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Book 1
The entry point of a multi-book sequence. Expect later books to continue the same approach and notation style.
Product detailSKU #1275425410015
Hal LeonardStep By Step Bk 1 Piano Course
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
First book in a beginner piano course. For a young student starting lessons or a parent setting up practice at home.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Young beginners taking weekly piano lessons
- Parents wanting a structured home practice book
- Teachers needing a low-cost starter book for new students
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Adults who want a faster-paced adult method
- Players who already read music and want repertoire
- Anyone learning by ear or chords rather than notation
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.
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Course, not a collection
Concepts are introduced in a fixed order and build on each other. Skipping around breaks the sequence.
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Piano-specific
Two-hand staff reading from the start. Written for a keyboard layout, not guitar or voice.
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Print book
Lies flat on a piano music desk. Nothing to charge, and a student can write fingerings in pencil.
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Under $10
Low enough cost that buying it before committing to lessons is not a real risk.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Book only — no instrument, bench, or audio accompaniment included
- 02You need a piano or weighted keyboard with enough keys to cover both hands
- 03Ask the teacher first; many run a specific course they will not deviate from
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What age is this for?
It is written for young beginners in a lesson setting. Adults starting from zero can use it but usually prefer a faster adult-oriented method.
02Do I need a teacher?
It works best alongside lessons. A teacher catches hand position and posture problems the book cannot see.
03Is there a Book 2?
This is Book 1 of a course, so the sequence continues in later books. Finish this one before moving up.
04Can I use a 61-key keyboard?
Early material stays near middle C, so a smaller keyboard gets you started. You will want 88 weighted keys as the hands spread out.
