Hal Leonard Jazz Piano for Kids: A Beginner's Guide with Step by Instruction Method Book

Hal Leonard Jazz Piano for Kids by Richard Michael is a fun, easy beginner course that teaches children how to improvise and play jazz piano faster than ever before. Created for young pianists learning at home or with a teacher or parent, it guides students step by step through the foundations of swing, blues, and creative playing at the keyboard, building confidence from the very start.Kids stay motivated as they improvise on familiar children's songs arranged in a jazz style, and the opportunity to play alongside online video accompaniments helps inspire a love for performance. Every song seamlessly integrates a new improvisatory skill, systematically building on what came before so students progress in a clear, confidence-building sequence. Exclusive access to online video tutorials helps children hear and see concepts in action, making practice more interactive and musical.This method develops essential skills including swing and syncopation, echo playing, call and response, rock and swing grooves, improvising on 1-5 notes, hearing chord changes, and understanding the 12-bar blues. By integrating listening, rhythm, and creativity from the beginning, students learn not only how to play notes on a page, but how to think musically, keeping motivation high while strengthening rhythmic and expressive fundamentals.Song ListSong titles are not individually listed in the publisher's available materials.Whether used in private lessons, group classes, or guided practice at home, this jazz piano method supports steady progress while encouraging personal expression. It makes a thoughtful gift for young pianists and a practical resource for teachers seeking a fresh, creativity-first introduction to jazz piano.