Alfred S Basic Chord Approach To Electronic Keyboards Lesson Book 2

Book 2 continues with 6ths, 7ths and octaves; eighth notes, dotted quarter notes and syncopated notes; sharps, flats and naturals; the keys of C, G and F Major; construction of the major scale, new 'fingered' chords and additional 'single-fingered' chords.

This method uses the great capabilities of the electronic keyboard to teach keyboard musicianship. Book 1 teaches 2nds, 3rds, 4ths and 5ths in C and G positions; 4/4 and 3/4 time signatures; whole, half, and quarter notes; rests; basic note reading; musical terms; 'single-fingered' chords and 'fingered' G and D7 chords.

Book 2 continues with 6ths, 7ths and octaves; eighth notes, dotted quarter notes and syncopated notes; sharps, flats and naturals; the keys of C, G and F Major; construction of the major scale, new 'fingered' chords and additional 'single-fingered' chords.

Book 3 deals primarily with extended positions of the right hand, the introduction of the A minor and D minor keys and the development of technical skills such as the crossing under of the thumb. Triplets are introduced as well as 'fingered' A minor and D minor chords and much more.

This method uses the great capabilities of the electronic keyboard to teach keyboard musicianship. Book 1 teaches 2nds, 3rds, 4ths and 5ths in C and G positions; 4/4 and 3/4 time signatures; whole, half, and quarter notes; rests; basic note reading; musical terms; 'single-fingered' chords and 'fingered' G and D7 chords.

Coordinated page-by-page with the Lesson Books, the student is provided with fun pieces while reviewing newly-learned concepts.

The Technic Books are also coordinated page-by-page with the Lesson Books, and provide reading and rhythm drills perfectly paced with each lesson.

This series introduces chords more quickly than in the regular Alfred's Basic Piano Library. It is perfect for students age 10 and up whose hands are strong enough to play 3-note chords. By combining intervallic reading with chord playing, students are able to enjoy playing fuller and more interesting songs and melodies.