How to Play Popular Piano in 10 Easy Lessons by Norman Monath (1984, Trade Paperback)

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Used - Very Good A well-cared-for item that has seen limited use but remains in great condition. The item is complete, unmarked, and undamaged, but may show some limited signs of wear. Item works perfectly. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine is undamaged. How to Play Popular Piano in 10 Easy Lessons: The Fastest, Easiest Way to Learn ISBN-13 : 9780671530679 Book

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PublisherTouchstone
ISBN-100671530674
ISBN-139780671530679
eBay Product ID (ePID)954861

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Book TitleHow to Play Popular Piano in 10 Easy Lessons
Number of Pages141 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicInstruction & Study / Exercises, Printed Music / Piano & Keyboard Repertoire, Musical Instruments / Piano & Keyboard
Publication Year1984
IllustratorYes
GenreMusic
AuthorNorman Monath
FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.5 in
Item Weight12.3 Oz
Item Length11 in
Item Width8.4 in

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Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN84-010314
ReviewsSammy CahnPresident, Songwriter's Hall of FameI have "High Hopes" this book can teach you to play -- "All the way" -- and you know you can't "Call Me Irresponsible.", Sammy Cahn President, Songwriter's Hall of Fame I have "High Hopes" this book can teach you to play -- "All the way" -- and you know you can't "Call Me Irresponsible."
Dewey Edition19
Dewey Decimal786.3/041
Table Of ContentCONTENTS FOREWORD by Hal David AUTHOR'S PREFACE INTRODUCTION The Principle Behind This Method LESSON 1 The Piano Keyboard LESSON 2 Playing Melodies LESSON 3 First Chords and Songs LESSON 4 Reading Black Keys From Music LESSON 5 The Scales and Chords We Build On LESSON 6 The Meaning of Tonality LESSON 7 Altering Major Triads LESSON 8 Four-Note Chords LESSON 9 Jazz Piano Styles LESSON 10 Playing by Ear and Improvising APPENDIX Checklist of Chord Symbols Music Notation
Synopsis"Anyone who can dial a telephone can learn to play popular piano quickly and easily." So says Norman Monath, author of How to Play Popular Piano in 10 Easy Lessons. His no-frills, no-drills method will have you playing simple tunes within thirty minutes--even if you don't know one note from another. The secret? Learning the basic chords and how to adapt them. With lots of clearly illustrated chord examples, keyboard diagrams and practice pieces ranging from "Silent Night" to "Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head," Monath teaches you: -the basic structure of music -how to alter the basic chords for creative accompaniment -how to read tunes from sheet music -how to improvise -how to play by ear -how to create your own playing style--whether you lean toward pop, blues, jazz or rock For everyone from rank beginner to experienced virtuoso, this step-by-step, uncomplicated guidebook makes learning to play popular piano the easy and enjoyable experience it should be., "Anyone who can dial a telephone can learn to play popular piano quickly and easily." So says Norman Monath, author of How to Play Popular Piano in 10 Easy Lessons. His no-frills, no-drills method will have you playing simple tunes within 30 minutes -- even if you don't know one note from another. The secret? Learning the basic chords and how to adapt them. With lots of clearly illustrated chord examples, keyboard diagrams and practice pieces ranging from "Silent Night" to "Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head," Monath teaches you: * the basic structure of music * how to alter the basic chords for creative accompaniment * how to read tunes from sheet music * how to improvise * how to play by ear * how to create your own playing style -- whether you lean toward pop, blues, jazz or rock For everyone from rank beginner to experienced virtuoso, this step-by-step, uncomplicated guidebook makes learning to play popular piano the easy and enjoyable experience it should be.
LC Classification NumberMT239.M68 1984

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    This is the most informative music book I've purchased so far to date. And every detail is broken down so you can understand the topic he's addressing. Wish I could find a few more like this one!

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