Congratulations on your decision to play the piano!

Before you get started with this week's lesson, let's learn your finger numbers. Knowing these numbers will help you understand the suggested fingerings on your music, making every song easier to play. Grab a piece of paper and a pencil, trace both of your hands, and number the fingers: Thumb (1), Index Finger (2), Middle Finger (3), Ring Finger (4), and Pinky (5).

During the lessons, the teacher will ask you to say your note names as you play and repeat rhythmic phrases. Making a habit of this will help you learn note names faster and play every rhythm correctly.

How to Make the Most of Your Practice Time

1) Pause to Practice - Pause the lesson after each example. Practice what was demonstrated until you've played it three times perfectly.

2) Count Out Loud - Say the rhythmic phrases out loud as you play. Students who follow this advice play rhythms correctly and progress much faster.

3) Practice with Your Teacher - Stick with each piece for at least one week so you learn it well. Practice with your teacher daily so you learn the notes and rhythms correctly.

4) Learn the Lessons in Order - Learn each lesson in order so every step is fun and rewarding. Younger students (ages 5-6) usually do best with one piece per week. Older students (ages 7-8) may enjoy the challenge of a second piece.

The MMF All-in-One Piano Primer is your piano book for this level. Print it and let's get started!

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MMF All-in-One Piano Primer

Track Your Progress

Remember to check the "Completed" box once you can play the piece confidently. It doesn't need to be perfect! As long as you're playing most of the notes correctly and keeping a steady beat, you're ready for the next challenge.

Meet the Teacher

Andy Fling, teacher of award-winning students and founder of MakingMusicFun.net

Primer

Introduction and Middle C Warm-Up

Middle C and D Warm-Up

Week 1

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