This updated and revised edition of the best-selling Piano For Dummies covers
the playing of this instrument from introductory
lessons to the playing of popular musical pieces and songs. The included CD
provides readers with an audio example for all of the pieces presented in the
text.
• According to the 2008 Music Industry Census, piano sales totaled US$545
million in 2007. That same year, 62,536 new pianos were sold globally.
• The piano earned the title of King of Instruments for a number of reasons
including it's tonal range, it's ability to produce melody and accompaniment at
the same time, and it's
broad dynamic range.
• Because of the range of a typical piano, many music education and music theory
courses require an introductory piano class.
• Piano For Dummies, 2nd Edition serves as a resource for readers who are just…
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