Books/Supplies

Required Books for beginners ages 5 & under:
My First Piano Adventures by Faber & Faber
*lesson book A
*writing book A

Required Books for beginners ages 6 - 11:
Piano Adventures by Faber & Faber
*lesson book Primer
*theory book Primer
*technique & artistry book Primer
*performance and/or repretoire book Primer

Optional Books:
*Jon Schmidt "67 Fun Songs Arranged by Jon Schmidt Book"
*any book that is within student's playing ability

Other Required Supplies:
*Flashcards - I recommend the Faber & Faber flashcards, but any basic set will work or can make own from 3x5 cards
*Notebook (to record assignments)
*Pencil

Optional Supplies:
*Tote for books/supplies
*Metronome

Links to Music Stores:
http://www.centralmusicphx.com/ - Can order music online from Central Music.
http://www.jonschmidt.com/catalog/index.php - You can purchase the Jon Schmidt note-reading book and other great Jon Schmidt solos here.
http://www.fjhmusic.com/dealers/arizona.htm - This has a list of all the music stores in Phoenix that carry the Faber and Faber books.
http://www.musicarts.com/ - Located at: 5350 West Bell Road Suite 132, Glendale, AZ 85308, this music store is probably the closest to Anthem.  They carry all the Faber & Faber books, plus many other fun books and sheet music.