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My First Piano Lessons

Fun, Easy-to-Follow Instructions for Kids

Author Emily Norris
Illustrated by Malgorzata Detner
Ebook
Zeitgeist | Z Kids
On sale Jun 27, 2023 | 48 Pages | 9780593690246
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Learn how fun playing the piano is—with this book of easy, step-by-step lessons for young learners!

My First Piano Lessons is the perfect starting point for your little musician, with its clear instructions, colorful illustrations, and supportive approach. Written by an experienced piano teacher, this book covers everything a beginner pianist needs to know, from proper hand position to the basics of reading music, all in an enjoyable and easy-to-understand way. And with 10 beloved and popular songs to learn and focus on, your kid will be confidently playing the piano in no time! Whether your child is just starting their music journey or has already taken a few lessons, this beginner-friendly book is the perfect tool to unlock—and nurture—their love for the piano.    
·         Simple and intuitive piano lessons. Learn the basics of reading music, from key names and note values to time signatures and dynamics.   
·         Clear, step-by-step instructions. Written by a piano expert and experienced teacher of young kids. 
·         An engaging and adorable giraffe teacher. G-sharp the Giraffe makes learning fun with encouraging words, helpful tips, and interesting facts about music.  
·         Songs that kids already know and love. Learn to play “Hot Cross Buns,” “Mary Had a Little Lamb,” “The Wheels on the Bus,” “Pop Goes the Weasel,” and more!
© Haylee Beth Photography
Emily Norris, affectionately known as Ms. Emily, has been sharing her passion for music with students of all ages for over 15 years. As the founder of EBN Music, a small but vibrant music studio she established in 2020, Emily teaches piano and voice lessons tailored to each student, inspiring a lifelong love of music in all who walk through her door. Her dedication to her craft and her community earned her recognition in Shoutout DFW, a publication celebrating local entrepreneurs in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.

Emily holds a BA in music education from Freed-Hardeman University and an MSEd in educational technology from Missouri State University. She studied piano and voice under the direction of amazing teachers and mentors. She even excelled in trumpet, earning awards and accolades for her performances.

When she’s not teaching, Emily cherishes time with her husband of 15 years, their beautiful daughter, born in 2024, and their two playful German shepherds. Whether she’s helping students master their first Christmas carol or enjoying family time, Emily’s love for music and teaching shines through in everything she does.

Parents, you can find Emily online on YouTube (youtube.com/@ebnmusic), Facebook (facebook.com/ebnmusic), Instagram (@ebn.music), and TikTok(@ebnmusic). View titles by Emily Norris
© MDetner
Malgorzata Detner is a Poland-based illustrator, born in 1989. She currently lives with her family, a cocker spaniel, snails, and two lovely rats in Warsaw. Her love of drawing began at a young age, influenced by her mother’s paintings, but grew serious when she decided to pursue art in middle school. Although Malgorzata initially pursued a career in costume design with an interest in Victorian dresses, her daughter’s birth made her return to traditional painting and digital illustration. Influenced by old animation, mysterious, fantastic worlds, animals, and creatures in vibrant colors are what she likes drawing the most. She draws digitally but also likes to incorporate hand-painted textures into her work. Malgorzata loves creating illustrations that remind her of childhood memories.


Parents, you can find her on Instagram @mdetner.illustration or at malgorzatadetner.com. View titles by Malgorzata Detner

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Learn how fun playing the piano is—with this book of easy, step-by-step lessons for young learners!

My First Piano Lessons is the perfect starting point for your little musician, with its clear instructions, colorful illustrations, and supportive approach. Written by an experienced piano teacher, this book covers everything a beginner pianist needs to know, from proper hand position to the basics of reading music, all in an enjoyable and easy-to-understand way. And with 10 beloved and popular songs to learn and focus on, your kid will be confidently playing the piano in no time! Whether your child is just starting their music journey or has already taken a few lessons, this beginner-friendly book is the perfect tool to unlock—and nurture—their love for the piano.    
·         Simple and intuitive piano lessons. Learn the basics of reading music, from key names and note values to time signatures and dynamics.   
·         Clear, step-by-step instructions. Written by a piano expert and experienced teacher of young kids. 
·         An engaging and adorable giraffe teacher. G-sharp the Giraffe makes learning fun with encouraging words, helpful tips, and interesting facts about music.  
·         Songs that kids already know and love. Learn to play “Hot Cross Buns,” “Mary Had a Little Lamb,” “The Wheels on the Bus,” “Pop Goes the Weasel,” and more!

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© Haylee Beth Photography
Emily Norris, affectionately known as Ms. Emily, has been sharing her passion for music with students of all ages for over 15 years. As the founder of EBN Music, a small but vibrant music studio she established in 2020, Emily teaches piano and voice lessons tailored to each student, inspiring a lifelong love of music in all who walk through her door. Her dedication to her craft and her community earned her recognition in Shoutout DFW, a publication celebrating local entrepreneurs in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.

Emily holds a BA in music education from Freed-Hardeman University and an MSEd in educational technology from Missouri State University. She studied piano and voice under the direction of amazing teachers and mentors. She even excelled in trumpet, earning awards and accolades for her performances.

When she’s not teaching, Emily cherishes time with her husband of 15 years, their beautiful daughter, born in 2024, and their two playful German shepherds. Whether she’s helping students master their first Christmas carol or enjoying family time, Emily’s love for music and teaching shines through in everything she does.

Parents, you can find Emily online on YouTube (youtube.com/@ebnmusic), Facebook (facebook.com/ebnmusic), Instagram (@ebn.music), and TikTok(@ebnmusic). View titles by Emily Norris
© MDetner
Malgorzata Detner is a Poland-based illustrator, born in 1989. She currently lives with her family, a cocker spaniel, snails, and two lovely rats in Warsaw. Her love of drawing began at a young age, influenced by her mother’s paintings, but grew serious when she decided to pursue art in middle school. Although Malgorzata initially pursued a career in costume design with an interest in Victorian dresses, her daughter’s birth made her return to traditional painting and digital illustration. Influenced by old animation, mysterious, fantastic worlds, animals, and creatures in vibrant colors are what she likes drawing the most. She draws digitally but also likes to incorporate hand-painted textures into her work. Malgorzata loves creating illustrations that remind her of childhood memories.


Parents, you can find her on Instagram @mdetner.illustration or at malgorzatadetner.com. View titles by Malgorzata Detner

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