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ISBN-13: 978-1-59200-864-3
ISBN-10: 1-59200-864-X
Page Count: 304
$24.99 US, $33.95 CDN

Maran Illustrated™ Piano is an excellent guide for piano players of all ages and skill levels. Using clear, step-by-step instructions accompanied by over 500 full color photographs, Maran Illustrated™ Piano is perfect for any visual learner who prefers seeing what to do rather than reading lengthy explanations.
  • Two-page lessons throughout the book offer exercises you can try right away
  • Special sidebars for each lesson provide useful tips and tricks
  • Large full-color photographs illustrate how to correctly perform each exercise
  • Step-by-step instructions explain beginner to more advanced techniques


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  Maran Illustrated™ Piano is an information-packed resource for people who want to learn to play the piano, as well as current musicians looking to hone their skills. Combining full-color photographs and easy-to-follow instructions, this guide covers everything from the basics of piano playing to more advanced techniques. Not only does Maran Illustrated™ Piano show you how to read music, play scales and chords and improvise while playing with other musicians, it also provides you with helpful information for purchasing and caring for your piano. You will also learn what to look for when you buy a piano or piano accessories, how to find the best location for your piano and how to clean your piano.

**Special feature: Download MP3 files from www.maran.com/piano
to follow along with all of the examples in the book.

About the Consultant
Frank Horvat

Composer, performer and teacher, Frank Horvat began his musical studies at the age of five. He has ventured into many areas of music and has received many awards and scholarships along the way. He holds an ARCT Diploma with Honors in Piano Teaching from the Royal Conservatory of Music. He also holds a Bachelor of Music Degree, majoring in Composition at the Faculty of Music, University of Toronto. Frank maintains a private teaching studio along with being a member of the College of Examiners for the Royal Conservatory of Music. Additionally, he conducts workshops and authors articles on a variety of topics related to music education.
 

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