This book is for kids or adults who are absolute beginners in music. We tried to write it as simply as possible. We use an “easy-to-play” visual aid so any beginner can play music quickly. No previous knowledge is necessary. Every song has a large and simple letter-coded visual, along with traditional sheet music. The instruction is designed so that children begin with simple circles and gradually advance to reading notes using sheet music. We try to make this transition as easy as a game, where children advance to higher levels themselves. There are 22 songs and 2 options to help children begin to play right away. PLAYING BY LETTER CIRCLE PLAY WITH THE MUSICAL STAFF The player can first follow the circles and then repeat with the classic note symbols and staff. The helpful letters are always above the notes. There are 3 parts in this book. They are equal to 3 levels. Level 1. Songs that are played in one octave. All songs here appear twice: once written with circles and the next time with classic music notes. This will help kids remember the staff notes. Level 2 In this part, you will find one version with both circles and notes and a more advanced version of the song with notes and musical notation. For example: Hot Cross Buns - Version 1 - CIRCLES Hot Cross Buns - Version 1 - NOTES Hot Cross Buns - Version 2 - NOTES (Here, the player will play songs in a different key and learn how to transpose.) Generally, the version of the song written with sheet music is a little bit more complex than a letter-coded version. Such versions already have music notations such as rests or beams, etc. You can find an illustrated explanation of the notation at the beginning of this book. Level 3 Here, the first two songs are versions of the same melody (different combinations of notes) written with circles and notes. This is important so that the beginner can see how the same melody can be played in different keys. First of all, this book is addressed to newcomers to the recorder instrument. Also, it is a perfect self-training guide for children and beginner adults to mastering the challenges of flute or recorder.

"Aimed at complete beginners, children can easily follow the clear and simple diagrams and photos to learn their first notes, play fun tunes and gain confidence playing their first recorder! This great beginner's book also provides a great introduction to reading and playing music, includes a fun pull-out Wall Chart to help with practice, and will have kids playing their first tunes in no time." --P. [4] of cover.

A great introduction to the fundamentals of Recorder playing and understanding music. All examples sound great and are fun to play. Covers a variety of styles including Classical, Jazz, Blues, Pop and Rock in four major and three minor keys. Includes an interactive CD & DVD.

A great introduction to the fundamentals of Recorder playing and understanding music. All examples sound great and are fun to play. Covers a variety of styles including Classical, Jazz, Blues, Pop and Rock in four major keys and three minor keys.

This book is for kids or adults who are absolute beginners in music. We tried to write it as simply as possible. We use an "easy-to-play" visual aid so any beginner can play music quickly. No previous knowledge is necessary. Every song has a large and simple letter-coded visual, along with traditional sheet music. The instruction is designed so that children begin with simple circles and gradually advance to reading notes using sheet music. We try to make this transition as easy as a game, where children advance to higher levels themselves. There are 22 songs and 2 options to help children begin to play right away. PLAYING BY LETTER CIRCLE PLAY WITH THE MUSICAL STAFF The player can first follow the circles and then repeat with the classic note symbols and staff. The helpful letters are always above the notes. There are 3 parts in this book. They are equal to 3 levels. Level 1. Songs that are played in one octave. All songs here appear twice: once written with circles and the next time with classic music notes. This will help kids remember the staff notes. Level 2 In this part, you will find one version with both circles and notes and a more advanced version of the song with notes and musical notation. For example: Hot Cross Buns - Version 1 - CIRCLES Hot Cross Buns - Version 1 - NOTES Hot Cross Buns - Version 2 - NOTES (Here, the player will play songs in a different key and learn how to transpose.) Generally, the version of the song written with sheet music is a little bit more complex than a letter-coded version. Such versions already have music notations such as rests or beams, etc. You can find an illustrated explanation of the notation at the beginning of this book. Level 3 Here, the first two songs are versions of the same melody (different combinations of notes) written with circles and notes. This is important so that the beginner can see how the same melody can be played in different keys. First of all, this book is addressed to newcomers to the recorder instrument.Also, it is a perfect self-training guide for children and beginner adults to mastering the challenges of flute or recorder.

Teach yourself how to play recorder with our easy recorder lessons for beginners. ***Comes with online access to free recorder videos and audio for all examples. See and hear how each one is played by a teacher, then play along with the backing band. Also includes music score and recorder animation for easy music learning.*** "Excellent material! I have used this book with beginners from 5 years to 15! Highly recommended!" - R. Martins, Norman OK Progressive Beginner Recorder contains all you need to know to start learning to be a great recorder player - in one easy-to-follow, lesson-by-lesson recorder tutorial. Suitable for all ages and all brands of recorders. No prior knowledge of how to read music or playing the recorder is required to teach yourself to learn to play recorder from this book. Teach yourself: • How to play recorder • How to play the recorder notes and recorder scales in four major keys and three minor keys • All the fundamental breathing techniques of recorder playing • How to read music notes for recorder • How to read recorder rhythms required for beginner recorder songs • Practical recorder theory for learning how to read recorder music for beginners • Recorder tips and recorder tricks that every player should know when learning recorder • Shortcuts for how to learn the recorder fast by getting the most from recorder practice sessions Contains everything you need to know to learn to play the recorder today. Features include: • Progressive step-by-step easy beginners recorder lessons written by a professional recorder teacher • Easy-to-read recorder fingerings and recorder music • Full color photos and diagrams • Recorder finger chart • 90 recorder exercises and popular easy recorder songs for beginners in classical recorder, jazz recorder, blues recorder, rock recorder, traditional and folk recorder styles (includes recorder notes for Jingle Bells and Ode to Joy recorder style) Beginner recorder lessons have never been this easy for anyone who wants to learn how to play the recorder, fast. LearnToPlayMusic.com's recorder lessons for beginners are used by students and recorder teachers worldwide to learn how to play recorder. For over 30 years, our team of professional authors, composers and musicians have crafted recorder lesson books that are a cut above the rest. We offer a huge selection of music instruction books that cover many different instruments and styles in print, eBook and app formats. Awarded the 'Quality Excellence Design' (QED) seal of approval for eBook innovation, LearnToPlayMusic.com continues to set the standard for quality music education resources.

Levels 1 and 2 for beginning recorder. Includes beginning music theory and more than 120 folk, pop, and original songs and exercises.

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