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Piano Theory, Primer: Piano Book

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Piano Theory, Primer: Piano Book

A Programmed Text

By Mary Elizabeth Clark and David Carr Glover

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The Theory Books of the DAVID CARR GLOVER PIANO LIBRARY are written in "programed instruction" style, one of the most effective means of learning in modern education. Programed instruction is based on three generally accepted principles: 1. The material is presented in small steps called "frames." 2. The student makes an immediate written response to each frame so that his learning is constantly checked. 3. The student knows if his answer is correct. The Theory Books are written for the Preparatory Age piano student. However, the fundamentals of music are presented in a logical order making the books useful for any beginner. The Theory books are correlated to the DAVID CARR GLOVER PIANO LIBRARY, but can be used with any course on music of this level of advancement.

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Series: David Carr Glover Piano Library
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 32
ISBN10: 0-7692-3605-7
ISBN13: 978-0-7692-3605-6
UPC: 029156151381
SKU: 00-FDL00314

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About the Author: Mary Elizabeth Clark

Mary Elizabeth Clark collaborated with David Carr Glover to create a theory curriculum rooted in modern pedagogical research. Her work on the Theory Books demonstrates a clear understanding of how beginners learn music fundamentals most effectively, structuring lessons to build confidence through immediate feedback and incremental progress.

Why we love this

This theory book strips away busywork and focuses on immediate feedback, which means students actually retain what they learn instead of passively reading explanations. The programed instruction format keeps beginners engaged by breaking concepts into bite-sized frames that build logically, making it ideal for studio teachers who want theory to reinforce rather than interrupt lesson time.

Who it's for

Beginning piano students, particularly those in preparatory levels, benefit from this structured approach to music fundamentals. Private studio teachers and group piano instructors will find it useful as a standalone theory resource or as a complement to the Glover piano method.

How to use it

Assign frames between lessons as homework that students complete and bring back for quick review, or work through one or two frames at the end of each lesson when energy is highest. The 32-page length makes it manageable to complete over a full year without overwhelming a young student.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading and naming notes on treble staff
  • Understanding interval identification and construction
  • Recognizing basic rhythmic notation and time signatures
  • Identifying major and minor key signatures
  • Building foundational music literacy through self-checking practice

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