Books

The CRAFT OF PIANO PLAYING

The 2nd Edition of Fraser's groundbreaking work on piano technique (2011). Links to e-book and physical book purchases plus translations.

$0

HONING THE SELF-IMAGE:

Fraser's second book on piano technique - bringing the hand arch to unstable equilibrium for a more sophisticated relationship to the keys.

$42.95

ALL THUMBS:

Fraser's third volume on piano technique, paying special attention to that most intriguing of digits, the thumb and its relationship to the hand.

$37.95

PLAY PIANO WITH WHOLE SELF

Fraser's most ambitious book on piano technique to date, returning the hand to a state of deep let-go to allow it to rise into new, empowered keyboard movement patterns.

$57.95

SKELETAL WISDOM

Skeletal Wisdom - Mind & Body Reunited in the Feldenkrais Method: The Inner Workings of Human Learning explains Feldenkrais to the lay person and is also of interest to practitioners looking for clear ways to talk about the Method.

$21.95

PIANIMALS TEACHERS MANUAL - 28 Lessons

The first Feldenkrais-based piano method. These 28 lessons distil 40 years of Alan Fraser's wisdom into effective, easy-to-apply exercises. A must have for your studio.

$28.95

PIANIMALS Vol 1 - From Lying to Standing

The first pupil's book with lavish illustrations, large-type music and a minimum of text, the better for the pupil to focus on the music.

$19.95

PIANIMALS Vol 2 - Walk, Run & Leap

The second pupil's book with lavish illustrations, large-type music and a minimum of text, the better for the pupil to focus on the music.

$18.95

PIANIMALS PLAYBOOK Performance Edition

With Primo on the right page, Secondo on the left, this volume comprises the complete Pianimals music an a format best suited to duet performance.

$19.95

PIANIMALS POINTERS - Essential Exercises

The 12 most essential Pianimals exercises, with sumptuous photo illustrations to show the reader exactly how the hand can best move on key.

$21.95

PIANIMALS Complete Set of 5 Books

Purchase the complete Pianimals materials to get your studio "PIanimalized" in a hurry! Learn the exercises and apply them in your teaching for immediate transformation.

$87.95

PIANIMALS I & II 4-pack

Purchase the pupils' books in bulk for easy distribution in your studio - and take advantage of the discount to earn your seller's commission!

$54.95

PIANIMALS 4-PACK VOL 1

Purchase the pupils' books in bulk for easy distribution in your studio - and take advantage of the discount to earn your seller's commission!

$69.95

PIANIMALS 4-PACK VOL 2

Purchase the pupils' books in bulk for easy distribution in your studio - and take advantage of the discount to earn your seller's commission!

$68.95

STUDY GUIDE

13 week-long modules with chapter summaries, key themes, sample questions, related reading lists and a concordance.

$12.95

NOS DEUX MAINS GAUCHES:

Le troisième volume de Fraser sur la technique du piano, en accordant une attention particulière à ce partie de la main le plus intrigant, le pouce.

$27.95

AFFINER L'IMAGE DU SOI

Deuxième livre de Fraser sur la technique du piano qui amene le voute de la main à un état d'équilibre instable pour établir une relation plus sophistiquée avec les touches.

$37.95

ALL THUMBS

Fraser's third volume on piano technique, paying special attention to that most intriguing of digits, the thumb and its relationship to the hand.

$42.95

Supplementary Postage Fee - Resending Package

Special supplementary postal fee for resending the book.

$17

E-Books

PIANO WITH YOUR WHOLE SELF e-book

Fraser's most ambitious book on piano technique to date, returning the hand to a state of deep let-go to allow it to rise into new, empowered keyboard movement patterns.

$42.95

SKELETAL WISDOM e-book

This handy little primer on Feldenkrais is the perfect introduction, explaining this mysteriously effective method clearly and succinctly. A must-have for anyone interested in Feldenkrais.

$14.95

PIANIMALS TEACHERS E-BOOK

Begin to learn from these effective, easy-to-apply exercises immediately, and save the cost of postage. A must have for your studio.

$18.95

CRAFT 2nd Edition e-book

The 2nd Edition of Fraser's groundbreaking work on piano technique (2011). This e-book includes the complete text, all illustrations and musical examples.

$42.95

PIANIMALS POINTERS E-BOOK

The 12 most essential Pianimals exercises, with sumptuous photo illustrations. Purchase e-book for immediate delivery; avoid postage costs.

$14.95

HONING e-book

Fraser's second book on piano technique - bringing the hand arch to unstable equilibrium. Purchase e-book for immediate reading; avoid shipping costs.

