forum how long does it take to finish alfreds prep course

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Re: How long did it take to finish Alfred's Adult Course Book 1? I found the responses interesting, with a range of three months to three years. The median is about at 9 months for those that worked consistently towards the goal.

How long did it take you to finish Alfred's adult course?

Re: How long did it take to finish Alfred's Adult Course Book 1? Book 1 about 6 months. I'm at the end of book 2 but have been working at it sporadically now for I'd say 2 years.

How do I switch between Alfred's basic and prep course?

Follow the dashed lines and arrows to see where a switch between the courses can easily be made. After completing Alfred's Basic, Level 1A, a smooth switch can be made to Prep Course, Level C. After completeing Alfred's Basic, Level 1B, a smooth switch can be made to Prep Course, Level E.

How long does it take you to learn Alfred piano?

I am not a big fan of the Alfred series, but having taught it in the past, I believe it takes about 6 months to go through one level. Of course, every student is different, and the teacher should know how quickly to progress. I have worked with children who have spent several years on method books. I use Hal Leonard and, just recently, Piano Town.

How many pages are in Alfred's Adult Course Book 1?

The full name is Adult-All-In-One Course by Alfred (Palmer, Manus, Lethco). It's 160 pages with a CD. Re: How long did it take to finish Alfred's Adult Course Book 1?

Who wrote Alfred's piano course?

The uncredited music in Alfred's Premier Piano Course was written by Dennis Alexander and Martha Mier. All music by other composers/arrangers has been noted in the books next to each piece.

How many days should a child practice?

Your child should practice on a daily basis. Some teachers recommend that students have one day off each week from practice. Check with your teacher to determine the amount of practice time necessary for your child, based on the student's age, maturity and level of advancement.

What is the theory book of ABPL?

The Theory Books of ABPL are primarily written theory; the theory books of APPC are based on a comprehensive musicianship approach that includes written theory, ear training, sight-reading and creative activities (composition and improvisation). >> Back to Top.

What are intermediate levels?

The Intermediate Levels are 3, 4, 5 and 6. The intermediate levels will not have Flash Cards or an At-Home Book, however there is an Assignment Book with many of the same features as the At-Home Book, useful for students at any level. The Lesson Books are available with or without CD, and all Performance Books have CDs included with the book ...

Is Premier Piano Course available in Levels 3 through 6?

Since Premier Piano Course is a "work in progress," some products may not be available yet in Levels 3 through 6. Please check our websites and catalogs for availability, or contact our customer service staff for more information at customerservice@alfred.com or call (800) 628-1528, (Press Option 1). >> Back to Top.

Can students clap and tap the rhythm?

Students can clap or tap the rhythm as the CD plays, point to the notes on the page as the CD plays, say note names as the CD plays, or sing (or say) the words as the CD plays. Finally, when the student is secure playing the piece, he/she can play along with the practice version or performance version.

What is a Teacher's Guide?

For teachers who may be using Alfred’s Basic Prep Course Lesson Books A & B, and Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Books 1A, 1B & 2 for the first time, these Teacher’s Guides can be an invaluable resource.

Download Teacher's Guides

Teacher’s Guides are available at no cost by downloading them from this web-site. They were prepared by the authors of Alfred’s Basic Piano Library.

Prep Course Teacher's Guides

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A Piano Course For Beginners

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By Willard A. Palmer, Morton Manus, and Amanda Vick Lethco Core Books: Lesson, Theory, Recital, Technic Supplementary Instructional Books: Composition, Ear Training, Flash Cards 1A & 1B, Notespeller, Sight-Reading Supplementary Performance Books:Duet, Fun Solos, Hymn, Merry Christmas, Patriotic, Popular Hi…
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Description

  • This was the first book published in Alfred’s Basic Piano Library, and it remains the most popular. It provides a quick way to learn to read music by recognizing intervals of 2nds, 3rds, 4ths, and 5ths. As you leaf through the book, you will notice a number of attractive features, such as the clean and uncluttered pages, the clear music engraving, and the attractive art work, all designed …
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Outline of Concepts in Lesson Book 1A

  • Introduction to Playing (Pages 3–5) Students learn how to sit at the piano, how to hold their hands, and about finger numbers. They are introduced to the concept of loud and soft tones by using more or less weight on the keys. Black Keys (Pages 6–17) Black keys are used for keyboard orientation and finger number recognition, while still avoiding the association of any finger num…
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How Does The Basic Course Interact with The Prep Course?

  • After a student completes Alfred’s Basic Course, Level 1A, if the teacher feels the student would benefit from a slower approach, a smooth switch can be made to Alfred's Prep Course, Level C. 1. Find the Basic Course on the chart below, then move right toLevel 1A. 2. Follow the dashed lines and arrows to see where a switch between the courses can easily be made. 3. After completing …
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