Developed by the superstar pianist Lang Lang and channelling his passion for piano and music education, The Lang Lang Piano Method reflects the way he would like kids today to learn piano. This is a fun, modern and easy piano method ideal for complete beginners from age 5 upwards. The five progressive books in the series provide a unique and imaginative way for kids to learn the piano with a cartoon superhero Lang Lang.

The Lang Lang Piano Method Level 1 introduces complete beginners to different five-finger positions, note reading and moving around the keyboard. Fun, imaginative pieces develop the left and right hands equally right from the start, and supporting audio features exclusive performances by Lang Lang of the concert pieces. Musicianship is developed through theory pages and listening to exclusive performances by Lang Lang of piano classics for children.

"I've written The Lang Lang Piano Method to inspire today's kids with my passion for the piano."
Lang Lang


Join the superhero world of Lang Lang and come on a piano adventure with The Lang Lang Piano Method Level 2.

Level 2 builds on the first book by introducing:

  • eighth notes (quavers)
  • simple hands together
  • and thumb-under technique.

The five progressive books in The Lang Lang Piano Method provide a unique and imaginative way for complete beginners to learn the piano with the world's most successful concert pianist, Lang Lang. There's plenty to play all around the keyboard right from the start. Fun, imaginative pieces develop the left and right hands equally and supporting audio features exclusive performances by Lang Lang of the concert pieces. Musicianship is developed through theory pages and listening to exclusive performances by Lang Lang of piano classics for children.

"I've written The Lang Lang Piano Method to inspire today's kids with my passion for the piano." Lang Lang


Join the superhero world of Lang Lang and come on a piano adventure with The Lang Lang Piano Method Level 3.

Level 3 continues the progression by:

  • extending the note range to an octave
  • exploring different keys
  • including more hands-together in pieces.

The five progressive books in The Lang Lang Piano Method provide a unique and imaginative way for complete beginners to learn the piano with the world's most successful concert pianist, Lang Lang. There's plenty to play all around the keyboard right from the start. Fun, imaginative pieces develop the left and right hands equally and supporting audio features exclusive performances by Lang Lang of the concert pieces. Musicianship is developed through theory pages and listening to exclusive performances by Lang Lang of piano classics for children.

"I've written The Lang Lang Piano Method to inspire today's kids with my passion for the piano."
Lang Lang


Lang Lang: daily technical exercises is a collection of scale-based warm-ups, work-outs and routines that no aspiring pianist should be without, providing a perfect follow on from the Lang Lang Piano Academy mastering the piano series. Ideal for mastering keys and developing essential technique, this book provides flexible and progressive routines ideal for intermediate-level players upwards.

Elements include a comprehensive warm-up section, advice and tips from Lang Lang himself, and an extension section with ideas for further practice. Intermediate routines concisely cover each key centre in musical exercises and advanced routines cover Russian scale patterns, giving a full work-out for each key centre.


Join the superhero world of Lang Lang and come on a piano adventure with The Lang Lang Piano Method Level 4.

Level 4 progresses with the following:

  • extending technique, rhythms and keys through progressive repertoire
  • featuring fun original pieces, classic themes and evocative world tunes.

The five progressive books in The Lang Lang Piano Method provide a unique and imaginative way for complete beginners to learn the piano with the world's most successful concert pianist, Lang Lang. There's plenty to play all around the keyboard right from the start. Fun, imaginative pieces develop the left and right hands equally and supporting audio features exclusive performances by Lang Lang of the concert pieces. Musicianship is developed through theory pages and listening to exclusive performances by Lang Lang of piano classics for children.

"I've written The Lang Lang Piano Method to inspire today's kids with my passion for the piano."
Lang Lang


mastering the piano level 4

by Lang Lang

Published 1 October 2014

Lang Lang Piano Academy: mastering the piano level 4 (approximately equivalent to Grade 4/Early Intermediate) includes sections on legato pedalling, phrasing and rubato and new accompaniment styles.

Units:

  1. Posture, movement and hand shape
  2. Legato pedalling
  3. New accompaniment styles
  4. More on chords
  5. More on rhythm
  6. Musical context
  7. Phrasing and rubato
  8. Dexterity

Mastering the piano is the first series of books to be launched in the Lang Lang Piano Academy. Comprising five progressive books, mastering the piano captures Lang Lang’s passion, drive and extraordinary mastery of the piano. Each book gives students the chance to learn from this exceptional talent, with: 8 units that develop key aspects of piano technique; specially devised exercises & studies; a diverse selection of repertoire including Lang Lang’s favourite works;  and inspirational commentary & guidance from Lang Lang himself.

