Product Overview
Published by FJH Music. The Preparatory level Lesson and Technique Book provides students with material that is uniquely balanced musically and pedagogically, while providing a perfect introduction to the piano by laying a strong foundation to build upon. Reading, rhythm, technique, theory, ear training, playing by ear, music history, composition, and wonderful music by multiple composers are seamlessly integrated for a well-balanced music curriculum. Some of the concepts covered in the Preparatory level Lesson and Technique Book include: a natural and perfect hand position; a steady beat; pre-reading and staff reading of notes from Bass C to Treble G; Guide Notes Bass F, Middle C, and Treble G; quarter, half, dotted half, and whole notes; intervals of a 2nd to a 5th; repeat sign; forte and piano dynamics; two-note slurs; phrases; 8va; tie; Middle C and C position. In addition to these concepts students learn six basic techniques in this level: • Finger, hand, and arm position, correct body alignment, posture, and a general well-being at the piano • The feeling of arm weight -being able to feel the arm letting go and relaxing • Flexible wrists • Two-note slurs • Weight transfer from one finger to the next • Rotation in the hands, wrists, and arms
