Development of Russian Piano School and Techniques Used in Russian Piano Education

Abstract

Throughout the history of classical music piano, various schools have emerged, often named after cities such as London, Vienna, and Hamburg. Today, it is widely accepted that there are three major piano schools: the French, German, and Russian schools. This study briefly mentions the history of Russian classical music and the development of the piano school in the country. It explores the individuals who played a significant role in this process and the techniques they employed in piano education. The main objective of the study is to determine the development of the piano school in Russia, the key influencers in this process, and the techniques used in piano education.  The study employed a literature review and semi-structured interviews. As a result of the study it can be said that many important artists and teachers, especially Anton and Nicolai Rubinstein, created a classical music culture and tradition in Russia. Piano education based on a solid foundation, combined with the musical talent of the Russian nation, has enabled Russia to become one of the leading countries in piano performance today.