$24.95

PIANIMALS VOL 1 E-BOOK

The first pupil's book with lavish illustrations, large-type music and a minimum of text. Purchase e-book for immediate reading; avoid shipping costs.

$14.95

PIANIMALS VOL 2 E-BOOK

The second pupil's book with lavish illustrations, large-type music and a minimum of text. Purchase e-book for immediate reading; avoid shipping costs.

$12.95

PIANIMALS PLAYBOOK E-BOOK

With Primo on the right page, Secondo on the left, this e-volume comprises the complete Pianimals music an a format best suited for reading from an i-Pad.

$14.95

PIANIMALS Complete Set of 5 E-Books

Purchase a complete electronic set of the Pianimals materials to get your studio "PIanimalized" in a hurry! Learn the exercises and apply them in your teaching for immediate transformation.

$57.95

ALL THUMBS e-book

Fraser's third volume on piano technique, paying special attention to that most intriguing of digits, the thumb. Purchase e-book for immediate reading; avoid shipping costs.

$24.95

DEUX MAINS GAUCHES e-book

Le troisième volume de Fraser sur la technique du piano, en accordant une attention particulière à ce partie de la main le plus intrigant, le pouce.

$24.95

DVDs

CRAFT OF PIANO PLAYING PAL

Communicates the key lessons from The Craft of Piano Playing and Honing the Pianistic Self-Image with ease & clarity. PAL for use in Europe and much of the rest of the world. vvvv

$28.95

CRAFT OF PIANO PLAYING NTSC

Communicates the key lessons from The Craft of Piano Playing and Honing the Pianistic Self-Image with ease & clarity. NTSC for North America, Australia & Japan.

$28.95

DIE KUNST KLAVIER ZU SPIELEN

Kommuniziert die wichtigsten Lehren aus Die Kunst Klavier zu spielen und Korperbewusstes Klavierspiel mit Leichtigkeit und Klarheit. Deutsche Untertitel.

$28.95

L'ART DE TOUCHER LE PIANO PAL

Les leçons clés de l'Art de toucher le piano et d'Affiner l'image de soi pianistique communiqué avec facilité et clarté. Sous-titres français. PAL pour l'Europe.

$28.95

L'ART DE TOUCHER LE PIANO NTSC

Les leçons clés de l'Art de toucher le piano et d'Affiner l'image de soi pianistique communiqué avec facilité et clarté. Sous-titres français. NTSC pour l'Amerique du nord.

$28.95

UMECE SVIRANJE NA KLAVIRU

Ključne lekcije iz Umeća sviranja klavira i Usavršavanja pijanističke slike o sebi komunicirane s lakoćom i jasnoćom. Srpski titlovi.

$14.95

KEMAL GEKIC: THE ERLKING PLAYS LISZT

Recorded in Miami in 2008, this is vintage Gekić, stellar performances with stunning technical prowess and bold musicality.

$00.00

CDs

KEMAL GEKIC PLAYS the CHOPIN ETUDES

This recording of the etudes stands alone for its uniquely personal, individual, flamboyant, and musically perceptive performances. Edited by Alan Fraser.

$00.00

KEMAL GEKIC PLAYS FRENCH PIANO MUSIC

The luscious sound and deep musicianship of these performances make this a recording to treasure. A totally unique Ravel Jeux d'eau, otherworldly Debussy Pagodes, etc...

$00.00

KEMAL GEKIC SOLO CONCERTS 2002-12

Gekic is often at his best on stage - individual interpretations that speak to the moment, to the listener, and yet stand outside of time.

$19.95

KEMAL GEKIC LIVE IN TOKYO 2002

Gekic has a special relationship with his wide Japanese audience, and their special style of listening has a creative effect on his interpretations.

$0.00

MISTYLAND - Mayamisty Tiro

Maya Alvanovich has blossomed as a jazz pianist and composer with her trio. Few know that years ago she studied classical piano with Alan Fraser at the University of Novi Sad!

$17.95

Lessons

SKYPE LESSON

During the pandemic, Alan Fraser has been teaching more pianists on Skype. Students report improvements that belie the limitations of the medium.

$125

Pianimals Online Institute - 1 session

Purchase one session of the 8-week Pianimals Online Institute course.

$40

Pianimals Online Institute - 2 sessions

Purchase two sessions of the 8-week Pianimals Online Institute course.

$80

Pianimals Online Institute - 3 sessions

Purchase three sessions of the 8-week Pianimals Online Institute course.

$120

Pianimals Online Institute - 4 sessions

Purchase four sessions of the 8-week Pianimals Online Institute course.

$160

Pianimals Online Institute - 5 sessions

Purchase five sessions of the 8-week Pianimals Online Institute course.

