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A Solid Foundation for Young Pianists (Grades 1-2)
Play Piano Book 1 is the definitive tutor for young beginners, combining rigorous pedagogy with the musical creativity Alan Haughton is known for.... Read more
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Alan studied piano at the Royal Academy of Music in London. He was a deputy headteacher with a particular interest in music education and also taught jazz and classical piano at Bedford High School.
Christopher Tambling (1964-2015) studied the organ with Malcolm McKelvey at Christ's Hospital, Horsham, Sussex. He went on to gain organ scholarships to Canterbury Cathedral and St Peter's College, Oxford, where he studied with Geoffrey Webber and David Sanger and was Organist of Pusey House. He started his teaching career at Sedbergh School in Cumbria, where he was Organist from 1986 to 1989: he then became Director of Music at Glenalmond College, near Perth in Scotland, also taking on roles of Perth City Organist and Conductor of Perth City Orchestra.
A Solid Foundation for Young Pianists (Grades 1-2)
Play Piano Book 1 is the definitive tutor for young beginners, combining rigorous pedagogy with the musical creativity Alan Haughton is known for. This course offers a "fun but systematic" approach, ensuring students develop correct technique and musicality from the very first lesson.
Unlike dry instruction manuals, Haughton uses a wide variety of musical styles to teach core concepts. This keeps students motivated while comprehensively preparing them for the early grades (1-2). It is an ideal core curriculum for teachers looking for a balance between enjoyment and educational substance.
Key Features:
Progressive Learning: Systematically guides students from beginner to Grade 2.
Musical Variety: exposes students to different genres to develop rounded musicianship.
Teacher Approved: A proven method by one of the leading writers for young people.
Digital Accompaniment: Audio downloads available in the Resources tab.
