Detail 01
Course A, the first book
Starts at the beginning: note reading, hand position, basic rhythm. Later letters continue the sequence.
Product detailSKU #1281045523353
AlfredJohn W. Schaum Piano Course A The Red Book A The Red Book
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Beginner piano method book, first level of the Schaum course. For a new student starting lessons or self-teaching from zero.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Absolute beginners learning to read music on piano
- Students working with a teacher through a graded course
- Adults restarting piano who want a structured path
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who already read notation fluently
- Anyone wanting chord charts or pop songs
- Keyboard players looking for technique or theory reference
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
Schaum method
Graded lesson book that moves one concept at a time, so pieces stay playable as skills build.
Detail 03
Print book
Paper score you set on the music desk. No app, audio, or video component.
Detail 04
Under $10
Cheap enough to buy the whole course level by level rather than committing up front.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No audio or backing tracks included, just the printed music
- 02Later course books sold separately as you progress
- 03Needs a piano or keyboard with enough keys for two-hand pieces
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this good for a complete beginner?
Yes. Course A is the entry point of the Schaum series and assumes no prior reading ability.
02What age is this for?
The Schaum course is a general beginner method. It works for children in lessons and for adult beginners alike.
03Does it come with a CD or downloads?
No. This is the printed book only.
04What comes after this book?
The course continues through further lettered books, each sold separately.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Red
