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Did you know that your tongue is directly connected to your finger movements

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For pianists, this is a fascinating and often overlooked aspect of body awareness and tension release. Historically, language developed alongside hand gestures, which means that the movements of our tongue and fingers are deeply interlinked.

Even in young children, you might notice someone sticking their tongue out while writing and similar patterns can appear when learning the piano.

In this video, I’ll tell you how tension in your tongue can translate directly into tension in your fingers. If you find yourself holding unnecessary stiffness while playing, it may not just be your hands your tongue could be contributing without you realizing it. By consciously releasing tongue tension, you can immediately free your finger movements and improve your technical control and expressivity.

🎹 What You’ll Learn in This Video
The historical connection between language, gestures, and finger movement
How tongue tension directly impacts finger tension
Why young pianists often mirror tongue gestures when learning movement
Practical ways to release tension in your tongue for freer playing
How body awareness improves overall piano technique

Many pianists struggle with subtle tension in their fingers, which can limit speed, accuracy, and fluidity. This tension often comes from small, unnoticed habits, like jaw clenching or tongue stiffness. Understanding this mind-body connection is key to mastering your movements and achieving effortless expression at the piano.

💡 Pro Tip- During practice, take a moment to check your tongue and jaw. Are you gripping or pressing with your tongue Let it relax naturally. Feel how your fingers respond instantly — freer, smoother, and more agile. This is a simple yet powerful way to improve movement, gestures, and overall piano language.

Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced pianist, this tiny adjustment can make a significant difference in your playing comfort and technical efficiency. By releasing tension in your tongue, you create a cascade effect that promotes fluid gestures, expressive phrasing, and a more relaxed connection to the keyboard.

Pianists often overlook small body cues that directly affect performance. By integrating this awareness into your daily practice, you’ll notice a huge improvement in movement quality, finger independence, and expressiveness.

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Hi, I'm Helen Aun! I'm a peak performance coach, Alexander Technique teacher, and business mentor for pianists and piano teachers. With over 25 years of experience as a professional pianist and educator, I help musicians play with confidence and ease, and build successful careers.

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Founder of The Helen Aun Institute, dedicated to helping pianists thrive artistically and financially.
Help pianists overcome performance anxiety and physical pain.

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