Alfred's Basic Piano Library - Lesson Book, Level 3
Alfred's Basic Piano Library Lesson Book 3 is an easy step-by-step method that emphasizes correct playing habits and note reading through interval recognition. This level introduces overlapping pedal technique, new time signatures, and primary triads in major and minor keys, making it ideal for students ready to advance their technical range.
Product Overview
Lesson Book 3 introduces "overlapping pedal" technique, new time signatures of 3/8 and 6/8, and primary triads in major and minor keys, expanding students' rhythmic and harmonic vocabulary. Additional concepts include passing one finger under two and one under three, playing major scales in contrary motion, the chromatic scale, and the minor scale, giving students a broader technical foundation. Supplementary material is carefully coordinated page-for-page with the Lesson Book at each level, with Level 3 supplements spanning Classic Themes, Composition, Duet, Ear Training, Ensemble, Fun, Hymn, Notespeller, Recital, Sight Reading, Technic, Theory, and more. Repertoire includes a wide variety of songs such as "Scarborough Fair," "Go Down, Moses," "Greensleeves," "Casey Jones," and "On Top of Old Smoky," among many others.
Ideal For
- Piano students continuing from Alfred's Basic Piano Library Lesson Book 2
- Teachers seeking a step-by-step method with extensive coordinated supplements
- Students ready to learn overlapping pedal technique and new time signatures
- Learners ready to study major and minor scales, including contrary motion and chromatic scales
Key Features
Step-by-Step Method
An easy, sequential approach emphasizes correct playing habits as students continue developing their skills.
Overlapping Pedal Technique
Introduces overlapping pedal, a more advanced pedaling technique that supports smoother musical phrasing.
New Time Signatures
Introduces 3/8 and 6/8 time signatures, expanding students' rhythmic reading skills.
Primary Triads in Major and Minor Keys
Builds harmonic understanding through primary triads across major and minor keys.
Expanded Scale and Finger Technique
Covers passing one finger under two and one under three, major scales in contrary motion, the chromatic scale, and the minor scale.
Extensive Coordinated Supplements
A wide range of supplementary books is coordinated page-for-page with the Lesson Book, covering everything from ear training to theory to recital repertoire.
BP B4.6C