$200

Pianimals Online Institute - 6 sessions

Purchase six sessions of the 8-week Pianimals Online Institute course.

$240

Pianimals Online Institute - 7 sessions

Purchase seven sessions of the 8-week Pianimals Online Institute course.

$280

Pianimals Online Institute - 8 sessions

Purchase eight sessions of the 8-week Pianimals Online Institute course.

$320

Pianimals Online Institute 1 Active Lesson

Book one individual lesson at the Alan Fraser Online Pianimals Institute.

$75

Pianimals Online Institute 2 Active Lessons

Book two individual lessons at the Alan Fraser Online Pianimals Institute.

$150

Pianimals Online Institute 3 Active Lessons

Book three individual lessons at the Alan Fraser Online Pianimals Institute.

$225

Pianimals Online Institute 4 Active Lessons

Book four individual lessons at the Alan Fraser Online Pianimals Institute.

$300

Pianimals Online Institute 5 Active Lessons

Book five individual lessons at the Alan Fraser Online Pianimals Institute.

$375

Pianimals Online Institute 6 Active Lessons

Book six individual lessons at the Alan Fraser Online Pianimals Institute.

$450

Pianimals Online Institute 7 Active Lessons

Book seven individual lessons at the Alan Fraser Online Pianimals Institute.

$525

Pianimals Online Institute 8 Active Lessons

Book eight individual lessons at the Alan Fraser Online Pianimals Institute.

$600

Pianimals Online Study Group 1 Session

Register for one week at the Alan Fraser Pianimals Online Study Group with a mini-Awareness Through Piano Movement lesson and an individual study piece lesson.

$28

Pianimals Online Study Group 2 Sessions

Register for two weeks at the Alan Fraser Pianimals Online Study Group with a mini-Awareness Through Piano Movement lesson and an individual study piece lesson.

$56

Pianimals Online Study Group 3 Sessions

Register for three weeks at the Alan Fraser Pianimals Online Study Group with a mini-Awareness Through Piano Movement lesson and an individual study piece lesson.

$84

Pianimals Online Study Group 4 Sessions

Register for four weeks at the Alan Fraser Pianimals Online Study Group with a mini-Awareness Through Piano Movement lesson and an individual study piece lesson.

$112

Pianimals Online Study Group 5 Sessions

Register for five weeks at the Alan Fraser Pianimals Online Study Group with a mini-Awareness Through Piano Movement lesson and an individual study piece lesson.

$140

Pianimals Online Study Group 6 Sessions

Register for six weeks at the Alan Fraser Pianimals Online Study Group with a mini-Awareness Through Piano Movement lesson and an individual study piece lesson.

$178

Pianimals Online Study Group 7 Sessions

Register for seven weeks at the Alan Fraser Pianimals Online Study Group with a mini-Awareness Through Piano Movement lesson and an individual study piece lesson.

$196

Pianimals Online Study Group 8 Sessions

Register for eight weeks at the Alan Fraser Pianimals Online Study Group with a mini-Awareness Through Piano Movement lesson and an individual study piece lesson.

$224

Pianimals Online Institute Recordings - 1 Session

Do you want to watch just one particular Pianimals Online Institute sessions? Purchase the video recording and watch it at your leisure. Good for one week's videos.

$10

Pianimals Online Institute Set of Recordings - 2 Sessions

Can't attend an online Pianimals institute session? Purchase the video recordings and watch them at your leisure. Good for two weeks’ videos.

$20

Pianimals Online Institute Set of Recordings - 3 Sessions

Can't attend an online Pianimals institute session? Purchase the video recordings and watch them at your leisure. Good for three weeks’ videos.

$30

Pianimals Online Institute Set of Recordings - 4 Sessions

Can't attend an online Pianimals institute session? Purchase the video recordings and watch them at your leisure. Good for four weeks’ videos.

$40

Pianimals Online Institute Set of Recordings - 5 Sessions

Can't attend an online Pianimals institute session? Purchase the video recordings and watch them at your leisure. Good for five weeks’ videos.

$50

Pianimals Online Institute Set of Recordings - 6 Sessions

Can't attend an online Pianimals institute session? Purchase the video recordings and watch them at your leisure. Good for six weeks’ videos.

$60

Pianimals Online Institute Set of Recordings - 7 Sessions

Can't attend an online Pianimals institute session? Purchase the video recordings and watch them at your leisure. Good for seven weeks’ videos.

$70

Pianimals Online Institute Set of Recordings - Complete Set of Sessions

Purchase the Zoom session video recordings for an entire Pianimals Online Institute. Good for eight weeks’ videos.

