Detail 01
Level 1A
The earliest level in the series — small hand positions, limited note range, simple rhythms.
Product detailSKU #1288217329590
AlfredAlfred's Basic Piano Course Hymn Book 1A
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Hymn arrangements at the earliest level of Alfred's Basic Piano Course. For beginning students who want familiar church music while learning to read.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Level 1A students wanting recognizable tunes to practice
- Church pianists starting from scratch
- Teachers adding hymns to a young student's lesson
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players past the first level — the writing will be too simple
- Anyone wanting full four-part hymnal arrangements
- Students not following Alfred's Basic Piano Course
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Supplementary book
Designed to sit alongside the Lesson Book at the same level, not replace it.
Detail 03
Hymn arrangements
Melodies are simplified to fit a beginner's reach, so they won't match a hymnal's harmony.
Detail 04
$9.99
Low enough to add to a lesson book purchase without much thought.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Book only — no audio, CD or online access included
- 02Pairs with the Level 1A Lesson Book, sold separately
- 03Arrangements are simplified; expect melody and basic accompaniment, not hymnal voicings
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What level is 1A?
The starting level of Alfred's Basic Piano Course. It assumes no prior playing and stays in a small range of notes with basic rhythms.
02Can I use this on its own?
You can, but it's built as a supplement. Without the matching Lesson Book you get pieces to play with no reading instruction behind them.
03Will these sound like the hymns at church?
The melodies are recognizable, but arrangements are simplified for beginner hands. The full harmony from a hymnal isn't there at this level.
04Is this for kids or adults?
The level suits either. It's an early-beginner book, so an adult starting piano and a young student both fit the difficulty.
Reference
Full specifications
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1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Red
