Chester Music CHESTER'S PIANO STARTERS - V. 1 - PIANO SOLO
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Summary of This Method
Designed to accompany the very first steps at the keyboard, this method is aimed at beginner pianists (up to pre-Grade 1 level). It offers a progressive approach that emphasizes reading, keyboard orientation, and hand independence without skipping steps. The "five-finger" positions serve as a foundation to establish a relaxed hand and clear landmarks, while hand alternation allows for quick progress in musicality while consolidating technique.
As the pages progress, the student discovers very simple pieces, then carefully balanced hands-together passages to develop coordination without overload. The selection of pieces, both playful and reassuring, encourages regular practice: nursery rhymes, traditional tunes, and small dances follow one another to work on rhythm, articulation, and changes of character. Notably included are "Au Clair De La Lune," ideal for building a beautiful legato from the start, as well as Purcell's "Rigadoon," perfect for approaching a steady pulse and a more dance-like style.
The list of pieces also includes: Air Des Bouffons, Ballooning, Cossack Dance, Evening Song, Exercise Time, Hop, Skip, Jump, Hot Cross Buns, J'ai Du Bon Tabac, Jody's Cake Walk, Lullaby, March Of The Pigs, Merrily We Roll Along, Off To Work, Old Woman, Oranges And Lemons, Ragtime, Resting, Three Nursery Rhymes, and Waltz For Diddles. An excellent resource for building solid foundations while playing immediately recognizable melodies.
Technical specifications
| Publication | Methods | ||
| Difficulty | Beginner to pre-Grade 1 | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is this piano method suitable for a complete beginner?
This method is intended for beginner pianists up to pre-Grade 1 level and supports the first steps at the keyboard.
How does Chester's Piano Starters Volume 1 work on note reading?
The learning is based on a progression that develops reading skills and keyboard orientation. Five-finger positions provide clear landmarks for each hand. Alternating the hands allows melodies to be approached without technical overload.
Are there any hands-together pieces in this collection?
Hands-together passages are gradually introduced to develop coordination between both hands.
Which well-known pieces are included in Chester's Piano Starters - V. 1?
The collection notably includes "Au Clair De La Lune," "Hot Cross Buns," "J'ai Du Bon Tabac," "Oranges And Lemons," and "Merrily We Roll Along." Purcell's "Rigadoon" is also part of the selection.
Which technical aspects are addressed in this piano method?
The work focuses on hand independence, rhythm, and articulation. "Au Clair De La Lune" is used to approach legato, while Purcell's "Rigadoon" works on steady pulse and a dance-like character.
