Also doubling as a xylophone to help develop their musical development, there are six song cards they can play along to that are all colour-coded with the notes. I’m sure that I would have thoroughly enjoyed these books when I started learning the piano as a six-year-old, many moons ago. Young students will enjoy the multi-cultural friends at the piano who introduce white-key names, basic rhythms, and a variety of songs which span classical, folk, and blues. I was sent a review copy of these books free of charge; however, this review is my honest opinion as a teacher.

It is a gift for children who have already started their piano-playing journey…As one 11-year-old pupil […] said: ‘Overall the book is really fun.The collection features a variety of fun musical styles, ensuring that young pianists will find something to suit their taste. Finger numbers are given for the black keys, but for the white keys, students and teachers are encouraged to develop their own fingering.

Three distinguishing features of the Lesson Book A make it unique and effective for the young 5-6 year old beginner. The Fabers' instructional theory "ACE" - Analysis, Creativity, and Expression, guides the pedagogy of My First Piano Adventure. This section is structured around a number of key pieces of music, each selected to illustrate particular points, demonstrate the versatility of the instrument and encourage musical appreciation. There is humour in the text and the illustrations too, I loved the monkey playing so fast he seems to have eight arms. By the end of the book, students are playing hands separately, alternately in the treble and bass clef, reading notes from both staves.Analysis leads to understanding, creativity leads to self-discovery, and expression develops personal artistry. My First Piano Book introduces young children to the piano and music-making through fun activities, rhymes, songs and pieces. This is the most exceptional book of its kind, providing an absorbing experience for both eyes and ears. Depending on where you live, the time it may take for your exchanged product to reach you, may vary. These friends at the piano introduce basic rhythms, white key names, and a variety of white and black-key songs that span classical, folk, and blues.