Piano Method 1

Piano fundamentals, music notation, and popular songs are covered.

Effective piano playing posture and hand positioning techniques are covered for improved sound quality.

The musical alphabet, white and black key patterns, and location of Middle C are covered.

Covers music notation fundamentals including staff, clefs, treble and bass staves, notes, and time signatures.

The treble clef note D is introduced, played with right-hand index finger, while half notes and music reading in 4/4 time are explained.

Introduces the E note and whole notes with practical exercises based on songs like In the Light of the Moon and Merrily.

Introduces playing notes F and G, incorporating quarter rests through exercises in classic tunes like Crystal Rock, Ode to Joy, and Aura Lee.

Covers fundamental concepts of chords, with a focus on the C major chord and its musical notation.

Introduces dominant seventh chords, including G7, focusing on finger placement and notation.

Transitions from C to G7 chord progressions are examined.

Separates melody and accompaniment in chord-based songs, emphasizing individual practice before combination.

Covers the intricacies of 3/4 time signature, including the interpretation of dotted half notes for waltz-style music.

The F Chord is introduced through finger position techniques.

Introduces techniques for effortless chord transitions from C to F, utilizing the common C note.

Ties are introduced by playing the first note for the duration of both tied notes.

Legato and staccato playing techniques are introduced, focusing on smooth execution of slurs and accurate interpretation of staccato notation.

Lead-in notes and incomplete bars establish the mood, characterizing song intros.

The chord transition from F to G7 is facilitated by shared notes for efficient playing.

Introduces basic treble clef reading skills, including playing the note A with proper fingering.

Eighth note rhythm, common time signature, and music notation applied to a familiar song.

Introduces techniques for playing the B note below Middle C on the piano using the right-hand thumb.

Broken chords involve playing the lowest note of a chord shape followed by the other two notes.

Dotted quarter notes, first and second endings in sheet music are covered.

Properly position hands to play B and C notes above Middle C.

The C major scale and its applications in music theory are covered.

Octaves, major scales, and fingerings are introduced as building blocks for playing ease.

The key of C Major covers the musical concept and its implications on song composition.

Covers an alternative G7 chord shape and its application to The Galway Piper song.

The G chord's unique finger placement is introduced, covering its fundamental role in music.

Arpeggios, sharp signs, and the D7 chord are covered, including their notations.

Transitions from G to D7 chord voicings are examined.

The proper placement of the right hand's fifth finger is demonstrated, focusing on playing the note D effectively in various musical situations.

F sharp is positioned above middle C on the piano keyboard and staff.

Identifies and applies key signatures, a fundamental concept in music notation.

Introduces the concept of playing individual notes within chords, focusing on mastering chord partials.

Introduces the concept of playing the C chord in second inversion to enhance smooth chord transitions.

Introduces techniques for transitioning from G to C chords using a shared note for improved finger placement.

Introduces an alternative D7 chord fingering and techniques for incorporating it into music.

Smoothly transitioning from B to D7 chords is essential for playing popular songs.

Flat signs affect note values, introducing concepts like black and white keys.

Introduces techniques for effortlessly transitioning between F and C7 chords by exploiting their common Middle C note.

Identifies and locates the note Bb on a musical staff, including its position and notation.

The F major key signature features one flat sign, which lowers all B notes to Bb.

Bb chord techniques include learning proper hand positioning for efficient playing.

Develops the ability to smoothly transition between F and Bb chords without compromising finger placement.

Playing E and F notes on the treble staff with the right hand is introduced.

Introduces the F major scale, its characteristic pattern and application of the flat sign for B notes.

The key of F major is introduced along with its signature, and playing techniques are applied to two songs.

The C7 chord is introduced with exercises and score examples illustrating its application.

Introduces playing G and F# notes with right-hand technique for notes above treble staff.

Introduces the G major scale, exploring its structure and distinctive features.

The major scale includes the notes G A B C D E F# with a 6/1 signature.

Major chords with flats (b) and sharps (#) are covered, including finger positions and diagrams for root, first, and second inversions.