(Shawnee Press). A Progressive Piano Method for the Christian Student by
Joseph Martin, David Angerman, and Mark Hayes Keys for the Kingdom is a
fully graded piano series designed especially for the Christian student.
Through a stylistically diverse set of musical experiences, students
will learn the foundations of good musicianship. Each lesson is
carefully written to provide gradual progress. The graphic illustrations
are designed to be fun and inspiring, as well as to reinforce the
lesson. While learning the basic concepts of piano playing, the student
is introduced to many styles of sacred music: the wealth of great
hymnody, songs, and psalms of the church; as well as the great classics
in piano literature that every student needs to excel in musical study.
Also included in the series are Bible verses affirming spiritual values
intended to motivate the student toward excellence at the keyboard. This
multi-key, stylistically diverse series of books introduces basic
concepts of rhythm, intervals, scales, chords, music theory, artistry,
and improvisation. Companion products include hymnbooks, contemporary
Christian songbooks, theory/technique/improvisation books, performance
books, seasonal books and duet books. These, along with planned future
companion materials, will help support the student's learning quest.
Each method book establishes a deliberate, but steady pace for the
developing student. Principles of reading music, theory, technique,
interpretation, and musicianship are explored. Calling on the combined
teaching experience of over 40 years, the authors have fashioned new
ways of teaching proven concepts. Great emphasis is placed on the beauty
if the music, the lyrics, and the art, which accompanies individual
songs. Each lesson also includes appropriate scripture references to
help students discover the joy of worshipping and serving God through
their own music.
