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Meridee Winters Chord Crash Course: A Teach Yourself Piano Book for Older Beginners and Adults,New
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Our brains are wired to learn by patterns finally, a music book that teaches that way. Play piano without the struggle (and without reading music) using the power of chords and patterns! Do you want to accompany yourself as a singer, songwriter or performer? Have you always wanted to play an instrument but dont know where to start? Are you a music instructor who is looking for a way to liven up lessons or teach popular music? Meridee Winters is an accomplished author, educator, musician, school director and pioneer in the world of creativity and music education.Her more than 50 music books and learning resources have sold tens of thousands of copies and earned her a devoted global following of teachers, students and musicians. Chord Crash course is the first and most popular of Meridees innovative books, known for its playful attitude and trailblazing learn by pattern and shape approach. (And it doesnt require you to read music!) Its this unique approach that allows learners to play famous chord progressions within their first few hours of learning and lead sheets to their favorite songs within just a few chapters. Chord Crash Course has become a hit with selftaught musicians, with music teachers looking to boost progress and with professional performers expanding their skill set. This makes sense, given the books recording studio origins. Meridee initially developed this method to empower recording artists who were unable to accompany themselves. Through simple diagrams and step bystep instruction, you will learn musics most powerful and universal patterns, including chords, arpeggios, intervals, Alberti bass, rock rhythms, pop progressions and so much more. Students can then graduate to Chord Crash Course Book 2 for higher level chord theory, including seventh chords and sus chords.
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- Q: What is the primary teaching method used in the Chord Crash Course? A: The Chord Crash Course uses a unique 'learn by pattern and shape' approach, allowing learners to play piano without reading music by focusing on chords and patterns.
- Q: Is this book suitable for complete beginners? A: Yes, this book is designed specifically for older beginners and adults who have little or no prior experience with playing the piano.
- Q: Can I use this book if I want to accompany myself while singing? A: Absolutely! The Chord Crash Course teaches you how to use chords to accompany yourself as a singer or performer.
- Q: What type of music can I learn with this book? A: You can learn to play a variety of popular music styles, including rock and pop, using famous chord progressions and lead sheets.
- Q: Do I need to have any music theory knowledge to use this book? A: No prior music theory knowledge is required. The book is structured to teach you essential concepts as you learn to play.
- Q: How many pages does the Chord Crash Course have? A: The book has 0 pages listed, indicating it may be a spiral-bound format that is easy to handle while learning.
- Q: What are the additional features of the Chord Crash Course? A: The book includes simple diagrams and step-by-step instructions to help learners grasp music's powerful patterns, including chords, arpeggios, and rhythms.
- Q: Is this book beneficial for music instructors? A: Yes, music instructors can use this book to enhance their lessons and introduce popular music to their students.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The Chord Crash Course is available in a spiral-bound format, making it easier to use while playing.
- Q: What can I expect to learn in the first few chapters? A: In the first few chapters, you can expect to learn famous chord progressions and start playing lead sheets of your favorite songs.