Pop Piano Course, Book 1

Elementary Level Book with Online Audio-Fully revised and updated this brand new edition of Book One of the renowned John Thompson's Adult Piano Course is intended for the adult beginner who is learning the basics of Piano playing. The book and download card will give you a quick and thorough grasp on the fundamentals of playing the Piano. John Thompson's Piano Course is most often associated with younger beginners but the adult course has been equally successful proving that it's never too late to introduce vast numbers of older beginners to the joys of playing the Piano. With authoritative instructions and clear practicaladvice this Piano tutor explains the essential techniques and musical forms for any beginner laying the foundation for further development in later books in the series. The Adult Piano Course introduces the pupil to the notes of the Piano the fundamentals of notation different types of notes and varying rhythms while also ensuring that sight-reading is introduced from the very beginning. From there the student is taken through intervals chords phrasing and beginning scales all interspersed with enjoyable and melodic practice pieces that put the theoretical concepts into a musical context. Throughout this adult Piano tutor there is a great balance between developing musical knowledge and practical musical skills. If you also have a teacher many of the pieces feature accompanying music allowing you to play as a duet which will give you hugely beneficial experience playing with another musician. Similarly one of the most unique things about this book is the included Download Card featuring example demonstrations of the exercises so that you will be able to hear how each one should sound allowing you to get it note-perfect. For decades the timeless John Thompson's Piano Course has been helping beginners

A Creative and Interactive Piano Course for Children-A great supplementary resource to accompany Lesson Book 2 of this definitive beginner method by leading piano educator H-G Heumann. This book takes a playful approach to learning about musical theory and notation with fun interactive games and exercises all beautifully illustrated which support and expand on concepts learnt in Lesson Book 2. What is Piano Junior? Piano Junior is a superb piano course for beginners. It's creative it's interactive it's colourful it has its own website with additional online material - and most importantly it really works! Its characters PJthe friendly robot and his sidekick Mozart the dog motivate and encourage children throughout each level. The course is available as core Lesson Books along with supplementary Theory Duet and Performance Books at each stage.   Who is Piano Junior for? Suitable for children from around the age of 6 Piano Junior takes young students on their first steps and prepares them with a solid foundation for early grades. A method for the digital age Teachers parents and students can visit www.piano-junior.com for demonstration videos and recordings along with a host of other free downloadable resources which really bring practice sessions at home to life! PIANO JUNIOR - press reviews 'The careful introduction of all aspects of music notation is a standout feature of these books and to my mind Heumann has provided one of the best child-friendly introductions to reading music that I have seen... Piano Junior has in many respects raised the bar in some ways perhaps even setting a new standard by which piano courses for children will be judged.' - PIANODAO.COM

A Creative and Interactive Piano Course for Children-A book of 20 solo piano pieces to supplement Lesson Book 1 of this definitive beginner method by leading piano educator H-G Heumann. The choice of repertoire includes pieces from the classical period to the present day charming arrangements of folk tunes children’s songs and jazz and pop melodies. Perfect for first concerts! What is Piano Junior? Piano Junior is a superb piano course for beginners. It's creative it's interactive it's colourful it has its own website with additional online material - and most importantly it really works! Its characters PJ the friendly robot and his sidekickMozart the dog motivate and encourage children throughout each level. The course is available as core Lesson Books along with supplementary Theory Duet and Performance Books at each stage.   Who is Piano Junior for? Suitable for children from around the age of 6 Piano Junior takes young students on their first steps and prepares them with a solid foundation for early grades. A method for the digital age Teachers parents and students can visit www.piano-junior.com for demonstration videos and recordings along with a host of other free downloadable resources which really bring practice sessions at home to life!   PIANO JUNIOR - press reviews 'The careful introduction of all aspects of music notation is a standout feature of these books and to my mind Heumann has provided one of the best child-friendly introductions to reading music that I have seen... Piano Junior has in many respects raised the bar in some ways perhaps even setting a new standard by which piano courses for children will be judged.' - PIANODAO.COM

