Playing the piano with Mom and Dad

Author: Liu Cong
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Publish Date: 2003-09-01
Features: This series of (textbooks) is designed based on the current status and popularity of amateur piano education, the principles of piano teaching, and the characteristics of children learning piano. Leveraging the unique advantage of the piano as an instrument that can be played by two people simultaneously, it is specifically tailored for beginners in piano learning, offering a parent-involvement, artful, fun, and technically-focused series of piano four-hand ensemble (textbooks). This volume has the following features and functions:
1. This is an introductory-level (textbook), suitable for those who have learned single-hand playing and legato technique. According to the technical difficulties and psychological characteristics of this learning stage, it primarily focuses on parent involvement and assistance through four-hand ensemble arrangements of children's songs. The emphasis is on addressing common rhythm issues, such as weak rhythm perception, lack of rhythm sense, unstable tempo, and the tendency to play faster as practice progresses. This helps stabilize rhythm and tempo, increases supervision, enhances interest, reduces errors and error-prone conditions, and improves practice efficiency.
2. It helps children overcome the relatively monotonous and tedious early stages of piano learning, enabling them to appreciate the charm of music with limited technical skills and to receive early artistic (influence) and exposure.
3. The pieces selected in the (textbook) are familiar and beloved children's songs by parents or children. These simple melodies are designed to facilitate parent participation in practice, helping children develop a love for the piano and music, rather than just fulfilling teacher assignments or parental expectations. This (textbook) also serves a certain family entertainment function, alleviating fatigue and tension during practice.
4. The second piano (left) is primarily designed for piano students' parents (students can also collaborate with each other, or teachers and students can play together), featuring relatively fixed hand positions and patterns. Both the second piano (left) and the main piano (right) are marked with fingerings for ease of practice and performance. The purpose is to encourage parents to actively participate in their children's piano learning and practice, shifting from a passive "supervisor" role. This not only motivates parents to engage with their children in music but also transforms the "supervisor" image and the awkward situation of "parents who only talk but don't act." By personally experiencing practice and performance, parents can fulfill their own piano dreams while providing more understanding, appropriate guidance, and care for their children.
5. It fosters collaboration among piano teachers, students, and parents, encouraging them to engage in piano teaching and practice with the goal of nurturing children. Through piano learning and practice, children can learn to learn and practice effectively, truly finding joy in learning the piano. This creates favorable conditions for effective communication among teachers, parents, and students.