Which piano book did u study from?

[chimiik]

Hi, I am beginner on piano and want to study in order to get every year one grade abrsm, I have teacher who is teaching me every time he gives me new papers new lessons, but I would like to have piano book which is the best thing to learn for grades. Which piano books did you learn from? Does it exist something like piano book for grade 1, piano book for grade 2 etc. until grade 8?! Cant find anything like this on internet....big thank you for your opinion. Could u please write which book s did you use from grade to grade?

[gyzzzmo]

There isnt really 'the best book to learn from'. What is best depends on the qualities and the willingness of the students. The more quality-time you spend on the piano the better.
Maybe you should forget about grades abit, and just try your best. Study some sonatines and use easier Czerny etudes to get up your technique. That should be a good starter.

Gyzzz

[quantum]

I think it would be more beneficial for you to search out pieces at your level which you would like to play.  

There are many different grading schemes, and even more method and grade books.  For the most part pieces and technical elements graded in one series are usually not equivalent to the same grade in other series of books.  Added to that a student's personal journey of musical growth usually does not exactly fit with any particular system.  You will find some things easier and some things harder.  

Best thing for you now is to follow the lead of your teacher.  If you are curious about additional material go search for music you like.  If it is a particular technique you would like to acquire, tell your teacher and he could suggest pieces containing that technique for you.  Same if your are inquisitive about playing particular styles of music.  Ask your teacher if anything is available at your level.  

Could u please write which book s did you use from grade to grade?

 

I was brought up in the RCM system, but did not like the repertoire choices in their books.  I spent a lot of time with Chopin Etudes, Beethoven Sonatas, and Bach Inventions.  These are repertoire books which I felt gave me much benefit. 

[redstar]

I don't study by the book... I just look for notes here and there and then start learning.

[simon_h]

As a teacher I've used a lot of tutor books for beginners of all ages, such as the John Thompson series (which is still very good for the little ones!).

I tried a numbers of books for adults but found 'The Complete Piano Course' to be the best so far.  It's ideal as it moves at a steady pace and doesn't include so many distracting pictures etc.

www.thecompletepianocourse.co.uk

All the best,
Simon