- Paperback: 48 pages
- Publisher: Alfred Publishing; Revised edition (27 Jun. 2005)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0769235816
- ISBN-13: 978-0769235813
- Product Dimensions: 22.9 x 0.4 x 30.5 cm
The Blue Book is ideal for beginners who have been working through the previous books in the series, or for those who are working at Grades 1 or 2 standard. The brilliantly logical progression through the essentials of playing the Piano is exhibited here, allowing you to really get a tangible sense of achievement. New concepts are introduced in this book while previously-learned ones are reinforced. At various stages throughout this book, fun and exciting pieces are included that will demonstrate the theoretical background in a practical context.
The John W. Schaum Blue Book will take you through sight-reading drills, new concepts and techniques like syncopation, arpeggios and chord inversions, as well as more advanced versions of previously-learned ideas such as new time signatures, new key signatures and pedal technique. The easy-to-use and easy-to-understand format of the Schaum series has made it a favourite among pupils, parents and teachers, allowing beginners to quickly become proficient and confident.