Bastien Piano Basics uses a gradual multi-key approach, with reading beginning in the C five-finger position. Five levels of carefully graded lesson material provide constant opportunities for reinforcing basic concepts. It's the smoothest, most heart-warming, most entertaining, most musical way to teach eager youngsters the joys of playing the piano. And comprehensive, page-by-page correlation makes Bastien Piano Basics remarkably easy to teach!

Level 1 of the Piano Series may be used with students who have completed any Primer Level. It begins with easy pieces in the C position and presents C, F, and G 5-finger positions.

Level 1 of the Theory Series presents theory materials correlated with Piano.

Level 1 of the Technic Series uses technical drills and exercises to develop finger fitness.

Level 1 of the Performance Series contains 20 supplementary pieces to reinforce and provide more enjoyment of fundamentals learned.