Alfred's Group Piano for Adults: Teacher's Handbook 1 (2nd Edition)

Alfred's Group Piano for Adults: Teacher's Handbook 1 (2nd Edition)
Author: E. L. Lancaster
Publisher: Alfred Music
Total Pages: 76
Release:
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9781457420252

Each unit in this highly popular series contains a balance of theory, technique, sight-reading, repertoire, harmonization, improvisation and ensemble activities. Updated for the 2nd edition of Alfred's Group Piano for Adults, the Teacher's Guide includes:new repertoire preparation and analysis suggestions, recommended examinations teaching tips, lesson plans and answer keys, improvisation exercises and two new sections: Reading Focus and Planning Group Lessons.

Alfred's Basic Group Piano Course, Book 1

Alfred's Basic Group Piano Course, Book 1
Author: Willard A. Palmer
Publisher: Alfred Music
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2005-05-03
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9781457412370

This unique method was designed specifically for young students who are beginning piano study in a group setting. This easy-to-teach beginners course includes all of the most important components to develop comprehensive musicians and performers. CDs and MIDI Disks have accompaniments that range from simple drum patterns to full orchestrations that add musical interest and motivate students.

Alfred's Self-teaching Adult Piano Course

Alfred's Self-teaching Adult Piano Course
Author: Willard A. Palmer
Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2008
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780739052051

Continuing the incredible popularity of Alfred's Basic Adult Piano Course, this new book adapts the same friendly and informative style for adults who wish to teach themselves. With the study guide pages that have been added to introduce the music, it's almost like having a piano teacher beside you as you learn the skills needed to perform popular and familiar music. There are also five bonus pieces: At Last * Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas * Laura * Over the Rainbow * Singin' in the Rain. Included is a recording containing the piano part and an engaging arrangement for each of the 65 musical examples. 192 pages.

Alfred's Basic Adult Piano Course: Greatest Hits Book 1

Alfred's Basic Adult Piano Course: Greatest Hits Book 1
Author: E. L. Lancaster
Publisher: Alfred Music
Total Pages: 52
Release:
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9781457410246

This series answers the often-expressed need for a variety of supplementary material in many different popular styles. What could be more fun for an adult than to play the music that everybody knows and loves? When the books in the Greatest Hits series are assigned in conjunction with the Lesson Books, these appealing pieces reinforce new concepts as they are introduced. In addition, the motivation the music provides could not be better. The emotional satisfaction students receive from mastering each popular song increases their enthusiasm to begin the next one. With the popular music available in the Greatest Hits series (Levels 1 and 2), the use of both books will significantly increase every adult's interest in piano study. Two selections from this book are featured on the Royal Conservatory of Music Popular Selection List (2007 Ed.): * The Rainbow Connection * Nadia's Theme

Alfred's Basic Piano Library Recital Book, Bk 1a

Alfred's Basic Piano Library Recital Book, Bk 1a
Author: Willard A. Palmer
Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing
Total Pages: 36
Release: 1981-09
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780882848242

The Recital Books congratulate students for a job well done by providing correlated repertoire to their Lesson Books that are based on concepts they've already learned. As a result, the pieces are quickly mastered. Included in Recital 1A are familiar favorites such as Lost My Partner" and "Tumbalalaika," and fun originals like "Charlie the Chimp!" and "My Secret Place."

Alfred's Piano 101, Book 1

Alfred's Piano 101, Book 1
Author: E. L. Lancaster
Publisher: Alfred Music
Total Pages: 162
Release: 2005-05-03
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1457409194

This comprehensive approach to functional musicianship at the keyboard includes varied repertoire, theory, technique, sight-reading, harmonization from lead sheets, ear training and ensembles. Great for college non-music majors, continuing education classes, music dealer in-store programs and group piano classes at the middle and high school levels. Book 1 contains 15 units each with a variety of repertoire, exercises, unit review worksheets and an assignment page.

Alfred's Basic Adult Piano Course

Alfred's Basic Adult Piano Course
Author: Willard A. Palmer
Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing
Total Pages: 100
Release: 1997-12
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780739010037

This book begins with an extensive review of the chords and keys previously studied, using fresh and interesting material that will provide enjoyment as well as reinforcement. Particularly noteworthy is the systematic presentation of chords in all positions in both hands. Titles: America the Beautiful * Arkansas Traveler * The Battle Hymn of the Republic * Black is the Color of My True Love's Hair * Brahms Lullaby * Canon in D (Pachelbel) * Deep River * Down in the Valley * Farewell to Thee (Aloha Oe) * Fascination * A Festive Rondeau * Frankie and Johnnie * The Hokey-Pokey * The House of the Rising Sun * Introduction and Dance * La Cucaracha * La Donna E Mobile * La Raspa * Light and Blue * Loch Lomond * Lonesome Road * The Marriage of Figaro * Morning Has Broken * Musetta's Waltz * Musette * Night Song * Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen * Polyvetsian Dances * Pomp and Circumstance No. 1 * The Riddle * Rock-a My Soul * Roman Holiday * Sakura * Scherzo * Space Shuttle Blues * Swingin' Sevenths * Theme from Symphony No. 6 (Tchaikovsky) * Tumbalalaika * Village Dance * Waves of the Danube * When Johnny Comes Marching Home * You're in My Heart

101 Ideas for Piano Group Class: Building an Inclusive Music Community for Students of All Ages and Abilities

101 Ideas for Piano Group Class: Building an Inclusive Music Community for Students of All Ages and Abilities
Author: Mary Ann Froehlich
Publisher: Alfred Music
Total Pages: 88
Release:
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9781457438851

This interactive, practical book for teachers not only contains creative ideas for group classes, but also includes mental energizers, room for notes, and brainstorming concepts for planning personalized group classes. It is divided into three sections: Part I lays the foundation for the educational philosophy behind group learning, Part II focuses on ideas for piano group classes, and Part III discusses teaching piano students with special needs.

Alfred's Basic Adult All-in-One Course, Book 1

Alfred's Basic Adult All-in-One Course, Book 1
Author: Willard A. Palmer
Publisher: Alfred Music
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2005-05-03
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1457442116

Alfred's Basic Adult All-in-One Course is designed for the beginner looking for a truly complete piano course that includes lesson, theory, technic and popular repertoire in one convenient, all-in-one book. This course has a number of features that make it particularly successful in achieving this goal, among them are smooth progression between concepts, the thorough explanation of chords and outstanding song material. At the completion of this course, the student will have learned to play some of the most popular music ever written and will have gained a thorough understanding of the basic concepts of music.