Piano Lessons Curriculum

Piano Curriculum & Teaching Methods for Arizona Piano Teachers

Riverton Piano Company helps piano teachers select curriculum and teaching resources for students of all ages, abilities, and learning environments. Our recommendations include methods for private piano lessons, group piano classes, piano labs, adult instruction, young beginners, and supplemental repertoire.

Because we work with private piano teachers, schools, churches, universities, and community music programs throughout Arizona, we understand that there is no single piano method that is ideal for every student or teaching situation. The right curriculum depends on the student's age, experience, goals, learning style, class format, and the teacher's instructional approach.

Explore our recommended piano methods and supplemental materials below, or contact Riverton for help developing a curriculum for your piano program.

Private Piano Lessons

Children Ages 6 and Up

Faber Piano Adventures

• Comprehensive approach, including note reading, theory, technique, ear-training and more
• Emphasis on musical expression
• Integrated creativity and improvisation
• Diverse and engaging musical repertoire
• General MIDI accompaniments and Audio Backing Tracks Available
• Piano Adventures Player App for iOS
• Flexibile method that can be adapted for group teaching

Alfred's Premier Piano Method

• More structured approach, including note reading, theory, technique, ear-training and more
• Emphasis on note-reading beyond "The C Position"
• Fast page with emphasis on rhythm studies
• Diverse and engaging musical repertoire
• General MIDI accompaniments and Audio Backing Tracks Available
• Online instant video support

Succeeding at the Piano

• Structured approach, including note reading, theory, technique, ear-training and more
• Focused on building strong sight reading skills
• Emhasizes musicianship and musical analysis
• Technique is "baked into" every lesson
• General MIDI accompaniments and Audio Backing Tracks Available

Graded Supplemetal Music for All Ages

Faber PreTime to BigTime Piano Library

• Familiar music at level from Primer to Level 4
• Huge variety of music, including classical, kids, Disney, Pop Hits, Christmas and more
• Keep students engaged and strengthen sight reading skills
• Excellent selection of "recital friendly" repertoire
• General MIDI accompaniments and Audio Backing Tracks Available
• Piano Adventures Player App for iOS

Adult Piano Students

Alfred's Basic All-in-One Adult Books 1 - 3

• Comprehensive, single-book approach for adults, including note reading, theory, technique and more
• Lessons taught with familiar songs, including folk, classical and contemporary music
• Excellent supplemental music books available at level
• Isometric hand exercises with finger strenghtening drills
• Written assignments reinforce pedagogical concepts
• General MIDI accompaniments and Audio Backing Tracks Available
• Video training available

Faber Adult Piano Adventures All-in-One Books 1 & 2

• Comprehensive, single-book approach for adults, including note reading, theory, technique and more
• Lessons taught with familiar songs, including folk, classical and contemporary music
• Emphasis on musical form and chord playing
• Excellent supplemental music books available at level
• General MIDI accompaniments and Audio Backing Tracks Available
• Piano Adventures Player App for iOS