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The Preparatory level Lesson and Technique Book provides students with material that is uniquely balanced musically and pedagogically, while providing a perfect introduction to the piano by laying a strong foundation to build upon. Reading, rhythm, technique, theory, ear training, playing by ear, music history, composition, and wonderful music by multiple composers are seamlessly integrated for a well-balanced music curriculum.
Some of the concepts covered in the Preparatory level Lesson and Technique Book include: a natural and perfect hand position; a steady beat; pre-reading and staff reading of notes from Bass C to Treble G; Guide Notes Bass F, Middle C, and Treble G; quarter, half, dotted half, and whole notes; intervals of a 2nd to a 5th; repeat sign; forte and piano dynamics; two-note slurs; phrases; 8va; tie; Middle C and C position.
In addition to these concepts students learn six basic techniques in this level:
1.) Finger, hand, and arm position, correct body alignment, posture, and a general well-being at the piano
2.)The feeling of arm weight – being able to feel the arm letting go and relaxing
3.)Flexible wrists
4.Two-note slurs
5.)Weight transfer from one finger to the next
6.)Rotation in the hands, wrists, and arms
The CD for the Lesson and Technique Book is innovative as well as educational. Students learn how to form correct practice habits from the very beginning as well as have the opportunity to play many of the pieces with a string quartet accompaniment (two violins, viola, and cello), recorded live!
Succeeding at the Piano, Lesson and Technique Book – Preparatory
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A simple, step-by-step approach to learning the piano.
Beginner’s Piano is designed to make learning the basics of piano playing and music theory as simple as possible for students and teachers alike. A no-nonsense approach with ideas clearly introduced using jargon-free text, the course is dedicated to developing fluency in reading and a thorough foundation in music.Product Description
A simple, step-by-step approach to learning the piano.
Beginner’s Piano is designed to make learning the basics of piano playing and music theory as simple as possible for students and teachers alike. A no-nonsense approach with ideas clearly introduced using jargon-free text, the course is dedicated to developing fluency in reading and a thorough foundation in music.
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From the very first lessons in Book 1 students are making music as they explore the piano keyboard through fun improvisation pieces called My Own Song. The beginning of the book introduces finger numbers the black-key and white-key groups and basic rhythm patterns.Directional reading is taught first by finger number then by note name and then by interval (stop skip and repeat). Once the students are introduced to the staff they learn reading guides ±Bass F± and ±Treble G± and read by interval in several different hand positions. This package includes a Piano Lessons Book and embedded audio featuring wonderful tracks to accompany the student during practice or performance.Product Description
From the very first lessons in Book 1 students are making music as they explore the piano keyboard through fun improvisation pieces called My Own Song. The beginning of the book introduces finger numbers the black-key and white-key groups and basic rhythm patterns.Directional reading is taught first by finger number then by note name and then by interval (stop skip and repeat). Once the students are introduced to the staff they learn reading guides ±Bass F± and ±Treble G± and read by interval in several different hand positions. This package includes a Piano Lessons Book and embedded audio featuring wonderful tracks to accompany the student during practice or performance.
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This REVOLUTIONARY, NEW method teaches you how to understand chord titles so you can make piano chords without previous music experience, without note reading, without months of study. Start playing songs on piano today. Just read the chord names in songbooks and play the songs. This is the easiest, most direct method of chord theory in the world. All of the necessary tools are there, while all of the information that you don’t need and will never use has been eliminated. Memorization is kept to an absolute minimum, but by the end of this eBook, you will have the knowledge needed to make over 5,000 chords on the piano, easily and logically. This eBook is a “must-have” especially for keyboard players who want to play and perform like the pro’s really do.Product Description
This REVOLUTIONARY, NEW method teaches you how to understand chord titles so you can make piano chords without previous music experience, without note reading, without months of study. Start playing songs on piano today. Just read the chord names in songbooks and play the songs. This is the easiest, most direct method of chord theory in the world. All of the necessary tools are there, while all of the information that you don’t need and will never use has been eliminated. Memorization is kept to an absolute minimum, but by the end of this eBook, you will have the knowledge needed to make over 5,000 chords on the piano, easily and logically. This eBook is a “must-have” especially for keyboard players who want to play and perform like the pro’s really do.
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Big note notation, helpful for students with visual impairments.
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Music Lessons have begun for piano
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Hit the right note for rapid, flexible, computer-based piano instruction with Instant Play Piano Deluxe, the 5 CD-ROM software suite featuring full sheet music capability. Keyboard Foundation offers a comprehensive beginner’s guide to the piano, covering everything from reading musical notation to basic keyboard skills. Let your fingers do the walking to the next level with the aptly titled Keyboard Improver, as it reinforces previous lessons and introduces technique for two-handed play and duets. Play Piano builds on the basics with an array of piano parts for your left hand, intricate solo exercises, and bass clef reading drills. Build your repertoire with the rich assortment of solo pieces included in Enjoy Playing Piano. Finally, take a modern CD-ROM approach to tackle classical exercises and scales with the help of Virtuoso Piano Trainer. From chords to the classics, get into the swing of results-oriented keyboard literacy, with Instant Play Piano Deluxe on CD-ROM. System Requirements Windows 98 or higher Pentium IBM compatible PC, 233Mhz or faster 64MB of RAM (128MB with XP) 90MB hard drive space 16-bit color screen, 800 x 800 resolution or higher 8x or greater CD-ROM 16-bit Sound Blaster compatible sound card Speakers or headset Printer (optional) Internet access recommended for activation and updates