Children's piano introductory book is: john thomson's simple piano course.

First, the introduction of teaching materials

The simple piano course in john thomson is the most widely used piano enlightenment textbook in the market. It is a book 1999 published by Shanghai Music Publishing House in June. The author is Thompson (USA). Short for "Little Thomson" and "Little Soup". Little Thomson is divided into eight volumes, and now the new edition is condensed into five volumes.

Advantages of teaching materials: A set of famous piano teaching materials provides the simplest and most labor-saving method to learn the piano. Children will soon be able to touch the staff, and the teaching steps are simple and the teaching progress is fast. Repeat practice to consolidate knowledge. Disadvantages of the textbook: black and white illustrations, lack of visual association. The musicality is relatively poor and lacks interest. Going online directly requires students' logical thinking ability.

Second, the progress of teaching materials and target recommendations

Generally speaking, after learning the first or third volume of Tang Xiao, the piano teacher will jump directly to the textbook "Big Thomson" or "Bye". Children who learn faster can finish the first to third volumes of Xiaotang in a year or so.

Each textbook will be different according to the writing years and teaching emphasis. The use of teaching materials can also be combined with Bayer, Cherny and other teaching materials to supplement various musical skills. Parents should take the initiative to communicate with the piano teacher, learn more about children's musical characteristics, and choose the most suitable teaching materials for children.