Detail 01
Keyboard book, not a method book series volume
It's repertoire to play, not a graded course. You supply the technique; the book supplies the songs.
Product detailSKU #1274034470852
Hal LeonardBilly Joel - The Keyboard Book
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Piano/keyboard songbook of Billy Joel material in standard notation. For players who already read music and want his parts on the page.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Pianists who read notation and want Billy Joel arrangements
- Keyboard students working through pop repertoire
- Gigging players learning covers from written parts
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Beginners who don't read standard notation yet
- Players who prefer chord charts or lead sheets only
- Anyone wanting audio backing tracks or video lessons
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
Print book
No screen glare on the music desk, no battery, but no transposition or tempo control either.
Detail 03
Hal Leonard imprint
Licensed arrangements printed to a consistent engraving standard, so the layout and page turns follow familiar conventions.
Detail 04
$24.99 price point
Songbook tier rather than boxed collection, so expect a single volume rather than a complete-works set.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No instrument included. You need a piano or keyboard to use it.
- 02Difficulty varies by song. Some Joel parts are demanding for early players.
- 03Sheet music is typically non-returnable once opened at most retailers.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Do I need to read music for this?
Yes. It's written in standard notation for keyboard, so you'll need to read both treble and bass clef to work through it.
02Is this for piano or synth?
It's written for keyboard, so any 88-key piano, digital piano, or keyboard works. The parts are notated, not tied to specific synth sounds.
03Does it come with audio?
It's a print book. Plan on using it as written music alongside the original recordings if you want a reference.
04Is this good for a beginner?
Only if you already read notation. Someone starting from zero should work through a method book first, then come back to this.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- The Keyboard Book
