Piano Level 1 is the main lesson book in the Bastien Piano Basics course, and begins with easy pieces in the C position. Level 1 pieces are arranged for simple 5-finger pattern playing in the keys of C, F, and G.
Bastien Piano Basics: Piano Level 1 method uses carefully graded, logical learning sequence assures steady, continual progress. Original music by the Bastiens includes a stimulating mixture of pop, folk, classical, and contemporary styles. Full-color illustrations throughout entertain and reinforce musical concepts along the way. Level 1 may be used with students who have completed any Primer Level method. It begins with easy pieces in the C position and presents C, F, and G 5-finger positions. Each page is carefully correlated page-by-page with Theory, Performance, and Technic. All in all, a dynamic way to introduce students to the marvelous world of music!