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 2 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 those early pupil 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 friendlyrobot 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

This book provides 60 technical exercises that will help to develop strong hands and flexible fingers whilst having fun. The exercises are divided into five 'sets' which are carefully graded to introduce new technical pointsgradually and will help create a regular practice routine. Specifically designed for use from the first few lessons alongside Chester's Easiest Piano Course Books 1 to 3 though it can be used with any beginners'piano course.Carol Barratt is an established world leader in piano education for young people. She studied at the Royal College of Music winning scholarships in composition and has written music for many different instrumentsas well as her famous Chester piano tutor and repertoire books.

NEW AND IMPROVED! Recently re-engraved and updated, John Thompson's Adult Piano Course was compiled with the mature student in mind. Adults have the same musical road to travel as the younger student, but the study material for a mature student will differ slightly in content. Since these beloved books were written and arranged especially for adults, they contain a wonderful mix of classical arrangements, well-known folk-tunes and outstanding originals that many will find a pleasure to learn and play. Most importantly, the student is always encouraged to play as artistically and with as much musical understanding as possible. This book includes access to orchestrated accompaniments online that can be downloaded or streamed. There are two tracks for each piece: a demo track with the piano part and one with just the accompaniment. / Piano

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 for demonstration videos and recordings, along with a host of other free downloadable resources which really bring practice sessions at home to life! / Piano

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 age:Teachers 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  

John Thompson's Adult Piano Course (Book 1) - Elementary Level-This album has been specially designed for students who are at Elementary Level on John Thompson's Adult Piano Course. Christmas Piano Solos contains 12 festive favourites arranged for solo Piano. Songs include: Blue Christmas Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) Christmas Time Is Here Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy Do You Hear What I Hear Feliz Navidad I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day I'll Be Home for Christmas Mister Santa O Holy Night Silver Bells and Wonderful Christmastime. This collection is an ideal supplement to John Thompson's Adult Piano Course but canalso be used alone. The book includes access to audio tracks online that can be downloaded or streamed.

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

Intermediate Level-12 great arrangements for the more mature student that can be used on their own or as a supplement to John Thompson's Adult Piano Course (Book 2). Titles include: And So It Goes • Beauty and the Beast • Getting to Know You • Hey Jude • If My Friends Could See Me Now • Lollipop • My Favorite Things • Nadia's Theme • Strawberry Fields Forever • Sunrise Sunset • Sway (Quien Será) • You Raise Me Up. This book includes access to audio tracks online that can be downloaded or streamed.