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Keyboard Musicianship: Piano for Adults Book 1
ISBN: 9781609047450
About the Book
"Keyboard Musicianship: Piano for Adults Book 1" is a comprehensive textbook designed for adult learners who are new to playing the piano. This book is part of a series that aims to provide a structured approach to learning piano skills, integrating repertoire and technical studies with practical piano skills.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by adult learners who are starting their piano journey. It is also a valuable resource for music educators and instructors teaching group piano classes at the college level. The book's approach makes it accessible to anyone interested in learning piano, whether they are beginners or looking to refresh their skills.
History and Editions
The 11th edition of "Keyboard Musicianship: Piano for Adults Book 1" has been a staple in music education for several years. First published in 2019, this edition has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest research and teaching methods. The book's structure ensures that it remains relevant and effective for both students and educators.
Author and Other Works
The authors of "Keyboard Musicianship: Piano for Adults Book 1" include James Lyke, Tony Caramia, Geoffrey Haydon, and Ronald Chioldi. These authors bring a wealth of experience in music education, ensuring that the book provides detailed, sequential instruction in improvisation and other essential piano skills.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers core concepts in piano musicianship, including detailed explanations and examples.
- Practical Skills: It integrates repertoire and technical studies with practical piano skills such as sight-reading, score reading, and accompanying.
- Sequential Instruction: Each chapter contains a new special feature that introduces students to detailed sequential instruction in improvisation.
- Supplemental Materials: Appendices provide a glossary of musical terms, fingerings for all scales and arpeggios, and supplemental holiday music and patriotic songs.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781609047450
- eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9781609047451 (Note: This e-book ISBN is specific to the digital format)
- Loose-leaf: Not available in loose-leaf format
- Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers
Publication Details
- Publisher: Stipes Publishing Co.
- Publication Date: March 15, 2019
- Number of Pages: Not specified
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
- The book is part of a series with subsequent volumes available for more advanced learners.
- Related ISBNs for subsequent volumes are not specified here, but they can be found through the publisher's catalog.
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for "Keyboard Musicianship: Piano for Adults Book 1," making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.
