Chapter 1: Welcome to the Piano
- Introduction to the piano layout and finger numbers.
- Real example: "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star" in C major, introducing the finger numbers and simple rhythms.
Chapter 2: The Treble Clef
- Explanation of the treble clef and its pitch names.
- Real example: "Mary Had a Little Lamb" in C major, reading notes in the treble clef using finger numbers.
Chapter 3: The Bass Clef
- Introduction to the bass clef and its pitch names.
- Real example: "Hot Cross Buns" in G major, reading notes in the bass clef using the finger numbers.
Chapter 4: Intervals and Chords
- Basic intervals and chords are introduced, such as seconds, thirds, and triads.
- Real example: Interval and chord playing exercises using simple intervals and chords.
Chapter 5: Time Values
- Understanding different time values, such as quarter notes, half notes, and rests.
- Real example: "Lightly Row" in 4/4 time, incorporating various time values and simple rhythms.
Chapter 6: Playing with Expression
- Introduction to basic musical terms and symbols, such as dynamics and articulation.
- Real example: "Morning Mood" by Edvard Grieg, using dynamics and articulation to create a musical performance.
Chapter 7: Keyboard Topography
- Review of the piano layout and fingerings, expanding upon the previous chapters.
- Real example: "Ode to Joy" by Ludwig van Beethoven, using a wider range of fingerings and keyboard topography.
Chapter 8: Scales and Arpeggios
- Introduction to the C major scale and C major arpeggio.
- Real example: Scale and arpeggio exercises, focusing on developing finger dexterity and technique.
Chapter 9: Inversions and Intervals
- Explanation of interval inversions and their usage in music.
- Real example: Interval inversion exercises, demonstrating how inversions change the sound and context of intervals.
Chapter 10: Triads and Seventh Chords
- Introduction to triads (three-note chords) and seventh chords (four-note chords).
- Real example: Triad and seventh chord exercises, exploring different chord voicings and inversions.
Chapter 11: Minor Chords
- Explanation of minor chords and their characteristics.
- Real example: Minor chord exercises, using minor chords in different contexts and creating simple melodies.
Chapter 12: Rhythm and Style
- Focus on developing a solid rhythmic foundation and exploring different musical styles.
- Real example: Rhythmic exercises and pieces that incorporate various rhythms and styles, such as swing, Latin, and classical.
