Keyboard for Dummies – 2nd Edition by Jerry Kovarsky
Thinking about learning the piano but don’t have the space (or budget) for a full instrument? Want a fun, challenging, and rewarding way to make music at home? Look no further than Keyboard For Dummies, 2nd Edition.
Written by acclaimed music technologist and keyboardist Jerry Kovarsky, this updated guide explores the wide variety of keyboards available today, their sounds and features, and how to choose the one that fits your style and needs.
Inside, you’ll learn the basics of keyboard playing—from hand and finger placement to reading music, rhythm, chords, and harmony. Then dive deeper into sound editing, using effects, and recording your music. You’ll even discover how to connect your keyboard to a computer, tablet, or smartphone via both wired and wireless (Bluetooth) setups.
Inside the Book:
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Tips for choosing and caring for your keyboard
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Step-by-step tutorials on hand placement and technique
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Guidance for playing the most common keyboard sounds
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Playing along with rhythm patterns and auto-accompaniment
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Help with recording and editing songs
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Recommended online resources + example audio tracks
