Learn to Play the Piano and Keyboard

by Nick Freeth

No previous musical knowledge necessary - this book contains everything you need to start playing. Expert advice to help you to select the piano or keyboard that is right for you. Shows how the keys are fingered, and helps you to develop your manual dexterity and coordination. Explains the workings of scales, chords, and other musical "building blocks". Teaches you how to read music. Features pieces in a variety of styles for you to learn ranging from "Greensleeves" to Tallis's "Canon" and "The Entertainer". Easy to follow diagrams and step-by-step color photographs.

Genres: Music, Nonfiction

96 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2007

Reviews

[Chris · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this when I first got my piano. Most of it was just review but it really helped me to play better. I recommend this for everyone who is a beginner.

[Ashna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book. Taught me a lot.

[Fredrick Danysh · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a self-teaching guide for learning to play the piano. It explains the different notes and chords and gives illustrated examples of finger placement.