①Course description
This course introduces fundamentals of piano technique, repertoire, and musical literacy. Music
concepts such as the major 5-finger pattern, rhythm, and melody will be explored alongside elementary
keyboard harmony. In addition, students will learn how to harmonize and transpose given melodies,
and perform ensemble repertoire with peers in class. Working at digital pianos, this course is paced for
students beginning musical studies as well as students who are active in other musical areas but new to
the keyboard
②Tentative course schedule (subject to change)
Week 1 • Introduction
• Unit 1 “Keyboard Basics”
Week 2 • Unit 1 “Keyboard Basics”
• Unit 2“Intervals and Other Keyboard Basics”
Week 3 • Unit 2 “Intervals and Other Keyboard Basics”
Week 4 • Unit 2 “Intervals and Other Keyboard Basics”
• Unit 3 “Major Five-Finger Patterns”
Week 5 • Unit 3 “Major Five-Finger Patterns”
• Unit 4 “Major Five-Finger Pattern Review”
Week 6 • Mid-Term review
• Mid-Term Exam Due (Units 1-4)
Week 7 • Unit 5 “Minor Five-Finger Patterns”
Week 8 • Unit 6 “Minor Five-Finger Pattern Review”
Week 9 • Unit 7 “Chord Qualities”
Week 10 • Unit 7 “Chord Qualities”
• Collaborative Project
Week 11 • Final Exam (Units 5-7)
③Required textbook and materials
1. E. L. Lancaster, Kenon D. Renfrow:
Alfred's Group Piano for Adults Book 1 (Second Edition)
Plastic Comb: 360 pages
Publisher: Alfred Music; Second Edition (April 1, 2008)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0739053019
ISBN-13: 978-0739053010
2. A pencil and eraser.
3. Access to a keyboard. Enrolled students can check out a keyboard for the duration of the
quarter. A keyboard lab is available to students for in-person use. Days and hours TBA.
4. Internet connected computer with a video and audio capabilities
④Course evaluation policies
• In-Person Attendance and Participation 20%
• Online Participation 20%
• Mid-Term Exam 30%
• Final Exam 30%