A book of 15 fun and easy piano duets supplementing the other books in Level 1 of this definitive beginner method by leading piano educator H-G Heumann. This illustrated duet book is ideal for getting pupils together to learn the valuable skill of ensemble playing. What is Piano Junior? Piano Junior is a superb piano course for beginners. It's creative it's interactive it's colourful it has its own website with additional online material - and most importantly it really works! Its characters PJ the friendly robot and his sidekick Mozart the dog motivate and encourage children throughout eachlevel. The course is available as core strong>Lesson Books along with supplementary Theory Duet and Performance Books at each stage.   Who is Piano Junior for? Suitable for children from around the age of 6 Piano Junior takes young students on their first steps and prepares them with a solid foundation for early grades. A method for the digital age Teachers parents and students can visit www.piano-junior.com for demonstration videos and recordings along with a host of other free downloadable resources which really bring practice sessions at home to life!   PIANO JUNIOR - press reviews 'The careful introduction of all aspects of music notation is a standout feature of these books and to my mind Heumann has provided one of the best child-friendly introductions to reading music that I have seen... Piano Junior has in many respects raised the bar in some ways perhaps even setting a new standard by which piano courses for children will be judged.' - PIANODAO.COM

John Thompson?s Easiest Piano Course-Featuring 11 easy arrangements for 1 piano 4 hands this book is a fun and engaging introduction to piano duets that perfectly complements Books 2?4 of John Thompson?s Easiest Piano Course. Children will love learning classical favourites such as In the Hall of the Mountain King Ode to Joy and The Swan within the rewarding and interactive context of duet playing. First Published in 1954 John Thompson?s Easiest Piano Course is one of the most-loved and best-selling piano methods in the world. John Thompson?s timeless approach to learning has been trusted by generations of teachers to start millions of students on their musical journey.

With a fully revised and updated edition Book Two of the renowned John Thompson's Adult Piano Course has been tailor-made for the adult beginner who is getting to grips with the basics of Piano playing. The accompanying download card will allow you to hear how each example should be played allowing you to continue your progression smoothly from Book One.   John Thompson's Piano Course has long been the standard for beginning Piano tuition and now the Adult Piano Course ignites the flame for older beginners who have decided to take up that most valuable pastime in laterlife as it truly is never too late. Featuring authoritative instructions and advice that is practical and useful this second volume of the hugely popular Piano tutor series explores the techniques and theory that were introduced in the first book but in greater depth and detail as well as introducing new more advanced concepts that you will be learning for the first time.   Book Two of the John Thompson's Adult Piano Course will guide you through concepts such as pedal points new chord studies grace notes syncopation arpeggios staccato major and minor scales and many more essential concepts all the while using fantastic music to illustrate and contextualise the ideas. With its authoritative tone and comprehensive instructions you'll be building on everything you learned in the first book in no time at all.   As in the previous volume this book places equal emphasis on musical theory and musicality providing you with good examples on which to focus your practising of a particular technique. If you have a teacher they will be able to decide how best to use the book but if you are teaching yourself it's still an incredibly useful and efficient tool for helping you make the most of your abilities. The unique Download Card

A Creative and Interactive Piano Course For Children-What is Piano Junior?Piano Junior is a superb piano course for beginners. It's creative it's interactive it's colourful it has its own website with additional online material ? and most importantly it really works! Its characters PJ the friendly robot and his sidekick Mozart the dog motivate and encourage children throughout each level. The course is available as core Lesson Books along with supplementary Theory Duet and Performance Books at each stage. Who is Piano Junior for?Suitable for children from around the age of 6 Piano Junior takes young students on their first steps and prepares them with a solid foundation for earlygrades. A method for the digital ageTeachers parents and students can visit www.piano-junior.com [1] for demonstration videos and recordings along with a host of other free downloadable resources which really bring practice sessions at home to life! PIANO JUNIOR - press reviews 'The careful introduction of all aspects of music notation is a standout feature of these books and to my mind Heumann has provided one of the best child-friendly introductions to reading music that I have seen... Piano Junior has in many respects raised the bar in some ways perhaps even setting a new standard by which piano courses for children will be judged.' - PIANODAO.COM Links:------[1] http://www.piano-junior.com