Mastering the piano is also available as an iPad App!

Listen to Lang Lang perform  Sweet Dreams from 'Album for the Young' by Tchaikowsky

Download FREE Scales & Arpeggios chart for Level 4


mastering the piano level 3

by Lang Lang

Published 28 August 2014

Lang Lang Piano Academy: mastering the piano level 3 (approximately equivalent to Grade 3/Late Elementary) focuses on techniques such as using the pedal, independence of hands and playing in new keys.

Units:

  1. Exploring the keyboard
  2. Developing dexterity
  3. The pedal
  4. Strengthening your hands
  5. Chords
  6. Playing in new keys
  7. Independent fingers
  8. Independent hands

Mastering the piano is the first series of books to be launched in the Lang Lang Piano Academy. Comprising five progressive books, mastering the piano captures Lang Lang’s passion, drive and extraordinary mastery of the piano. Each book gives students the chance to learn from this exceptional talent, with: 8 units that develop key aspects of piano technique; specially devised exercises & studies; a diverse selection of repertoire including Lang Lang’s favourite works;  and inspirational commentary & guidance from Lang Lang himself.

Mastering the piano is also available as an iPad App!

Listen to Lang Lang playing Romanze (attrib. Beethoven)

Download FREE Scales & Arpeggios chart for Level 3


mastering the piano level 5

by Lang Lang

Published 1 October 2014

Lang Lang Piano Academy: mastering the piano level 5 (approximately equivalent to Grade 5/Intermediate) includes sections on legato pedalling, phrasing and rubato and new accompaniment styles.

Units:

  1. Developing dexterity
  2. Instinctive pedalling
  3. Refining the touch
  4. Phrasing and rubato
  5. Character
  6. Ornamentation
  7. Interpretation and style
  8. Performing

Mastering the piano is the first series of books to be launched in the Lang Lang Piano Academy. Comprising five progressive books, mastering the piano captures Lang Lang’s passion, drive and extraordinary mastery of the piano. Each book gives students the chance to learn from this exceptional talent, with: 8 units that develop key aspects of piano technique; specially devised exercises & studies; a diverse selection of repertoire including Lang Lang’s favourite works;  and inspirational commentary & guidance from Lang Lang himself.

Mastering the piano is also available as an iPad App!

Listen to Lang Lang perform  Prelude in C by J. S. Bach

Download FREE Scales & Arpeggios Chart for Level 5


mastering the piano level 1

by Lang Lang

Published 28 August 2014

Lang Lang Piano Academy: mastering the piano level 1 (approximately equivalent to Grade 1/Early Intermediate) looks at techniques such as playing legato and staccato and the left hand.

Units in Level 1:

  1. Exploring the keyboard
  2. Feeling the beat
  3. Legato playing
  4. Staccato playing
  5. Developing dexterity
  6. Playing chords
  7. The left hand
  8. Playing with dynamics

Mastering the piano is the first series of books to be launched in the Lang Lang Piano Academy. Comprising five progressive books, mastering the piano captures Lang Lang’s passion, drive and extraordinary mastery of the piano. Each book gives students the chance to learn from this exceptional talent, with: 8 units that develop key aspects of piano technique; specially devised exercises & studies; a diverse selection of repertoire including Lang Lang’s favourite works;  and inspirational commentary & guidance from Lang Lang himself.

Level 1 is also available as an iPad App!

Listen to Lang Lang playing Mo li hua (Jasmine Flower)

Download Scales & Arpeggios chart for Level 1


mastering the piano level 2

by Lang Lang

Published 28 August 2014

Lang Lang Piano Academy: mastering the piano level 2 (approximately equivalent to Grade 2/Elementary) includes sections on hand coordination, phrasing and developing dexterity.

Units:

  1. Exploring the keyboard
  2. Hand coordination
  3. Rhythmic control
  4. Phrasing
  5. Developing dexterity
  6. Finger control
  7. The left hand
  8. Dynamics

Mastering the piano is the first series of books to be launched in the Lang Lang Piano Academy. Comprising five progressive books, mastering the piano captures Lang Lang’s passion, drive and extraordinary mastery of the piano. Each book gives students the chance to learn from this exceptional talent, with: 8 units that develop key aspects of piano technique; specially devised exercises & studies; a diverse selection of repertoire including Lang Lang’s favourite works;  and inspirational commentary & guidance from Lang Lang himself.

Mastering the piano level 2 is also available as an iPad App!

Listen to Lang Lang playing Arabesque (Burgmuller)

Download FREE Scales & Arpeggios chart for Level 2