Piano Town Primer Level Piano Learner's Pack - Lesson, Theory, Performance and Technic Primer Level Books
A Multi-Keymethod with an intervallic concentration and a Middle C start, PianoTown combines the best of pedagogy to date with innovative new ideas.Students will love the contemporary feel as they discover the musicalwonders of Piano Town. Teachers will love the success of its interactivediscovery learning approach! The controlled, steady pacing of the curriculum introduces oneelement at a time. Each concept is presented in a consistent, reliableformat. This clear presentation helps students focus on new skills andinformation. Lessons Primer Level (MP100) is written for beginners age 6 to 10.In this 64 page book, students will experience pre-staff reading inmiddle C and C 5-finger positions, then learn to read on the staff inthe middle C, C, and G 5-finger positions. Note values of quarter, half,dotted half and whole note are used in time signatures 2/4, 3/4 and4/4. Eighth notes are introduced at page 38. Students will learn restsigns, sharp and flat, slur and tie, f and p, staccato and legato,repeat sign, intervals to the 5th, and C and G chords. Verb rich lyricsand detailed artwork engage imagination and promote enthusiasm. Eachpiece has questions for students to answer to aid in successful learningand comprehension. Performance Primer (MP130)offers students an opportunity to apply what they have learned inLessons. The variety of folk songs, familiar tunes, original music, andclassical literature is ideal for use in recitals and festivals. Technic Primer (MP120)provides page by page support of the technical skills introduced inLessons. Each new exercise isolates one element of piano technic, givingthe student a chance to focus on each specific skill. Theory Primer (MP110)provides page by page support for each concept introduced in Lessons sothat theoretical knowledge keeps pace with performance skill. The studyof music theory is an integral part of a complete musical education.