Category: Books

Chillin’ On The Black Keys, V. U. Level B: Pre-Reading Songs and Activities for Early Primer Piano Students

TL;DR Chillin’ on the Black Keys and great fun for students who have learned the finger numbers and are starting to read rhythms. Buy it on Amazon. Chillin’ On The Black Keys is a delightful resource tailored for early primer…

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Dows’ Glissando and the Slimy Songbook (V.U. Level A)

TL; DR Dow’s Glissando and the Slimy Songbook (part of the Very Useful Library, Level A) is a fun way to reinforce finger numbers and patterns of 2 and 3 black keys for beginning pianists who haven’t yet learned to…

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Dow’s Primer 2

TL;DR Dow’s Primer 2 is a worthy successor to Primer 1. It is clever, funny, and pedegogically sound. Buy it on Amazon. WunderKeys Primer Piano Book Two has been a game-changer in my piano studio. It seamlessly continues the engaging…

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Dow’s Primer 1

TL;DR WunderKeys Primer Piano Book 1 is a joy-filled and comprehensive method that engages young piano students with age-appropriate pieces, off-the-bench activities, and game-based learning, creating a solid foundation for musical development. Buy it on Amazon. As an experienced piano…

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Cool Keys for All Ages: Wunderkeys Rock Duets 2

TL;DR Andrea and Trevor Dow’s Rock Duets 2 book is my favorite supplement to Pop Staff 3 and suitable for all ages, not just teens. Buy Dow’s Rock Duets 2 book on Amazon here. Update: See my Pop Staff 3…

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