Contemporary Class Piano, 5th Edition

Contemporary Class Piano, 5/e, offers a creative, diverse approach to beginning piano. Colleges and universities throughout the country have found success with Elyse Mach's carefully constructed, step-by-step technique. The text balances the classical works of Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven, with a contemporary repertoire that includes jazz, rock, improvisation, and avant-garde pieces. More than sixty repertory pieces are new to this edition, including an increased number of pieces designed to let students enjoy immediate success. New and expanded sightreading in all major keys, teacher accompaniments, and teacher/student ensembles offer additional keyboard enrichment. Worksheets have been added to the end of the first four units to aid students in the mastering of techniques and skills.