SKU: YM.GTP01100873

ISBN 9784636106282.

The scale training exercise complete book, supervised by Yoshiko Kurokawa. This is a revolutionary collection of all-key scale exercises designed to help both aspiring and practicing pianists practice essential scales efficiently. The major and minor (harmonic and melodic minor) scales in the 12 keys are an important part of the practice for learning tonality and training the muscles and joints of the hand. The human hand is flexible, and the thumb and other fingers bend in different directions, making it easy to turn and play a wide range of notes. However, it is important to learn scales from an early age because the correct playing style is required, such as knowing how to turn the fingers when playing speed is faster, the position of the black keys and white keys, and how to use the wrist. To play scales smoothly with all five fingers (one hand), the turn of the first finger is significant. It is advisable to practice scales from an early age to improve the turns. The fingering of the scale changes depending on the key. It takes a lot of time to learn them because fingering is different for the right hand and the left hand as well. Also, although the scale is written in two-fourths time, if you are not used to it, you may end up playing one octave at a time. Various exercises are described in this book to help you solve these problems. It takes a lot of time to play scales well by nature, but that is why it is important to practice efficiently.

SKU: BT.WMP2215

ISBN 9789810924089. English.

Teachers’ Choice, Selected Piano Repertory & Studies for grades 1, 2 and 3 is compiled to provide teachers and students with good options for the 2015 & 2016 ABRSM Piano examinations.

- This collection ofinteresting and appealing Piano pieces contains editorial suggestions for pedagogical purposes. Most teachers will find the performance points helpful in developing stylistic awareness in the students.

-Examinationrequirements aside, details on articulation, dynamics, fingering, pedal marks and tempo serve to provide a directed approach for students to strive towards achieving musical excellence and perfection.

-Effectivetechnicalstudies suited to each level have been carefully selected, forming in themselves, supplementary materials to enhance technical competence.

-Most important of all, enjoy the high standards of music typography suchclear, professionally laid scores supported by modern publishing technology and musical semiotics. The digital print on quality cream-coloured paper ensures comfort in the reading of musical scores.

SKU: YM.GTP01101528

ISBN 9784636112146. 8.75 x 12 inches.

The New WAKU WAKU Piano Technique Series is the essential piano technique books for children prior to Hanon exercises and the trusted Japanese piano skilled books. Learn the basics of piano playing with simple and short sheet music. Each book in the series features titles and illustrations based on children's daily lives, allowing players to add expression to the music while imagining the scenes. With a total of 7 volumes, each volume is structured with 7-8 steps. Each step has a clearly defined practice objective, enabling efficient strengthening of foundational skills. Suitable for use from around 4 years old, it can be used in conjunction with any song collection, making it recommended for all students! Piano Technique 1, 2, 3 Volumes: Learn basic techniques such as staccato and legato with simple sheet music. Effective for strengthening fingertips and muscles, expanding the range of volume and expressiveness. Fingering Exercises allow practicing finger usage without producing sound, and it is beneficial to focus on fingertips and wrist form while using them. Transposing Exercises provide a fun experience of transposing playing with the teacher's accompaniment. Scale & Arpeggio 1 and 2 Volumes: Acquire basic finger usage using short phrases. Highly effective for students who cannot play 1-octave scales or get stuck in the middle of phrases. Transposing Exercises provide an enjoyable experience of transposing playing with the teacher's accompaniment. A la carte 1 and 2 Volumes: Experience various techniques such as ornamentation, unison, octaves, pedal, and more. Since these involve short phrases, you can play without exerting too much force, allowing for practice with a focus on relaxation.

SKU: YM.GTP01101524

ISBN 9784636112108. 8.75 x 12 inches.

The New WAKU WAKU Piano Technique Series is the essential piano technique books for children prior to Hanon exercises and the trusted Japanese piano skilled books. Learn the basics of piano playing with simple and short sheet music. Each book in the series features titles and illustrations based on children's daily lives, allowing players to add expression to the music while imagining the scenes. With a total of 7 volumes, each volume is structured with 7-8 steps. Each step has a clearly defined practice objective, enabling efficient strengthening of foundational skills. Suitable for use from around 4 years old, it can be used in conjunction with any song collection, making it recommended for all students! Piano Technique 1, 2, 3 Volumes: Learn basic techniques such as staccato and legato with simple sheet music. Effective for strengthening fingertips and muscles, expanding the range of volume and expressiveness. Fingering Exercises allow practicing finger usage without producing sound, and it is beneficial to focus on fingertips and wrist form while using them. Transposing Exercises provide a fun experience of transposing playing with the teacher's accompaniment. Scale & Arpeggio 1 and 2 Volumes: Acquire basic finger usage using short phrases. Highly effective for students who cannot play 1-octave scales or get stuck in the middle of phrases. Transposing Exercises provide an enjoyable experience of transposing playing with the teacher's accompaniment. A la carte 1 and 2 Volumes: Experience various techniques such as ornamentation, unison, octaves, pedal, and more. Since these involve short phrases, you can play without exerting too much force, allowing for practice with a focus on relaxation.

SKU: YM.GTP01101525

ISBN 9784636112115. 8.75 x 12 inches.

The New WAKU WAKU Piano Technique Series is the essential piano technique books for children prior to Hanon exercises and the trusted Japanese piano skilled books. Learn the basics of piano playing with simple and short sheet music. Each book in the series features titles and illustrations based on children's daily lives, allowing players to add expression to the music while imagining the scenes. With a total of 7 volumes, each volume is structured with 7-8 steps. Each step has a clearly defined practice objective, enabling efficient strengthening of foundational skills. Suitable for use from around 4 years old, it can be used in conjunction with any song collection, making it recommended for all students! Piano Technique 1, 2, 3 Volumes: Learn basic techniques such as staccato and legato with simple sheet music. Effective for strengthening fingertips and muscles, expanding the range of volume and expressiveness. Fingering Exercises allow practicing finger usage without producing sound, and it is beneficial to focus on fingertips and wrist form while using them. Transposing Exercises provide a fun experience of transposing playing with the teacher's accompaniment. Scale & Arpeggio 1 and 2 Volumes: Acquire basic finger usage using short phrases. Highly effective for students who cannot play 1-octave scales or get stuck in the middle of phrases. Transposing Exercises provide an enjoyable experience of transposing playing with the teacher's accompaniment. A la carte 1 and 2 Volumes: Experience various techniques such as ornamentation, unison, octaves, pedal, and more. Since these involve short phrases, you can play without exerting too much force, allowing for practice with a focus on relaxation.