Publisher's Synopsis
""Singing and Playing: The Beginners' Book of the Oxford Piano Course for Class and Individual Instruction"" by Ernest Schelling is a comprehensive guide for those who are just starting to learn how to play the piano. This book is designed for both individual and classroom instruction and covers all the basics of piano playing. The book begins with an introduction to the piano and its various parts, followed by a brief history of the instrument. It then moves on to cover the basics of music theory, including the staff, notes, and time signatures. The book also includes exercises to help students practice their reading and playing skills.The second part of the book focuses on technique, covering topics such as hand position, finger placement, and posture. The book includes numerous exercises to help students develop their technique and build strength in their fingers.The third part of the book is dedicated to repertoire, with a variety of songs and pieces for students to learn and practice. The songs range from classical to popular and include well-known tunes such as ""Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star"" and ""Ode to Joy.""Throughout the book, Schelling emphasizes the importance of singing along with playing, as this helps students develop their sense of rhythm and musicality. The book also includes tips and advice for teachers and parents who are helping their children learn to play the piano.Overall, ""Singing and Playing: The Beginners' Book of the Oxford Piano Course for Class and Individual Instruction"" is an excellent resource for anyone who is just starting to learn how to play the piano. Its clear explanations, helpful exercises, and varied repertoire make it an ideal book for both individual and classroom instruction.1928. Also authored by Gail Martin Haake, Charles J. Haake and Osbourne McConathy. The authors introduce the book with the following: Dear Children, This is your very first piano book. It is for boys and girls who are taking their first piano lessons. Have you ever tried to play your songs on the piano? You will notice that every piece in this book is a song. First you will sing the song and then you will learn to play it. That is why we have named the book Singing and Playing. We hope that you will like the pieces in this little book and that you will have fun singing and playing them.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
