New Piano Basic Course. Book 4

Author: Liu Fei
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2005-07-01
Features: Learning music often cannot be separated from the piano. The reason behind this is intriguing. The piano, with a history of three hundred years since its invention, seems to represent the glorious peak of this art form. Originally reserved for noble households, it has since become a symbol of the middle class in modern times and has entered the homes of ordinary people in contemporary society. Music has become more widespread with the piano, and the piano, in turn, has become a symbol of music. Interestingly, despite its regal status, the piano is also the most loyal and kind friend in music. It is always indispensable as a gentle partner accompanying vocals, and it is often invited to join in the intimate conversations of chamber music. For any genre of music, whether symphonies or operas, and whether in major or minor keys, it is often more convenient and efficient to express its sounds and textures through the piano, a natural polyphonic instrument. As for children starting their musical journey or the elderly seeking self-entertainment, the piano is often the first musical key. Therefore, it is only natural to include piano performance as a fundamental training subject in music education. Currently, the piano teaching industry in our country is continuously developing, and the number of professional musicians and amateur enthusiasts who love and learn the piano is also on the rise. The Basic Course Teaching and Research Office of the Piano Department at the Shanghai Conservatory of Music has seized the opportunity to launch this piano textbook series. It not only responds to the current piano craze but also contributes to optimizing the writing of piano textbooks in our country and deepening the reform of piano teaching.