My First Piano Lessons: Fun, Easy-to-Follow Instructions for Kids
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My First Piano Lessons: Fun, Easy-to-Follow Instructions for Kids
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Overview
My First Piano Lessons is the perfect starting point for your little musician, with its clear instructions, colorful illustrations, and supportive approach. Written by an experienced piano teacher, this book covers everything a beginner pianist needs to know, from proper hand position to the basics of reading music, all in an enjoyable and easy-to-understand way. And with 10 beloved and popular songs to learn and focus on, your kid will be confidently playing the piano in no time! Whether your child is just starting their music journey or has already taken a few lessons, this beginner-friendly book is the perfect tool to unlock—and nurture—their love for the piano.
- Simple and intuitive piano lessons. Learn the basics of reading music, from key names and note values to time signatures and dynamics.
- Clear, step-by-step instructions. Written by a piano expert and experienced teacher of young kids.
- An engaging and adorable giraffe teacher. G-sharp the Giraffe makes learning fun with encouraging words, helpful tips, and interesting facts about music.
- Songs that kids already know and love. Learn to play “Hot Cross Buns,” “Mary Had a Little Lamb,” “The Wheels on the Bus,” “Pop! Goes the Weasel,” and more!
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780593435809 |
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| Publisher: | Zeitgeist |
| Publication date: | 07/18/2023 |
| Pages: | 48 |
| Sales rank: | 364,994 |
| Product dimensions: | 7.99(w) x 9.98(h) x 0.14(d) |
| Age Range: | 5 - 9 Years |
About the Author
Malgorzata Detner is a Poland-based illustrator, born in 1989. She currently lives with her family, a cocker spaniel, snails, and two lovely rats in Warsaw. Her love of drawing appeared at a young age, influenced by her mother’s paintings, but grew seriously when she decided to pursue art in middle school. Although Malgorzata initially pursued a career in costume design with an interest in Victorian dresses, her daughter’s birth made her return to traditional painting and digital illustration. Influenced by old animation, mysterious, fantastic worlds, animals, and creatures in vibrant colors are what she likes drawing the most. She draws digitally but also likes to incorporate hand-painted textures into her work. Malgorzata loves creating illustrations that remind her of childhood memories.
What People are Saying About This
“This book is adorable! Kids will love the cute giraffe that leads you through each new concept or piano piece. I can’t wait to use it with my beginner students!”
—Tara Boykin, piano teacher and author of Cascade Method Piano Theory
“My First Piano Lessons teaches an incredible amount of musical material, but in a way that is creative, engaging, and kid-friendly. The visuals introduce and teach each concept so authentically and intuitively. What a cute and adorably engaging piano book!”
—Jodi Marie Fisher, music teacher and author of Colorfully Playing the Piano
“Finding a simple, clear, and FUN music book to introduce the basics of piano to my young kids was practically impossible—until now. Emily is naturally gifted at explaining beginner piano, and My First Piano Lessons will make your child want to learn and practice the piano.”
—Jenny Worsham, cofounder of Gather Moms and author of the Gather Moms’ Family Values, Mom Struggles, The Launch, and Legacy of Love guides
“The fun facts, familiar songs, and the humor from G-sharp the Giraffe brings joy and a fresh approach to learning the piano. Children and their grown-ups will love diving into this book together!”
—Melanie Lambert Wheat, mom of two aspiring musicians
“If your child is new to playing piano, My First Piano Lessons is the place to start. The playful lessons captivate and build confidence in even the youngest of students. Parents can effortlessly guide their children through the lessons, whether they have a background in music or not.”
—Stacy Utley, teacher, musician, and homeschool mom
“Ms. Emily makes it easy and fun to learn piano. She makes tricky concepts seem so simple.”
—Joey Utley, nine-year-old author, entrepreneur, and EBN Music student
“G-sharp the Giraffe is so cool! He’s the perfect piano guide for beginner piano students. He helps students explore the piano and learn to play fun songs. New notes and concepts are introduced in a fun way that will be a hit with kids!”
—Kelle Collins, owner of Collins Piano Studios, Heath/Rockwall, Texas
“Emily has painstakingly developed an outstanding beginning piano curriculum. My First Piano Lessons is delightfully illustrated with clear, concise directions. Kids will find themselves playing at a competent level and ready for the next phase of their musical journey in a short amount of time. The fun-to-play and carefully selected supplemental sheet music in My First Piano Sheet Music will expand their skills even more. I highly recommend both books!”
—Dr. J. Derek Jones, director, Renaissance Instrumental Program, Bethel University, McKenzie, Tennessee