Alfred's Basic Piano Library: Universal Edition Lesson Book 1B with CD

Alfred's Basic Piano Library: Universal Edition Lesson Book 1B with CD

Alfred's Basic Piano Library: Universal Edition Lesson Book 1B with CD continues the beginner piano course with a clear step-by-step approach to reading, rhythm, keyboard technique and musical understanding. Written by Willard A. Palmer, Morton Manus and Amanda Vick Lethco, this Australian-friendly edition uses British rhythmic terminology and includes an audio CD for listening and play-along practice.

Build on the Foundations of Level 1A

Lesson Book 1B begins by reviewing concepts from Level 1A before introducing incomplete measures, tempo markings, eighth notes and rests, use of the damper pedal, half steps, whole steps and the major scale through tetrachords.

Universal Edition for Australia

The Universal Edition is designed for English-speaking countries outside the United States, including Australia, the United Kingdom, Canada and New Zealand. It uses British rhythmic terminology such as crotchet rather than quarter note, making it suitable for Australian teachers and students.

CD Included

The included audio provides students with a useful reference for rhythm, tempo and musical character. It can be used for listening, practice support and play-along work between lessons.

Key Features

• Level 1B beginner piano lesson book
• Universal Edition for Australia and other English-speaking countries outside the USA
• By Willard A. Palmer, Morton Manus and Amanda Vick Lethco
• Includes audio CD
• Introduces eighth notes and rests, damper pedal, half and whole steps and major-scale tetrachords
• Uses British rhythmic terminology
• 48-page softcover book
• Series: Alfred's Basic Piano Library
• Published by Alfred Music
• Item number: 00-6490
• ISBN 9780739006641
• UPC 038081022055

Who Is It For?

Ideal for beginner pianists moving on from Alfred Level 1A, especially Australian students and teachers using the Universal Edition of the course.

Our Take

This is the right Level 1B version for many Australian students because the terminology matches local teaching conventions. The included CD also gives beginners a useful listening reference while they develop rhythm, reading and confidence at the keyboard.

Available from Colemans Music South Melbourne with Fast Shipping Aus Wide.