Alfred's Great Music & Musicians, Book 1
An Overview of Music History
by Nancy Bachus
Piano Method - Sheet Music

Piano - Late Elementary

SKU: AP.39060

Book 1. An Overview of Music History. Composed by Nancy Bachus and Tom Gerou. Method/Instruction; Piano - Alfred's Premier Piano Course. Premier Piano Course. Children. Book and Digital Download. 56 pages. Alfred Music #00-39060. Published by Alfred Music (AP.39060).

ISBN 9780739087602. UPC: 038081434094. English.

Great Music & Musicians provides a foundation for understanding the major cultural periods---from the Greco-Roman Era to the present. It guides students through musical styles and the development of music through the ages. The book and online audio includes art and listening examples that offer an opportunity for discussions. Although not correlated page-by-page, book 1 is appropriate for piano students in Premier Piano Course, levels 1A and 1B. It also may be used by students in other piano methods or as a focal point for group lessons. Each unit includes an overview and historical background, a closer look at important musical developments, art to provide further insight into life during the time, a short summary, listening suggestions, and a written review.

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Premier Piano Course offers today's students a fully integrated and comprehensive approach to piano instruction, featuring a perfect blend of music, lyrics, pedagogy, art, and fun! Notation and keyboard skills are taught early on, with special emphasis on rhythm reading, technical development, creative thinking, and musicality. The many varied moods and styles of Premier's songs provide fresh, enjoyable learning and performing experiences for students.