This compact edition of BASIC PIANO FOR PLEASURE will have you playing in no time with its accessible and comprehensive tools! The authors present vital keyboard skills in a smooth, carefully calibrated progression that makes you feel comfortable learning to play the piano. By the end of the first chapter, you will play a Hilley arrangement of "Amazing Grace," and a piece written especially for this title by Lynn Freeman Olson. Subsequent chapters build your confidence by offering a consistent synthesis of keyboard skills, music theory, and creativity. Olson's original and appealing musical selections consistently complement Hilley's legendary teaching skills. As a result, you will learn difficult piano skills as you experience the excitement of playing old favorites.
- ISBN13 9780495897736
- Publish Date 3 May 2010
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 12 March 2021
- Publish Country US
- Publisher Cengage Learning, Inc
- Imprint Schirmer Books,U.S.
- Edition 4th edition
- Format Paperback
- Pages 228
- Language English