Wesley Schaum : Easy Keyboard Harmony, Book 1

Upper Elementary Level - Educational Piano Softcover

Introduction :

(Educational Piano). This 32-page method book from Schaum Publications makes learning improvisation fun and accessible through simple explanations and clear examples. Easy Keyboard Harmony, Book 1 is designed for the Late Elementary student, encouraging musical creativity by providing practical ideas for composing and expression. This volume focuses on developing chord dexterity and ear training through focused keyboard exercises. Students will learn to improvise accompaniments from standard chord symbols, mastering both root positions and inversions while reinforcing their knowledge through workbook-style writing pages.

Product Features :

• Improvisation Focused : Teaches students how to create their own music using simple harmonic concepts.
• Chord Mastery : Develops skill in playing and identifying root position and inverted chords.
• Workbook Format : Includes dedicated pages for writing notes and accompaniment patterns to reinforce learning.
• Familiar Repertoire : Uses well-known folk songs and hymns to illustrate various accompaniment styles.
• Ear Training : Integrates auditory development with physical keyboard exercises.

Performance Tips :

• When practicing the chord inversions, focus on keeping your hand relaxed; smooth transitions between shapes are key to a professional-sounding accompaniment.
• Try to sing the melody of the folk songs while playing the improvised chord patterns to strengthen the connection between your ear and your fingers.
• Tip : Use the writing pages not just as homework, but as a map for your next improvisation session—visualizing the notes on the staff helps with keyboard visualization.

Composer and Editor Introduction :

• Author - Wesley Schaum : A prolific educator and composer dedicated to the "Schaum Method" of piano instruction. Wesley Schaum has continued the legacy of the Schaum family by creating materials that prioritize student engagement and logical progression. His works are known for breaking down complex musical concepts into bite-sized, achievable goals for young musicians.

Contents :

• Foundations of Improvisation
• Understanding Root Position and Inversions
• Standard Chord Symbols and Their Applications
• Accompaniment Patterns for Folk Songs and Hymns
• Keyboard Harmony Exercises and Ear Training
• Workbook-style Writing Assignments

Book Details :

• Author : Wesley Schaum
• Publisher : Schaum Publications
• Series : Educational Piano
• Piano Level : Late Elementary (Upper Elementary)
• Product Type : Softcover (Workbook)
• Inventory No. : HL00645099
• ISBN : 9781936098552
• UPC : 008148001415
• Publisher Code : 0141
• Page Count : 32
• Size : 9.0 x 12.0 inches

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衛斯理·蕭姆 : 簡易鍵盤和聲 第一冊

進階初級程度 - 鋼琴教學系列書

簡介 :

（鋼琴教學）。這本由 Schaum Publications 出版的 32 頁教材，透過簡單的解釋與範例，讓即興創作的學習變得既有趣又容易上手。《簡易鍵盤和聲 第一冊》專為 進階初級 (Late Elementary) 程度的學生設計，藉由提供創作與音樂表達的靈感，激發學生的創造力。本書透過針對性的鍵盤練習來培養 和弦靈活度與聽力訓練。學生將學習如何根據標準和弦符號即興編配伴奏，掌握原位與轉位和弦，並透過作業簿形式的書寫練習來鞏固所學知識。

產品特點 :

• 即興導向 : 教導學生如何利用簡單的和聲概念創作出屬於自己的音樂。
• 和弦掌握 : 訓練學生彈奏並識別原位和弦與轉位和弦。
• 作業簿格式 : 包含專門的書寫頁面，讓學生透過練習書寫音符與伴奏音型來強化學習。
• 熟悉曲目 : 採用家喻戶曉的民謠與聖詩來示範各種伴奏風格。
• 聽力發展 : 將聽覺訓練與實際的鍵盤肌肉練習緊密結合。

演奏提示 :

• 在練習 和弦轉位 時，保持手部放鬆；音型間流暢的轉換是讓伴奏聽起來具專業感的關鍵。
• 嘗試在彈奏即興和弦音型的同時 哼唱民謠旋律，這能加強耳朵與手指之間的連結。
• Tip : 別只把 書寫練習頁 當成作業，將其視為下一次即興練習的藍圖——在五線譜上將音符視覺化，有助於提升在鍵盤上的反應速度。

作者介紹 :

• 作者 - 衛斯理·蕭姆 (Wesley Schaum) : 蕭姆鋼琴教學法的傳承者與多產教育家。衛斯理·蕭姆致力於延續蕭姆家族的傳統，創作出能優先考慮學生參與感且邏輯嚴密的教材。他的作品以「將複雜的音樂概念拆解為易於達成的小目標」而聞名。

收錄內容 :

• 即興創作基礎
• 理解原位和弦與轉位
• 標準和弦符號及其應用
• 民謠與聖詩的伴奏音型
• 鍵盤和聲練習與聽覺訓練
• 作業簿形式書寫練習

書籍詳細資料 :

• 作者 : Wesley Schaum
• 出版社 : Schaum Publications
• 系列 : 鋼琴教學系列書
• 程度 : 進階初級 (Late Elementary)
• 產品類別 : 軟精裝 (作業簿形式)
• 商品編號 : HL00645099
• ISBN : 9781936098552
• UPC : 008148001415
• 出版社代碼 : 0141
• 頁數 : 32
• 尺寸 : 9.0 x 12.0 英吋

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