What is Piano Junior?Piano Junior is a superb piano course for beginners. It's creative, it's interactive, it's colourful, it has its own website with additional online material ? and most importantly, it really works! Its characters, PJ the friendly robot and his sidekick Mozart the dog, motivate and encourage children throughout each level. The course is available as core Lesson Books, along with supplementary Theory, Duet and Performance Books at each stage.Who is Piano Junior for?Suitable for children from around the age of 6, Piano Junior takes young students on their first steps and prepares them with a solid foundation for early grades. A method for the digital ageTeachers, parents and students can visit www.piano-junior.com [1] for demonstration videos and recordings, along with a host of other free downloadable resources which really bring practice sessions at home to life! PIANO JUNIOR - press reviewsThe careful introduction of all aspects of music notation is a standout feature of these books, and to my mind Heumann has provided one of the best child-friendly introductions to reading music that I have seen... Piano Junior has in many respects raised the bar, in some ways perhaps even setting a new standard by which piano courses for children will be judged. - PIANODAO.COMLinks:------[1] http://www.piano-junior.com

Special Edition-Carol Barret's Easiest Piano Course books have captured the imagination of young children everywhere! This Special edition incorporates sight-reading and warm-up exercises to enable the pupil to get to grips with these along theway. This fantastic piano method combines pictures games and activities with clear tuition which really makes children want to get involved and learn. Progress is carefully paced to match the development of youngpianists while satisfying the demands of the professional teacher. Parents too are encouraged to join in and there are plenty of suggestions and recommendations for supplementary material.

Now beginning players can enjoy Book 1 from Edna Mae Burnam best-selling Step By Step Piano Course with a CD! This Piano course provides the student the opportunity to experience the joy of playing while learning the rudiments of music in a logical order with gradual and steady progress presenting a challenge toward increasing pianistic facility.

Now beginning players can enjoy Book 2 from Edna Mae Burnam best-selling Step By Step Piano Course with a CD! This Piano course provides the student the opportunity to experience the joy of playing while learning the rudiments of music in a logical order with gradual and steady progress presenting a challenge toward increasing pianistic facility.

Now beginning players can enjoy Book 5 from Edna Mae Burnam best-selling Step By Step Piano Course with a CD! This Piano course provides the student the opportunity to experience the joy of playing while learning the rudiments of music in a logical order with gradual and steady progress presenting a challenge toward increasing pianistic facility.

The third volume in this series for pianists ages 4 to 9, this book contains more songs in the already familiar key of G. New topics include the key of F and extended hand positions with six-note melodies, plus the IV chord in all keys, dotted rhythms, dynamics, staccato and legato touches, and two-note and longer phrases. Heartwarming Family Circus cartoons appear throughout the book. Of all the piano instruction books and courses out there, yours is the best by far, because it combines theory, fun, a wonderful variety of songs, and of course, the 5-point learning plan. Thank you for providing such a fantastic piano course for children! ? Beverly Short, Santa Monica, California You?ve really found a wonderful way of making music fun for children with your songs. The songs are infused with spirit, so it makes learning truly enjoyable for students. ? Monica Le, Fullerton, California I love these books because they work! I have been using them for many years with children 4 years old and up. The big notes make note learning easy and the directions for teachers are clear and methodical. My students and their parents are excited as they graduate from one level to the next. These books truly teach little fingers to play! Thank you, Ann Patrick Green! ? Carol Orozco, Fullerton, California I use Ann Patrick Green's books with every student. The larger note size, the use of solfege note reading, the inclusion of theory and the way each book is organized makes teaching and learning easy and fun. ? Lisa Smith, piano teacher