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DR. CAMERON ROBERTS
DR. CAMERON ROBERTS


EVIDENCE-BASED PIANO PLAYING


Optimizing Pianism

–World-Class Science for World-Class Pianists


Dr. Cameron Roberts

PIANIST • PHYSICIAN • PHD • AUTHOR

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"This book is a revelation. The universe of pianistic art is examined from all sides and put to the test..." — Prof. Dr. Eckart Altenmüller, Former Director, Institute of Music Physiology and Musician's Medicine, Hannover·"Highly recommended – a forensic exposé of the megalomaniacal, imperialist and superstitious BS behind many destructive piano pedagogy belief systems" — Dr Michael Kieran Harvey, Adjunct Professor, Piano & Composition, University of Tasmania·"One of the – if not the – most inspiring music pedagogy reads I've ever read" — Dr László Stachó, Liszt Academy of Music·"He combines the disciplines of science and art... Intelligent and informative; it is thought-provoking, also amusing. It is both absorbing and enjoyable to read." — Prof Ronald Farren-Price AM, Former Dean and Head of Piano and Music, University of Melbourne·"Cameron Roberts is one of the most original, intelligent and sensitive musicians I know, and that, combined with his medical knowledge, makes this book a fascinating read. I thoroughly recommend it." — Duncan Gifford, Pianist and International Prize winner, Escuela Superior de Música Reina Sofía, Madrid·"Optimising Pianism cuts through that fog, offering not only a valuable reference to consult but a foundation for healthier, more effective, and truly optimised pianism." — Timothy Young, Head of Piano, Australian National Academy of Music·"Cameron's book is gold! I only wish I had read it earlier on in my career. I found it both confronting and liberating." — Dr Ashley Hribar, Classical, Jazz and Contemporary Music Pianist and Composer, Australia/Germany·"This book is a revelation. The universe of pianistic art is examined from all sides and put to the test..." — Prof. Dr. Eckart Altenmüller, Former Director, Institute of Music Physiology and Musician's Medicine, Hannover·"Highly recommended – a forensic exposé of the megalomaniacal, imperialist and superstitious BS behind many destructive piano pedagogy belief systems" — Dr Michael Kieran Harvey, Adjunct Professor, Piano & Composition, University of Tasmania·"One of the – if not the – most inspiring music pedagogy reads I've ever read" — Dr László Stachó, Liszt Academy of Music·"He combines the disciplines of science and art... Intelligent and informative; it is thought-provoking, also amusing. It is both absorbing and enjoyable to read." — Prof Ronald Farren-Price AM, Former Dean and Head of Piano and Music, University of Melbourne·"Cameron Roberts is one of the most original, intelligent and sensitive musicians I know, and that, combined with his medical knowledge, makes this book a fascinating read. I thoroughly recommend it." — Duncan Gifford, Pianist and International Prize winner, Escuela Superior de Música Reina Sofía, Madrid·"Optimising Pianism cuts through that fog, offering not only a valuable reference to consult but a foundation for healthier, more effective, and truly optimised pianism." — Timothy Young, Head of Piano, Australian National Academy of Music·"Cameron's book is gold! I only wish I had read it earlier on in my career. I found it both confronting and liberating." — Dr Ashley Hribar, Classical, Jazz and Contemporary Music Pianist and Composer, Australia/Germany·

Services

CONSULTATION

A diagnostic consultation for pianists with high-stakes physical, technical or performing problems requiring proper management and solutions.

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5-SESSION PACKAGE

A complete Optimizing Pianism reset in 5 structured sessions. Stop guessing. Stop underperforming. Stop playing with pain and health risk. Fix bad habits now and forever.

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UPCOMING EXAM: 8-WEEK (CRASH) COURSE TO EXCELLENCE

This is an 8 x 30min online package. Purposefully designed for students preparing for ABRSM, AMEB or College Exams who need an 'emergency' action plan to fix current problems of learning and execution to deliver high-end results. 1 lesson every week for 8 weeks with very targeted tasks and goals to accomplish. 

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VIDEO SERIES

The Science of Virtuosic Pianism - 88 Do's & Don'ts

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APP

 THE piano-science coaching app... in your pocket. Stay ahead. Stay informed. 

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Other Resources

THE BOOK

'Optimizing Pianism: Evidence-Based Perspectives' (Bloomsbury Publishing, 2025)

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PIANISM PERSONALITY TEST

Learn how your (unconcious) pianism personality affects your practice.

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INFORMATION SHEETS

Practice guides. Health tips. Articles etc.

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ARCHIVED NEWSLETTERS

Free evidence-based tips. Each week, a new topic.

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OTHER LINKS

Recordings. Concerts. Media. Reviews.

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