This series isn't intended for a self-instructional settingthe exercises include accompaniments for a teacher to play along with the student(s)but its content is comprehensive enough that it could be used for self-instruction as well. The writing is basic and straightforward, without the pally or occasionally hackneyed presentation of some of the other series profiled here. Of all these series, thisalong with Carl Fischer's "ABC's of Strings" book and DVD series by Janice Tucker Rhoda (which is an ongoing series but has no new or forthcoming 2009 titles)is probably the most traditional in instructional style. For adults. New for 2009: Bass 101 (ISBN 978-0-7390-5695-0), Guitar 101 (ISBN 978-0-7390-5694-3), and Keyboard 101 (ISBN 978-0-7390-5693-6). Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

This comprehensive approach to functional musicianship at the keyboard includes varied repertoire, theory, technique, sight-reading, harmonization from lead sheets, ear training and ensembles. Great for college non-music majors, continuing education classes, music dealer in-store programs and group piano classes at the middle and high school levels. Book 1 contains 15 units each with a variety of repertoire, exercises, unit review worksheets and an assignment page.

This series answers the often-expressed need for a variety of supplementary material in many different popular styles. What could be more fun for an adult than to play the music that everybody knows and loves? When the books in the Greatest Hits series are assigned in conjunction with the Lesson Books, these appealing pieces reinforce new concepts as they are introduced. In addition, the motivation the music provides could not be better. The emotional satisfaction students receive from mastering each popular song increases their enthusiasm to begin the next one. With the popular music available in the Greatest Hits series (Levels 1 and 2), the use of both books will significantly increase every adult's interest in piano study. Two selections from this book are featured on the Royal Conservatory of Music Popular Selection List (2007 Ed.): * The Rainbow Connection * Nadia's Theme

This book begins with an extensive review of the chords and keys previously studied, using fresh and interesting material that will provide enjoyment as well as reinforcement. Particularly noteworthy is the systematic presentation of chords in all positions in both hands. Titles: America the Beautiful * Arkansas Traveler * The Battle Hymn of the Republic * Black is the Color of My True Love's Hair * Brahms Lullaby * Canon in D (Pachelbel) * Deep River * Down in the Valley * Farewell to Thee (Aloha Oe) * Fascination * A Festive Rondeau * Frankie and Johnnie * The Hokey-Pokey * The House of the Rising Sun * Introduction and Dance * La Cucaracha * La Donna E Mobile * La Raspa * Light and Blue * Loch Lomond * Lonesome Road * The Marriage of Figaro * Morning Has Broken * Musetta's Waltz * Musette * Night Song * Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen * Polyvetsian Dances * Pomp and Circumstance No. 1 * The Riddle * Rock-a My Soul * Roman Holiday * Sakura * Scherzo * Space Shuttle Blues * Swingin' Sevenths * Theme from Symphony No. 6 (Tchaikovsky) * Tumbalalaika * Village Dance * Waves of the Danube * When Johnny Comes Marching Home * You're in My Heart

This book teaches sight reading in a systematic way by creating exercises based on the same concepts that the student is studying in the Lesson Book. Exercises are short and the music is generally easier than correlating pages in the Lesson Book.

The Teacher's Handbook serves as an aid in curriculum development and daily lesson planning. Suggested daily lesson plans, suggested assignments following each lesson plan, teaching tips for each unit, suggested examinations for the semester and answer keys for the written exercises and unit review worksheets. It also suggests ways to successfully integrate keyboard and computer technology into the curriculum.