Bastien - Piano For Adults Book 1 (BK/DL)

Everything the adult beginner needs in one book! To teach piano basics, the Bastiens have created a new, rich course designed specifically for adult beginners. 'Bastien Piano for Adults' is a welcome addition to the best-selling collection of Bastien methods and supplementary materials. Lessons, theory, technique, and sight reading are combined in one easy-to-use book. The series is gradually paced to ensure student confidence and success. The variety of music, custom selected for adults, includes famous classic themes, folk songs, spirituals, ragtime, blues, boogie, jazz, and Bastien originals that teach the basics in a straightforward yet innovative manner. Downloadable accompaniment was created to musically enhance student practice, thus making piano study more enjoyable. In addition to adding excitement, variety, and motivation for the student, the additional media helps improve understanding of phrasing, balance, rhythm, and pulse. Even beginning students can play along with a jazz band, a symphony, or a rock group.