Hermann Berens – Newest School of Velocity for Piano, Op.61

ebook Progressive Studies to Build Speed, Precision, and Expressive Control

By Hermann Berens

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Master the art of fast, fluid, and controlled piano playing.
Hermann Berens (1826–1880), a respected 19th-century pianist and pedagogue, composed the Newest School of Velocity, Op.61 as a systematic training program for speed and technical fluency at the keyboard. This essential collection offers pianists a clear, progressively structured pathway to developing effortless velocity while maintaining clarity, control, and expression.
Unlike mechanical drills, Berens' studies integrate musical phrasing and dynamic shaping, ensuring that students don't just play fast but play musically. The exercises progress from moderate to highly advanced, addressing finger independence, evenness, articulation, and hand coordination — skills required for Romantic virtuosity and complex repertoire across all styles.
  • Complete, clearly engraved edition – optimized for digital reading on tablets, e-readers, or computers.
  • Progressive design – from manageable early velocity studies to advanced technical challenges.
  • Targets essential skills – speed, control, articulation, and expressive clarity.
  • Musically engaging – encourages artistry while building virtuosity.
  • Ideal for intermediate and advanced pianists and teachers seeking a reliable method for technical acceleration.
  • 👉 Add this classic Berens collection to your digital library and transform your speed into expressive, effortless pianistic mastery.
    Hermann Berens – Newest School of Velocity for Piano, Op.61