Alfred Publishing

All-In-One Accelerated Course

Authors: Dennis Alexander, Gayle Kowalchyk, E. L. Lancaster, Victoria McArthur, Martha Mier
Format: Book, CD-ROM & Online Audio & Software
Instrumentation: Piano
Level: 2

Premier Piano Express is designed for students who need a fast-paced approach to piano study. Based on the concepts and music from Premier Piano Course, this All-in-One Accelerated Course integrates Lesson, Theory, Technique, and Performance pages. Book 2 continues the steady development of artistry and keyboard skills that began in Book 1.

The book is organized into skills-based units that feature clear explanations of important musical concepts. Worksheets within each unit provide review and strengthen understanding. Included with the book is a CD-ROM that contains both audio performances on acoustic piano and orchestrated accompaniments for selected pieces. Accompaniments are also available for download.

Contents:

• Foreword
• Review
• UNIT 1: The C 5-Finger Pattern
• UNIT 2: Dynamics and Tempo
• UNIT 3: Tonic and Dominant in C
• UNIT 4: Eighth Notes
• UNIT 5: Tonic and Dominant in G
• UNIT 6: Half and Whole Steps
• UNIT 7: Major 5-Finger Patterns
• UNIT 8: Interval of a 6th
• UNIT 9: New Notes on the Staff
• UNIT 10: Minor 5-Finger Patterns
• UNIT 11: Intervals of 7ths and Octaves
• UNIT 12: C and G Major Scales and Chords
• UNIT 13: Dotted Quarter Note