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Suzuki Piano School, Vol. 1 (Revised Edition)

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I started my 3 1/2 year old in this program and she is now five. She is playing unbelievably! This program is for everyone! Make sure you buy the companion cd or cassette with this. Also get Nurtued by Love, by Dr. Suzuki.

I quit Suzuki piano as a child (didn't like my teacher, didn't like learning notes), but recently took it back up again. I now understand the value of Suzuki--and wish my first teacher had embodied what the method is all about. I am currently teaching myself, but see how the use of both hands and chord usage in progressing songs is very valuable in the learning process. What they teach you in the building/base songs transfer easily to more complex songs and classic pieces--and the pieces are all very nice--I recommend ordering the CD/tape to learn, as learning by ear is just as valuable as learning to read at this stage--I think they go hand in hand--and memorizing the song from the CD then being able to translate it onto the piano is very rewarding. I'm now on the second book...looking forward to the third! I was able to easily branch out to other piano books based on my foundation knowledge from the Suzuki method. That said, I did supplement it with some theory (as I don't have a teacher, and these books rely on a teacher for that aspect). I recommend Humphries book for theory--with internet reading as a supplement! Hanon exercises are very helpful, too.

Bought this for my daughter as she had 1.5 years of traditional lessons (learned to read music, etc) then we switched to Suzuki. She had a hard time adapting to the no-sheet music method so I got this to help her along...it also helps me translate for her when needed during practice.

My 2 small boys began taking piano lesson this fall and they have been able to read this book. It is so easy for kids to practice. It helped my kids allot that they will be playing in the Christmas celebration at their school

This book is to be used by teachers who have had teacher training in the Suzuki Method through the Suzuki Association of the Americas. The student listens to it's companion CD daily to help develop his ability to hear the music more clearly and to get a feel for the flow of the music. Through a positive environment, the trained teacher guides the student in acquiring excellent piano technique and a natural feel for the music, as well as self-confidence. For more information, go to www.suzukiassociation.org.