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Piano Star Skills Builder develops musicianship skills for young pianists who are working towards Initial Grade level and beyond. It provides a firm foundation in scales, aural, and sight-reading skills, building essential techniques progressively. The varied material includes fun pieces to play, songs to sing, written and listening activities, composition games, and much more. Based on decades of proven teaching strategies, with all content tried out on – and approved! – by children, Piano Star Skills Builder will grow young pianists’ confidence and skill around all areas of musicianship, providing them with the underpinnings they need to succeed at ABRSM Initial Grade Piano and beyond, and develop their musical journey for many years to come.

Key features: • 10 units, each covering musical activities around scales, aural, and music reading • A comprehensive scheme of study, creatively presented in an engaging and fun way • Varied musical content, including new and familiar tunes to play, duets for pupil and teacher, and songs to fire the imagination • Works towards, at, and beyond the requirements of ABRSM Initial Grade Piano • Brought to life with colour illustrations.