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by Norman Monath (Author) "It would be helpful for you to know something about the construction of the piano keyboard, so I am going to assume you are seated..." (more)
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  • Paperback: 141 pages
  • Publisher: Simon & Schuster (1 Nov 1984)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0671530674
  • ISBN-13: 978-0671530679
  • Product Dimensions: 27.2 x 21.3 x 1.3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
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Sammy CahnPresident, Songwriter's Hall of FameI have "High Hopes" this book can teach you to play -- "All the way" -- and you know you can't "Call Me Irresponsible."

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"Anyone who can dial a telephone can learn to play popular piano quickly and easily." So says Norman Monath, author of How to Play Popular Piano in 10 Easy Lessons. His no-frills, no-drills method will have you playing simple tunes within 30 minutes -- even if you don't know one note from another. The secret? Learning the basic chords and how to adapt them. With lots of clearly illustrated chord examples, keyboard diagrams and practice pieces ranging from "Silent Night" to "Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head," Monath teaches you: * the basic structure of music * how to alter the basic chords for creative accompaniment * how to read tunes from sheet music * how to improvise * how to play by ear * how to create your own playing style -- whether you lean toward pop, blues, jazz or rock For everyone from rank beginner to experienced virtuoso, this step-by-step, uncomplicated guidebook makes learning to play popular piano the easy and enjoyable experience it should be.
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73 of 74 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book for beginners, 4 Aug 1998
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For the beginner, this book is excellent. I have looked at many piano books when I first began playing, and most of them were usually too complicated, or too simplistic. This book, however, was one that fell right in the middle and helped me understand all kinds of important ideas in music, such as harmony and melody, building chords and scales (and understanding HOW), reading music, how to understand progressions, and how to play by ear and improvise. It is certainly geared toward getting you "up and playing" in the simplest, fastest way, at a moderate pace, with a good depth of information that does not get overwhelming. Because of this, this book is probably suited much more for the person who has no music experience and wants to learn the basics of how to play out of fake books and begin improvising. It is probably not good for those who want in-depth and more advanced theory of music, but it is an excellent book to use as a stepping stone toward more adva! nced piano study. This is a must have book for any beginnger.
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3.0 out of 5 stars A step in the right direction, 9 Feb 2003
I started the book already having a small amount of knowledge of the piano and music. I wanted to take up the piano seriously with no human instruction, therefore I bought this to see what playing the piano properly was like. It starts off very basic, explaining everthing as it is, with a small amount of justification. It then progresses into melodies and accompanying them with simplistic chords. As you go further, you learn about the sharp keys, sharp chords etc. It's easy, but it's not simple. The book generates the idea of ANYONE being able to play, but you have to have knowledge of the songs and have to be competent with the keys. It moves very quick therefore you have to literally MASTER a chapter before moving on to the next one, and this means being able to play every tune perfectly without the music, otherwise you struggle. Overall though it's a step in the right direction and the easiest piano book you'll ever find, so if you're taking up the instrument and don't know what book to buy, this is the one.
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41 of 42 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars For aspiring pianist? No -- piano players, yes!, 4 Feb 1998
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Norman Monath's book is the most practical music self-instruction book, for intelligent adults, that I've ever seen. It is clearly geared for folks who want to do what the title says, play popular piano, versus becoming serious pianists. You won't learn much about treble clef, finger position, or proper technique here. But you also won't spend months repeating "Tommy the Turtle" and "Camptown Races" (or more likely give up the whole thing in discouragement). The basic idea is to learn how chords work (it's not as complicated as I thought!), and then start playing in a simple but effective style: melody with the right hand, block chords with the left. At age 44, I could read music but not play piano. Within days, literally, of reading Monath's book, I had bought a fake book and begun using it. This is not an overnight system that will turn you into a professional pianist -- but it is a legitimate alternative. I like it!
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1.0 out of 5 stars not worth your time: manyworded, outdated, weak
I was expecting something after reading the title. So unfortunately, the title is far too ambitious. The author is just a formalist and probably not a bright player at all. Read more
Published 1 month ago by vkomenda

4.0 out of 5 stars Great
At 58 years of age I am self learning the keyboard. This book is one of 3 I bought and the lessons are easy and clear to follow. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mr. Charles Mckinley

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for born again piano players
I am really enjoying working with this book, it is giving me a greater insight into the mechanics of music than I gleaned from formal piano lessons as a child. Read more
Published 6 months ago by V. Martin

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant!
I have been playing the piano for several years on and off but only know the basics. I brought this book hoping to improve after getting to know the piano better and it has really... Read more
Published 6 months ago by K. L. Winyard

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
First class for any beginner. Shows you notes, chords and scale structures and best of all, learns you to read music too!
Published 7 months ago by Graham Henderson

1.0 out of 5 stars Not for proper piano playing
If you want to tap out a tune on the piano then this book is fine but not if you would like to actually be able to play the piano. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Ms. E. Oakey

4.0 out of 5 stars A really outstanding book
This is a well written book. I love playing my piano and this book has really shown me how to do it with ease.
Published 14 months ago by Kate Adie

4.0 out of 5 stars Good book but one small request to the publisher/author
This book is very good for the person who knows the songs. Now I am a foreign student who wants to learn to play the piano/keyboard, because of interest in Western music. Read more
Published on 28 Aug 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, concise course on how to play the piano
It's one of the few books that delivers what it promises. In 10 really easy lessons you can be playing the piano with confidence. Read more
Published on 16 May 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars The title says it all
Mr. Monath's book is by far the best I've seen. While other books fail to live up to the promise of their titles, this one does in fact teach you to play. Read more
Published on 2 Mar 1999

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