Alfred Publishing Premier Piano Express, Book 3 - Alexander, Kowalchyk, Lancaster, McArthur, Mier - Book/CD-ROM/Media Online

Author/Composer:

ALFRED

Instrumentation:

PIANO

Model #:

46067

All-In-One Accelerated Course

Authors: Dennis Alexander, Gayle Kowalchyk, E. L. Lancaster, Victoria McArthur, Martha Mier
Format: Book, CD-ROM & Online Audio & Software
Instrumentation: Piano
Level: 3-4

Premier Piano Express is designed for students who need a fast-paced approach to piano study. Based on the concepts and music from Premier Piano Course, this All-In-One Accelerated Course integrates Lesson, Theory, Technique, and Performance pages.

Book 3 continues the steady development of artistry and keyboard skills that began in Books 1 and 2. The book is organized into skills-based units that feature clear explanations of important musical concepts. Worksheets within each unit provide review and strengthen understanding. Included with the book is a CD-ROM that contains both audio performances on acoustic piano and orchestrated accompaniments for selected pieces. Accompaniments are also available for download.

Contents:

• Foreword
• Review
• UNIT 1: The IV Chord
• UNIT 2: Syncopation and Swing Style
• UNIT 3: F Major Scale and Chords
• UNIT 4: Ledger Lines and the Chromatic Scale
• UNIT 5: 3/8 and 6/8 Time
• UNIT 6: D Major Scale and Chords
• UNIT 7: A Minor Scales and Chords
• UNIT 8: Triads and Arpeggios
• UNIT 9: E Minor Scales and Chords
• UNIT 10: Inversions of Triads
• UNIT 11: Triplets and Sixteenth Notes