(Educational Piano). The Schaum Piano for Adults series feature lessons
that are much more gradual than other adult methods with an emphasis on
music appreciation. It teaches piano mastery tailored for busy teens and
adults featuring an array of music from orchestra, opera, ballet, vocal,
choral literature and folk songs. Includes music appreciation stories
and musical exploration through creative directions and explanations.
Progress is easily adapted to each student's needs and may be used for
children as young as age 10. The Beginner Level book gives special
attention to melodic interval reading; hand positions alternated and
extended to avoid rigid 5-finger position habit which fosters more
careful note reading; introduces simple transposing, broken chords and
chord symbols; many pieces have duet accompaniments.