Piano and Keyboard All-in-One For Dummies
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The go-to reference for aspiring pianists and keyboard players

Piano & Keyboard All-in-One For Dummies makes it easier and more fun than ever to make music! If you don't know how to read music, this book explains in friendly, uncomplicated language all the basics of music theory, and applies it to playing the piano and keyboard. And if you've been playing for awhile—or took lessons when you were a child but haven't played since—you can pick up some valuable tips to improve your playing, or use the book as a refresher course.

This indispensible resource combines the best of For Dummies books, including Piano For Dummies, Keyboard For Dummies, Music Theory For Dummies, and Piano Exercises For Dummies to get you up and running in no time. The handy reference helps you to master the traditional black-and-white keys and gives you an understanding of the possibilities that unfold when those black-and-whites are connected to state-of-the-art music technology.

  • Discover the secrets for becoming a master on the piano and keyboard
  • Improve your skills with a wealth of easy-to-apply piano exercises
  • Tap into your creativity and get the lowdown on composing an original song
  • Find out how to use keyboards anywhere using external speakers, amps, home stereos, computers, and tablets
  • Dive right in! This comprehensive book offers the most complete learning experience for aspiring pianists, keyboard enthusiasts, and students of music.

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    This indispensible resource combines the best of For Dummies books, including Piano For Dummies, Keyboard For Dummies, Music Theory For Dummies, and Piano Exercises For Dummies to get you up and running in no time. The handy reference helps you to master the traditional black-and-white keys and gives you an understanding of the possibilities that unfold when those black-and-whites are connected to state-of-the-art music technology.

  • Discover the secrets for becoming a master on the piano and keyboard
  • Improve your skills with a wealth of easy-to-apply piano exercises
  • Tap into your creativity and get the lowdown on composing an original song
  • Find out how to use keyboards anywhere using external speakers, amps, home stereos, computers, and tablets
  • Dive right in! This comprehensive book offers the most complete learning experience for aspiring pianists, keyboard enthusiasts, and students of music.

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    Introduction 1

    Book I: Piano & Keyboard 101 5

    Chapter 1: Warming Up to the Piano and Keyboard 7

    Chapter 2: Looking at the Different Keyboard Options 21

    Chapter 3: Choosing and Buying Your Keyboard 41

    Chapter 4: The Setup and Care of Your Instrument 63

    Chapter 5: Getting Comfy at the Keyboard 81

    Book II: Understanding Theory and the Language of Music 97

    Chapter 1: Looking at Notes and Beats 99

    Chapter 2: Stopping for a Rest 109

    Chapter 3: Tempo, Measures, and Time Signatures 115

    Chapter 4: Navigating Sheet Music 125

    Chapter 5: Varying Beats and Rhythms 137

    Book III: Beginning to Play 153

    Chapter 1: Playing a Melody 155

    Chapter 2: Working with Scales 171

    Chapter 3: Adding the Left Hand 187

    Chapter 4: Examining Form: Melody, Harmony, and Song Form 209

    Chapter 5: Keys, Key Signatures, and the Circle of Fifths 235

    Chapter 6: Building Chords to Accompany Melodies 257

    Book IV: Refining Your Technique and Exploring Styles 281

    Chapter 1: Adding Effects and Flair to Your Piano Playing 283

    Chapter 2: Getting into the Groove 305

    Chapter 3: Going Classical 325

    Chapter 4: Perusing Popular Genres and Forms 337

    Book V: Exercises: Practice, Practice, Practice 357

    Chapter 1: Developing Hand Technique 359

    Chapter 2: Extending Your Scales 387

    Chapter 3: Improving Finger Coordination and Footwork 409

    Chapter 4: Jumping Across the Keyboard 429

    Chapter 5: Exercising with Arpeggios and Alternating Hands 443

    Chapter 6: Stepping Up to Octaves and Chord Progressions 463

    Book VI: Exploring Electronic Keyboard Technology 479

    Chapter 1: Choosing Sounds and Effects 481

    Chapter 2: Adding Accompaniment, Rhythm Patterns, and Arpeggiation 499

    Chapter 3: Recording and Editing Your Sounds 525

    Chapter 4: Using Onboard Learning Systems 551

    Chapter 5: Playing Along with Recordings and Using Music Software 565

    Appendix: Accessing the Audio Tracks 593

    Index 601

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