This resource focuses primarily on teaching piano to younger beginners. It explores the right time to start learning an instrument, teaching notation and rhythm, forming a sound technical basis, lesson structure, practice, incorporating creativity and improvisation into lessons, and responding to the individual. A holistic approach to teaching is advocated, developing musicianship and a love of music, as well as pianistic skills.

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