John Thompson Modern Course for the Piano, Bk 3

by John Thompson and John Thompson

Book Overview

(Willis). Continuing the legendary Modern Course series, John Thompson's Modern Course for Piano Third Grade elevates students from technique to true musical interpretation. Building from the foundation of the Second Grade book, this book empowers students to interpret music with individuality, moving beyond imitation to authentic expression. With thoughtfully curated pieces, including works from La Cucaracha to Beethoven's Septet, students explore...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0877180075
• ISBN13: 9780877180074
• Release Date: July 2005
• Publisher: Alfred Music
• Length: 90 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.9" x 11.8"

Customer Reviews

Still the best after all these years

My aunt used the Thompson books, I used the Thompson books, my grandmother [a piano teacher] used the Thompson books. I, a piano teacher, use Thompson books. WHY? They advance appropriately, one doesn't have to buy a zillion other books to go with them [and constantly be running to the music store to buy supplemental books---see Faber and Faber, for example; and Faber is a very good, modern series. But Costly Costly Costly to get all the parts.] Thompson has it all in one place. It doesn't have a ton of theory, though, and a wise teacher will supplement Thompson for that. Not only are the pieces interesting and challenging, they can be colored! Yes! We all know how many music students tend to be artistic, so you've got even happier students! I have to say, though, that if you're looking for something with a slower and [sorry to say] "dumbed down" approach, Thompson is NOT for you. It does work well for adults, but the Faber adult books are more specific to adult learners, and I prefer them for that student population. Long Live John Thompson Books!

A great start for the piano.

I'm 13 years old and I finshed this book about 1 year ago. I thought it was a great start for people that are just learning to play the piano with both hands. I didn't start off with this book when I started lessons, instead I started with a book that taught you note values and note names and other basics.(Which are very important for learning piano.) Before you buy this book, try learning about piano fundementals. This book doesn't make piano easy, but it makes it easier to understand and fun. I'm now going onto the third grade book soon and I think that these books are great.

One of the best elementary /intermediate book

I used this book as a student and still use it for teaching. Pieces are nice and students are challenged to think musically. It moves quicker than some other method books; it covers materials from elementary to early intermediate. Upon completion of the first grade book students can play standard repertoire in the early intermediate level. Students must have completed early elementary level before using this book because this book starts with playing two hands in C position. Emphasize phrasing from the first piece. Highly recommended.

This book is serious business

I went to various piano teachers through the years and gave up on the piano each time. Just because a pianist can play does not mean that he or she can teach effectively. Purly by chance, my final piano teacher taught me by the John Thompson books and now, I am a pianist myself. This book is serious business. Parents should make sure that their kids are taught by the John Thompson book series.

Excellent Beginners Piano Book

The John Thompson series is wonderful! It has been around for decades and it is easy to use either for self study or with a piano teacher. A lot of details are covered. Highly recommended!