Fundamentals of Piano Practice

Fundamentals of Piano Practice
Author: Chuan C. Chang
Publisher:
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2016-01-06
Genre:
ISBN: 9781523287222

This is the first book that teaches piano practice methods systematically, based on mylifetime of research, and containing the teachings of Combe, material from over 50 pianobooks, hundreds of articles, and decades of internet research and discussions with teachersand pianists. Genius skills are identified and shown to be teachable; learning piano can raiseor lower your IQ. Past widely taught methods based on false assumptions are exposed;substituting them with efficient practice methods allows students to learn piano and obtainthe necessary education to navigate in today's world and even have a second career. See http://www.pianopractice.org/

Touch Typing in Ten Lessons

Touch Typing in Ten Lessons
Author: Ruth Ben'ary
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 84
Release: 1989-04-19
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0399515291

Do you need to learn to type in a hurry? Or do you just need a refresher course to practice with and tone up your skills? This is the shortest typing course that covers all of the fundamental skills of touch typing. This classic handbook, which has literally taught more than a million people the basics of typing, can teach you too. Touch Typing in 10 Lessons starts by teaching you the basic combinations for fingering the keyboard, and then helps you master the entire alphabet. Once you’ve learned the alphabet, the book jumps right into capitals, punctuation, and numbers. Learning the keyboard is just the beginning. The book will teach you how to set up professional business letters and tricks to help you get the most out of your word processor. There are dozens out of your keystrokes. There are dozens of drills that will help you develop the accuracy and speed you need in school and at the office. Finally, there are practice tests that will help you get over fears concerning typing tests and that will help build up your speed on the keyboard.

How to Play Keyboard

How to Play Keyboard
Author: Ben Parker
Publisher:
Total Pages: 50
Release: 2013-05
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9781908707147

The perfect introduction to the electronic keyboard, and ideal for the absolute beginner getting started with their first instrument. With absolutely no musical knowledge required, this simple yet comprehensive guide is perfect for adults and children alike.

Learn to Play Keyboards

Learn to Play Keyboards
Author: Steven Ashworth
Publisher: Chartwell Books
Total Pages: 261
Release: 2008-06-27
Genre: Music
ISBN: 161058368X

This book gives you all the information you need to get started on the keyboards. A series of short, illustrated lessons build up your knowledge one step at a time. Essential aspects of keyboard technique are covered as well as music theory - notation and harmony. Includes a CD of musical cues and songs to play along with. Over 60,000 copies sold worldwide. This is a laid-back tutorial book aimed at building skills and confidence quickly, and above all, making learning to play keyboards fun. The main section of this book is made up of simple lessons. Comprenehsive chord and scale libraries will enable the reader to apply his knowledge to any song or playing situation. A brief history of keyboards provides a background, and a buyer's guide walks players through the myriad of contemporary electronic keyboard choices, with useful suggestions on finding an instrument to suit your requirements. A fold-out page offers an at-a-glance key to undetstanding musical notiation.

My First Keyboard - Learn to Play

My First Keyboard - Learn to Play
Author: Ben Parker
Publisher:
Total Pages: 42
Release: 2013-05-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781908707154

"Aimed at complete beginners, children can easily follow the clear and simple diagrams and pictures to learn their first notes, play fun tunes and gain confidence playing their first Keyboard! This great beginner's book also provides a fantastic introduction to reading and playing music, includes a fun pull-out Wall Chart to help with practice, and will have kids playing their first tunes in no time! " --P. [4] of cover.

Progressive Electronic Keyboard Method for Young Beginners

Progressive Electronic Keyboard Method for Young Beginners
Author: Andrew Scott
Publisher: L.T.P. Publications
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2004-01-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780947183424

Continues on from Young Beginner Keyboard Book 1. Extends the range of notes to cover nine notes with the right hand using the white keys only. Teaches legato playing and the C major scale. Contains over 20 more favorite children's songs. Includes matching CD.

Learn How to Play Piano / Keyboard For Absolute Beginners

Learn How to Play Piano / Keyboard For Absolute Beginners
Author: Martin Woodwawrd
Publisher: Martin Woodward
Total Pages: 185
Release: 2020-03-19
Genre: Music
ISBN:

Second Edition of this already popular book. As the name suggests, this book has been written for the absolute beginner and assumes no prior musical knowledge - just the desire to do it! You will not be disappointed with this superb book which is probably the easiest and most user friendly book of its sort available! Items covered include: ● Buying your first keyboard or piano; ● Reading music from scratch; ● Easy, effective finger exercises which require minimal reading ability; ● Important musical symbols; ● Your first tunes; ● Audio links for all tunes and exercises; ● Key signatures and transposition; ● Pre-scale exercises; ● Major and minor scales in keyboard and notation view; ● Chord construction; ● Chord fingering; ● Chord charts in keyboard view; ● Arpeggios in keyboard and notation view; ● Arpeggio exercises; ● Playing from a Fake book with and without auto accompaniment; ● Plus more!

Learn How to Play Keyboard / Piano With Auto-Accompaniment

Learn How to Play Keyboard / Piano With Auto-Accompaniment
Author: Martin Woodward
Publisher: Martin Woodward
Total Pages: 168
Release: 2024-05-23
Genre: Music
ISBN:

Learn How to Play Keyboard /Piano With Auto-Accompaniment A Self Tuition Book for Absolute Beginners! As the title suggests, this book has been written for absolute beginners who wish to play keyboard using auto-accompaniment and assumes no prior musical knowledge - just the desire to do it! Items covered include: Buying your first keyboard or piano; Reading music from scratch (treble clef mainly, bass clef briefly); Easy, effective finger exercises which require minimal reading ability; Important musical symbols; Your first tunes; Audio links for tunes and exercises; Key signatures and transposition; Pre-scale exercises; Major and minor scales in keyboard and notation view; Chord construction; Chord fingering; Chord charts in keyboard view; Arpeggios in keyboard and notation view; Arpeggio exercises; Playing from a Fake Book with auto-accompaniment; Over 25 tunes included and free link to more Plus, more! After completing this book, you should have a good basic understanding of music theory as well as a good basic playing technique, paving the way for more advanced study in your chosen field - jazz, blues, pop, etc.

Learn How to Play Electronic Keyboard or Piano In a Week!

Learn How to Play Electronic Keyboard or Piano In a Week!
Author: Martin Woodward
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 232
Release: 2017-08-30
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0244329478

Includes methods to learn finger dexterity and genuine music notation. Geared toward all styles of music and applicable to both piano and electronic keyboards. --