Accelerando, Book 1

Description

The Accelerando Series provides a wealth of highly-motivating studies, expertly crafted to support all areas of standard piano technique. Designed for both children and adults, the Accelerando books guide the student's progress from their first lesson to the advanced level. Each book presents clear-cut goals that pave the way for accelerated progress at every age and level.All subjects and elements studied throughout the Accelerando Series are developed with ample, creative reinforcement that ensures successful results with both immediate and long-term benefits. Primary Subjects: hands alone finger combinations in Middle C position progressing gradually to hands together 5-finger patterns in C Major position.Elements: consistent quarter-note motion, legato & staccato, steps & skips, expanding the reading range by steps, "hold" studies establishing secure keybed orientation.Also includes: keyboard/staff diagram, "master the metronome," staff paper.