The independence of each finger is crucial for playing chords effectively, allowing for a beautiful melody to emerge from the interplay of individual finger movements.

Independent training for the thumb and fingers is essential, enabling each to function without affecting the other, which is vital for playing beautifully and accurately. To make a melody sing, you need to control each finger individually and develop a relationship between them, allowing for independence and trust in your playing.

When playing a single note melody, it's essential to have refined control of touch, but bringing out and singing a melody through a series of chords requires even greater nuance and control.

I liken the fingers of the right hand to a string quartet, where each finger plays its part independently, contributing to the overall sound while maintaining individuality.

Avoiding extra accents with the right hand is crucial; if I emphasize each note too much, it disrupts the flow of the melody and prevents the notes from connecting well.

While focusing on legato playing, it's essential to consider the role of the right hand, as it can interrupt the flow of the melody if not managed properly.

Using a combination of thumb and index finger in your right hand can enhance your phrasing and make the passage easier to play.

Singing while playing can help you feel more confident and understand where the notes are in the melody, and to strengthen your melodic playing, it's important to identify where you breathe in the music, as it helps form the line of the melody.

It's crucial to develop good habits of alternation early on to prevent tension in the right hand and maintain tone quality as you progress to more complex repertoire.