$80

Oxford Piano Somatics Institute add Half an Individual Lesson

<p> Add one half-lesson to your registration for the Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics.</p>

$85

USA 2025 Piano Somatics Institute add one individual lesson

Add one lesson to your registration for the Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics.

$145

USA 2025 Piano Somatics Institute add two individual lessons

Add two individual lessons to your registration for the Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics.

$285

USA 2025 Piano Somatics Institute add three individual lessons

Add three individual lessons to your registration for the Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics.

$425

Oxford 2025 Piano Somatics Institute add four individual lessons

Add four individual lessons to your registration for the Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics.

$580

Oxford Piano Somatics Institute add five individual lessons

Add five individual lessons to your registration for the Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics.

$857

Oxford Piano Somatics Institute add six individual lessons

Add six individual lessons to your registration for the Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics.

$870

Oxford Piano Somatics Institute add seven individual lessons

Add seven individual lessons to your registration for the Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics.

$1052

Fraser Piano Institute Recordings

Purchase a complete set of recordings for an Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics. Please indicate which institute you are purchasing (place name or online; dates)

$245

USA 2025 Piano Somatics Institute Half-Day Registration

Register for a half day at an Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics, full participation, no individual lesson.

$25

USA 2025 Piano Somatics Institute 1-Day Registration

Register for one day at an Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics, full participation, no individual lesson included.

$75

USA 2025 Piano Somatics Institute 2-Day Registration

Register for two days at a European Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics, full participation, no individual lesson included.

$145

USA 2025 Piano Somatics Institute 3-Day Registration

Register for three days at an Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics, full participation, no individual lesson included.

$215

Oxford Piano Somatics Institute 4-Day Registration

Register for four days at an Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics, full participation, no individual lesson included.

$275

Oxford Piano Somatics Institute 5-Day Registration

Register for five days at an Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics, full participation, no individual lesson included.

$345

Oxford Piano Somatics Institute 6-Day Registration

Register for six days at an Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics, full participation, no individual lesson included.

$410

Oxford Piano Somatics Institute 7-Day Registration

Register for seven days at an Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics, full participation, no individual lesson included.

$470

Fraser Ohio Institute Single Dorm Room for the week

Weekly dormitory room, Miami U, Oxford Ohio

$342

Pianimals Online Study Group Recording - 1 Session

Can't attend an online Pianimals Study Group session? Purchase the video recordings and watch them at your leisure. Good for one week's videos.

$24

Pianimals Study Group Set of Recordings - 2 Sessions

Can't attend an online Pianimals Study Group session? Purchase the video recordings and watch them at your leisure. Good for two weeks' videos.

$48

Pianimals Study Group Set of Recordings - 3 Sessions

Can't attend an online Pianimals Study Group session? Purchase the video recordings and watch them at your leisure. Good for three weeks' videos.

$72

Pianimals Study Group Set of Recordings - 4 Sessions

Can't attend an online Pianimals Study Group session? Purchase the video recordings and watch them at your leisure. Good for four weeks' videos.

$96

Pianimals Study Group Set of Recordings - 5 Sessions

Can't attend an online Pianimals Study Group session? Purchase the video recordings and watch them at your leisure. Good for five weeks' videos.

$120

Pianimals Study Group Set of Recordings - 6 Sessions

Can't attend an online Pianimals Study Group session? Purchase the video recordings and watch them at your leisure. Good for six weeks' videos.

$144

Pianimals Study Group Set of Recordings - 7 Sessions

Can't attend an online Pianimals Study Group session? Purchase the video recordings and watch them at your leisure. Good for seven weeks' videos.

$168

Pianimals Study Group Set of Recordings - 8 Sessions

Can't attend an online Pianimals Study Group session? Purchase the video recordings and watch them at your leisure. Good for eight weeks' videos.

$192

One Private Lesson

Can't attend an institute but have a chance to work with Alan Fraser on an individual basis? Pay for your lesson here.

$128

Two Private Lessons

Can't attend an institute but have a chance to work with Alan Fraser on an individual basis? Pay for your lessons here.

$256

Three Private Lessons

Can't attend an institute but have a chance to work with Alan Fraser on an individual basis? Pay for your lessons here.

$384

Four Private Lessons

Can't attend an institute but have a chance to work with Alan Fraser on an individual basis? Pay for your lessons here.

$516

Five Private Lessons

Can't attend an institute but have a chance to work with Alan Fraser on an individual basis? Pay for your lessons here.

$640

Six Private Lessons

Can't attend an institute but have a chance to work with Alan Fraser on an individual basis? Pay for your lessons here.

