyboard.   

The ability to view the provided PDF files on a separate device or as a printout.   

For best results, we highly recommend practicing for a minimum of 30-40 minutes every day: