Kjos Music Bastien New Traditions: All In One Piano Course - Level 3B

Composers: Lisa Bastien, Lori Bastien, Jane Bastien
Format: Book
Instrumentation: Piano
Level: 3

Bastien New Traditions is a comprehensive and integrated method for beginning piano study that is easy to use and paced just right for today's busy students. Concepts are presented in a holistic way, with lesson, theory, and technic pages mixed with attractive performance pieces all in the same volume. A gradual multi-key approach is used allowing students to experience complete keyboard knowledge. There is a clear step-by-step presentation of concepts and skills with straightforward, simple reinforcement and review throughout the series. The learning sequence is carefully graded to ensure steady progress, and students will love the selection of music as well as the beautiful watercolour illustrations.

Level 3B - Db, Ab, Eb scales, cadences & Key signatures

• Sixteenth note rhythms
• Lead sheets introduction
• Chromatic scale
• Alberti bass
• Intro to interval Qualities