Mel Bay's Modern Piano Method is designed to introduce the student to the world of piano playing from a contemporary perspective. The book will teach basic music theory concepts as well as general piano skills and techniques needed for developing a solid pianistic foundation. Several different styles of music are introduced in the book to give the student a broader musical perspective. After completion of the book the student will have a well-rounded understanding of how to read notes and ...

This beginning piano course introduces children or adult students to basic music notation and helps them build a solid foundation of piano skills. Theory and instruction appear alongside music examples in an integrated approach to learning. The play-along downloadable recording will help the student to develop a more musical approach and become more secure in both dynamics and rhythm. It is highly encouraged to use the play-along downloadable audio as much as possible. It contains model re...

Children's Piano Method, Level 1 is a comprehensive piano course for young beginners. Its purpose is to keep the learning interesting, clear and organized in order to achieve maximum progress. The musical content is enhanced with a colorful presentation to make it visually enjoyable for the student.To create a fulfilling musical experience, play-along audio included. Several of the songs are recorded twice, the first time as written and the second with a separate accompaniment. Listening t...

Miles Davis was one of the most innovative musicians of the 20th century. This book will shed some insight into the music and soloing devices he used during his earlier periods. First, to help the student better understand Miles' early bebop style of improvising, the authors discuss the use of guide tones, bebop scales, three to flat nine, targeting, and other techniques commonly used in the bebop language. Then the text presents numerous one-, two-, and three-measure jazz lines in Miles' ...

Miles Davis was one of the most innovative musicians of the 20th century. This book will shed some insight into the music and soloing devices he used during his earlier periods. First, to help the student better understand Miles' early bebop style of improvising, the authors discuss the use of guide tones, bebop scales, three to flat nine, targeting, and other techniques commonly used in the bebop language. Then the text presents numerous one-, two-, and three-measure jazz lines in Miles' ...

Este curso de piano basico introduce a ninos y adultos a principios basicos de notacion musical y les ayuda a construir cimientos solidos en el piano. Teoria e indicaciones aparecen acompanados de ejemplos musicales enfocados al aprendizaje.El audio de acompanamiento ayudara al estudiante a desarrollar su sentido musical y sentirse mas seguro en cuanto a dinamicas y ritmo. Recomendamos altamente el uso del audio de acompanamiento. El audio contiene las piezas presentadas en los ejemplos as...

You Can Teach Yourself Piano Chords combines regular music notation with visual illustrations to give a clear picture of how to voice basic piano chords. The first part of the book introduces the student to basic triads and dominant seventh chords in all the inversions. After mastering this concept, material such as Maj7th, min7th, diminished, augmented and suspended chords are introduced, followed by alternate bass note, addition of the 9th and common chord progressions. Regardless of ski...

Charles Rosen is one of the world's most talented pianists -- and one of music's most astute commentators. Known as a performer of Bach, Beethoven, Stravinsky, and Elliott Carter, he has also written highly acclaimed criticism for sophisticated students and professionals.In Piano Notes, he writes for a broader audience about an old friend -- the piano itself. Drawing upon a lifetime of wisdom and the accumulated lore of many great performers of the past, Rosen shows why th...

Major Blues scale in twelve keys with diagrams (keyboard), staff, formula, chords, audio and backing tracks (link to website under each staff).

The Complete Book of Modulations for the Pianist is a valuable aid for those wishing to create continuity between pieces in different keys. Its one-measure progressions lead smoothly from one key to another. A brief introductory section presents modulations to and from the key of C major. The four main sections that follow cover: Every Major Key to Each Major Key, Every Key to Each Minor Key, Every Minor Key to Each Minor Key, and Every Minor Key to Each Major Key. Each section is arranged...

Learn everything ukulele—from chord progressions to playing pop, folk, and holiday favorites—and, yes, even Hawaiian music!The ukulele is hot. The season one finale of Glee featured a ukulele. The recent hit song "Hey Soul Sister" by Train includes the dulcet tones of a uke. Not to mention the runaway success of the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain. For anyone wishing to master this fun, surprisingly versatile instrument, Ukulele For Dummies cov...

Anna Goldsworthy was nine years old when she met Eleanora Sivan, the charismatic Russian émigré and world-class pianist who became her piano teacher. Piano Lessons is the story of what Mrs. Sivan brought to Anna's lessons: a love of music, a respect for life, a generous spirit, and the courage to embrace a musical life.Beautifully written and strikingly honest, Piano Lessons takes the reader on a journey into the heart and meaning of music. As Anna discovers passio...