Alfred's Basic Adult Piano Course Lesson Book, Bk 1 : Lesson Book (Item: 00-2236)

by Palmer, Willard A.

• ISBN13: 9780882846163
• ISBN10: 0882846167
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781457420641
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1983-12-01
• Publisher: Alfred Publishing Company
• More Book Details

About This Book

Alfred's Basic Adult Piano Course Lesson Book, Bk 1

Alfred's Basic Adult Piano Course Lesson Book, Bk 1 is a comprehensive guide designed specifically for adult beginners who want to learn piano by playing chords. This method is ideal for those who prefer a chord approach, teaching chords for both hands so that students can play more than single-note melodies.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by adult beginners who are new to playing the piano. It's also a valuable resource for anyone looking to refresh their musical skills or expand their understanding of piano basics. Whether you're a hobbyist or someone who wants to improve your musical knowledge, this book provides a structured approach to learning piano.

History and Editions

First published in 1983, Alfred's Basic Adult Piano Course has been a trusted resource for many years. The book's design ensures that students progress gradually, starting with basic chords and gradually moving on to more complex pieces. The method doesn't skip hard sections, providing a comprehensive learning experience.

Author and Other Works

Willard A. Palmer is the author of Alfred's Basic Adult Piano Course. Palmer is known for his clear and concise teaching style, making complex musical concepts accessible to beginners. He has written several other books and methods for piano learning, including other volumes in the Alfred's Basic Adult Piano Course series.

Key Features

• Chord Approach: The book focuses on teaching chords for both hands, allowing students to play more than single-note melodies.
• Gradual Progression: The method ensures that students progress gradually, starting with basic chords and moving on to more complex pieces.
• Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers all the essential elements of piano playing, including chord progressions, finger exercises, and musical theory.
• Accessible Language: The text is written in an engaging and easy-to-understand style, making it perfect for adult beginners.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780882846163
• eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9781457420641
• Other Editions: The book is available in various formats, including paperback and digital versions.

Publication Details

• Publisher: Alfred Music
• Publication Date: 1983
• Number of Pages: N/A (varies by edition)
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

• Paperback: Available through various retailers.
• Digital Versions: Available in eTextbook format with the ISBN 9781457420641.

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Alfred's Basic Adult Piano Course Lesson Book, Bk 1, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION TO PLAYING

How to Sit at the Piano.

Finger Numbers. Piano Tones.

The Keyboard.

Name That Key!

C POSITION

Right Hand C Position. Treble Clef Sign. Right Hand Warm-Up.

Quarter Notes & Half Notes. Measure, Bar Line, Double Bar. Ode to Joy.

Left Hand C Position. Bass Clef Sign. Left Hand Warm-Up.

The Whole Note. Aura Lee.

THE GRAND STAFF

The Grand Staff. Time Signature, 44, Whole Rest. Repeat Sign.

PLAYING C--G ON THE GRAND STAFF

Rock-Along. Mexican Hat Dance.

Melodic Intervals, 2nds, 3rds. Dynamic Signs, p, mf. Au Claire De La Lune. Tisket, A Tasket.

Harmonic Intervals, 2nds, 3rds. Quarter Rest. f. Rockin' Intervals.

Melodic 4ths, 5ths. Good King Wenceslas. My Fifth.

Harmonic 4ths, 5ths. Jingle Bells.

INTRODUCTION TO CHORDS

The C Major Chord.

Half Rest. Brother John. Here's a Happy Song!

Introducing B for LH. Two Important

Tied Notes. Merrily We Roll Along. Largo (from ``The New World'').

Introducing B for RH. C Major, G7 Chords for RH.

Mary Ann.

Time Signature, 34, The Dotted Half Note. Rockets.

Slurs & Legato Playing. What Can I Share?

Introducing A for LH. F Major Chord for LH.

Warm-Up using C, G7 & F Chords for LH. When the Saints Go Marching in.

Introducing A for RH. C & F Chords for RH.

Warm-Up using C, G7 & F Chords for RH. When The Saints Go Marching In.

G POSITION

G Position. Intervals in G Position.

Love Somebody! A Friend Like You.

The Donkey.

The Sharp Sign. Money Can't Buy Ev'rything!

The G Major & D7 Chords for LH.

The Cuckoo.

The G Major & D7 Chords for RH. Block Chords & Broken Chords.

The Damper Pedal. Harp Song.

Introducing E for LH. A New Position of the C Major Chord.

Warm-Up using G, D7 & C Chords. Beautiful Brown Eyes.

Introducing E for RH. New C Major Chord Position for RH.

Warm-Up using G, D7 & C Chords.

MIDDLE C POSITION

Middle C Position. Thumbs on C!

Crescendo, Diminuendo. Waltz Time.

Fermata. Good Morning to You!

Eighth Notes. Happy Birthday to You!

D. C. al Fine. Standing in the Need of Prayer.

Combining Middle C and C Position. The Gift to be Simple.

Dotted Quarter Notes.

Measures from Familiar Songs Using Dotted Quarter Notes.

Alouette.

EXPANDING THE 5 FINGER POSITION

Measuring 6ths.

Lavender's Blue.

Kum-Ba-Yah!

London Bridge. Michael, Row the Boat Ashore.

Blow the Man Down!

Moving Up and Down the Keyboard in 6ths. Lone Star Waltz.

Staccato.

Measuring 7ths & Octaves.

Cafe Vienna.

The Flat Sign. Rock it Away!

Measuring Half Steps & Whole Steps. Tetrachords.

SCALES & CHORDS---THE KEY OF C MAJOR

The Major Scale. The C Major Scale.

ff. Joy to the World!

More about Chords.

Cockles and Mussels.

The Primary Chords in C Major. Chord Progressions.

About the Blues. Got Those Blues!

RH Extended Position. On Top of old Smoky.

THE KEY OF G MAJOR

The G Major Scale. The Key of G Major.

Changing Fingers on the Same Note. The Can-Can.

The Primary Chords in G Major. The Marines' Hymn.

Syncopated Notes. Natural Sign. 1st & 2nd Endings. Why Am I Blue?

THE KEY OF F MAJOR

The F Major Scale.

Eighth Rest. Accent Sign. Little Brown Jug.

The Primary Chords in F Major. Chiapanecas.

O Sole Mio.

Arpeggiated Chords.

THE KEY OF A MINOR

The Key of A Minor. The A Harmonic Minor Scale.

More Syncopated Notes. Jericho.

Overlapping Pedal. mp. Greensleeves.

More about Triads. The Primary Chords in A Minor.

Go Down, Moses.

THE KEY OF D MINOR

The Key of D Minor. The D Harmonic Minor Scale.

pp. Scarborough Fair.

The Primary Chords in D Minor. Raisins and Almonds.

He's Got the Whole World in his Hands.

The Entertainer.

Eighth Note Triplets. Amazing Grace.

The Most Frequently Used Keys, and their Primary Chords