Palmer's Piano Primer: A Systematic And Clear Explanation Of The Fundamental Principles Of Piano-Forte Playing (1885)

Palmer's Piano Primer is a comprehensive guide to learning how to play the piano, written by Horatio Richmond Palmer and first published in 1885. The book provides a systematic and clear explanation of the fundamental principles of piano-forte playing, including topics such as hand position, finger technique, note reading, rhythm, and dynamics. The book is divided into three parts, with the first part focusing on the basics of piano playing, such as posture, hand position, and finger exercises. The second part covers more advanced topics, including scales, arpeggios, and chords, while the third part focuses on repertoire, with a selection of pieces for students to practice.Palmer's Piano Primer is written in a clear and concise style, making it easy for beginners to understand. The book includes numerous illustrations and exercises to help students master the concepts presented. It is a valuable resource for anyone learning to play the piano, whether they are beginners or more advanced students looking to improve their skills.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.