Absolute Beginners: Keyboard - The Complete Picture Guide to Playing Keyboard Easy Level | Learn Keyboard and Piano Basics for First Time Players | Step by Step Sheet Music Book for Students - Softcover

Wise Publications

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0711974306 ISBN 13: 9780711974302

Publisher: Wise Publications, 2001

Synopsis

This beginner keyboard book is designed for first time players, adult learners, and students who want a clear and practical introduction to playing keyboard or piano. It is ideal for home learning, private lessons, and structured practice, making it suitable for self study and guided instruction.

The book explains how to use the keyboard through clear visual examples and simple musical notation. It covers correct hand, wrist, and finger positioning, helping new players develop healthy technique from the very beginning. The material introduces basic note reading, keyboard layout, and rhythm in a gradual and easy to follow way.

Inside the book, learners are guided through essential scales, simple chords, and easy musical examples that reinforce each concept. Online backing tracks and audio examples support listening skills and timing, allowing students to play along and stay motivated during practice sessions.

This method helps build confidence and technique while improving rhythm, reading, and coordination. The clear layout and visual approach make learning more intuitive, encouraging consistent practice and steady progress. It works well as a music teacher resource and as a reliable introduction for anyone starting keyboard or piano.

Trusted by teachers, loved by students. Suitable for lessons, home study, and beginner music education, this book provides a solid foundation for future keyboard and piano development and makes a thoughtful gift for new musicians.

About this title

About the Author

Founded in 1947, Hal Leonard LLC has become the worlds largest print music publisher, representing some of the greatest songwriters and artists of all time. We are proud to publish titles of interest to all musicians as well as music lovers, from songbooks and instructional titles to artist biographies and instrument price guides to books about the music industry and all the performing arts.

Synopsis

This is a complete guide to learning the keyboard. Step by step pictures take the learner from the first day exercises to playing along with a backing track on the accompanying CD.

Edition details

• Publisher: Wise Publications
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0711974306
• ISBN 13: 9780711974302
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 48