piano

Music

• The Seventh-grade child learned to read basic sheet music and understand musical notation, including note values and time signatures.
• They developed finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination through practice and exercises.
• They learned to listen critically to their own playing and to identify and correct mistakes in their performance.
• They learned to understand and apply musical dynamics to express emotion and feeling in their playing.

Encourage the child to explore different genres of music on the piano and to try composing their own music. They can also experiment with playing in a group setting, either with a teacher or friends, to develop ensemble skills. Encourage them to seek out live performances to inspire and inform their own piano playing.

Book Recommendations

• Piano for Kids: Ages 5-9 by Damon Ferrante: A beginner-friendly book that introduces kids to the piano, covering basic concepts and simple songs.
• The Usborne Internet-Linked First Book of the Piano by Philip Hawthorn: An interactive book that teaches children how to play the piano, including basic music theory and piano notation.
• How to Play the Piano by James Rhodes: A captivating and accessible guide for young readers to learn the piano with enthusiasm and fun.