$768

SKYPE DISCOUNT LESSON

Please use only if you have been granted a partial scholarship from the Institute of Piano Somatics.

$80

Europe Piano Somatics Institute 1-Day Active

Register for one day at an Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics, full active participation, individual lesson included.

$157

Europe Piano Somatics Institute 2-Days Active

Register for two days at an Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics, full active participation, individual lesson included.

$308

Europe Piano Somatics Institute 3-Day Active

Register for three days at an Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics, full active participation, individual lesson included.

$457

Europe Piano Somatics Institute 4-Day Active

Register for four days at an Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics, full active participation, individual lesson included.

$598

Europe Piano Somatics Institute 5-Day Active

Register for five days at an Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics, full active participation, individual lesson included.

$687

Europe Piano Somatics Institute 6-Day Active

Register for six days at an Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics, full active participation, individual lesson included.

$824

Europe Piano Somatics Institute Half-Day Passive

Register for a half day at an Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics, full active participation, individual lesson included.

$25

Europe Piano Somatics Institute 1-Day Passive

Register for one day at a European Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics, full active participation, individual lesson included.

$45

Europe Piano Somatics Institute 2-Day Passive

Register for one day at the Munich Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics, full active participation, individual lesson included.

$90

Europe Piano Somatics Institute 3-Day Passive

Register for three days at a European Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics, full active participation, individual lesson included.

$132

Europe Piano Somatics Institute 4-Day Passive

Register for four days at a European Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics, full active participation, individual lesson included.

$172

Europe Piano Somatics Institute 5-Day Passive

Register for five days at a European Alan Fraser Institute of Piano Somatics, full active participation, individual lesson included.

$210

Piano Somatics Private Lesson, NYC

No time to attend an institute? Not partial to online lessons? Not to worry, work with Alan Fraser in person in New York City.

$150

2 Piano Somatics Private Lessons, NYC

No time to attend an institute? Not partial to online lessons? Not to worry, work with Alan Fraser in person in New York City.

$300

3 Piano Somatics Private Lessons, NYC

No time to attend an institute? Not partial to online lessons? Not to worry, work with Alan Fraser in person in New York City.

$450

4 Piano Somatics Private Lessons, NYC

No time to attend an institute? Not partial to online lessons? Not to worry, work with Alan Fraser in person in New York City.

$600

5 Piano Somatics Private Lessons, NYC

No time to attend an institute? Not partial to online lessons? Not to worry, work with Alan Fraser in person in New York City.

$750

6 Piano Somatics Private Lessons, NYC

No time to attend an institute? Not partial to online lessons? Not to worry, work with Alan Fraser in person in New York City.

$900

Mexico City Alan Fraser 1 Lesson

Purchase 2 lessons with Alan Fraser in Mexico City. Please email us your preferred date(s) and time(s).

$40

Mexico City Alan Fraser 2 Lessons

Purchase 2 lessons with Alan Fraser in Mexico City. Please email us your preferred date(s) and time(s).

$80

Mexico City Alan Fraser 3 Lessons

Purchase 3 lessons with Alan Fraser in Mexico City. Please email us your preferred date(s) and time(s).

$120

Mexico City Alan Fraser 4 Lessons

Purchase 4 lessons with Alan Fraser in Mexico City. Please email us your preferred date(s) and time(s).

$160

Mexico City Alan Fraser 5 Lessons

Purchase 5 lessons with Alan Fraser in Mexico City. Please email us your preferred date(s) and time(s).

$200

Mexico City Alan Fraser 1 day observation

Purchase 1 day's passive observation of Alan Fraser's lessons in Mexico City. Please email us your preferred date(s) and time(s).

$10

Mexico City Alan Fraser 2 days observation

Purchase 2 day's passive observation of Alan Fraser's lessons in Mexico City. Please email us your preferred date(s) and time(s).

$20

Mexico City Alan Fraser 3 days observation

Purchase 3 day's passive observation of Alan Fraser's lessons in Mexico City. Please email us your preferred date(s) and time(s).

$30

Mexico City Alan Fraser 4 days observation

Purchase 4 day's passive observation of Alan Fraser's lessons in Mexico City. Please email us your preferred date(s) and time(s).

$40

Mexico City Alan Fraser 5 days observation

Purchase 5 day's passive observation of Alan Fraser's lessons in Mexico City. Please email us your preferred date(s) and time(s).

$50

Matthew Lesson Fee

special price for two lessons plus some books

$450

Links

PianoTechnique.org

Official video site of Alan Fraser Institutes

Contact

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AFFI

Alan Fraser Piano Institutes

Official Website of Alan Fraser Piano Institutes