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HE STARTED LEARNING to play the piano when he was three years old in Shenyang, China. Today he is one of the world's most outstanding pianists. In this engrossing life story, adapted by Michael French, Lang Lang not only recounts the difficult, often thrilling, events of his early days, but also shares his perspective on his rapidly changing homeland. He thoughtfully explores the differences between East and West, especially in the realm of classical music and cultural life. Shining through his rags-to-riches story of a child prodigy who came of age as a renowned musician, Lang Lang's positive spirit, his dynamic personality, and his enduring passion for music will inspire readers of all ages. Includes a 16-page photo insert.

Lang Lang Piano Academy: mastering the piano level 1 (approximately equivalent to Grade 1/Early Intermediate) looks at techniques such as playing legato and staccato and the left hand. Units in Level 1: Exploring the keyboardFeeling the beatLegato playingStaccato playingDeveloping dexterityPlaying chordsThe left handPlaying with dynamics Mastering the piano is the first series of books to be launched in the Lang Lang Piano Academy. Comprising five progressive books, mastering the piano captures Lang Lang’s passion, drive and extraordinary mastery of the piano. Each book gives students the chance to learn from this exceptional talent, with: 8 units that develop key aspects of piano technique; specially devised exercises & studies; a diverse selection of repertoire including Lang Lang’s favourite works; and inspirational commentary & guidance from Lang Lang himself. Listen to Lang Lang playing Mo li hua (Jasmine Flower) Download Scales & Arpeggios chart for Level 1

Lang Lang Piano Academy: mastering the piano level 2 (approximately equivalent to Grade 2/Elementary) includes sections on hand coordination, phrasing and developing dexterity. Units: Exploring the keyboardHand coordinationRhythmic controlPhrasingDeveloping dexterityFinger controlThe left handDynamics Mastering the piano is the first series of books to be launched in the Lang Lang Piano Academy. Comprising five progressive books, mastering the piano captures Lang Lang’s passion, drive and extraordinary mastery of the piano. Each book gives students the chance to learn from this exceptional talent, with: 8 units that develop key aspects of piano technique; specially devised exercises & studies; a diverse selection of repertoire including Lang Lang’s favourite works; and inspirational commentary & guidance from Lang Lang himself. Listen to Lang Lang playing Arabesque (Burgmuller) Download FREE Scales & Arpeggios chart for Level 2

Lang Lang Piano Academy: mastering the piano level 3 (approximately equivalent to Grade 3/Late Elementary) focuses on techniques such as using the pedal, independence of hands and playing in new keys. Units: Exploring the keyboardDeveloping dexterityThe pedalStrengthening your handsChordsPlaying in new keysIndependent fingersIndependent hands Mastering the piano is the first series of books to be launched in the Lang Lang Piano Academy. Comprising five progressive books, mastering the piano captures Lang Lang’s passion, drive and extraordinary mastery of the piano. Each book gives students the chance to learn from this exceptional talent, with: 8 units that develop key aspects of piano technique; specially devised exercises & studies; a diverse selection of repertoire including Lang Lang’s favourite works; and inspirational commentary & guidance from Lang Lang himself. Listen to Lang Lang playing Romanze (attrib. Beethoven) Download FREE Scales & Arpeggios chart for Level 3

Lang Lang Piano Academy: mastering the piano level 4 (approximately equivalent to Grade 4/Early Intermediate) includes sections on legato pedalling, phrasing and rubato and new accompaniment styles. Units: Posture, movement and hand shapeLegato pedallingNew accompaniment stylesMore on chordsMore on rhythmMusical contextPhrasing and rubatoDexterity Mastering the piano is the first series of books to be launched in the Lang Lang Piano Academy. Comprising five progressive books, mastering the piano captures Lang Lang’s passion, drive and extraordinary mastery of the piano. Each book gives students the chance to learn from this exceptional talent, with: 8 units that develop key aspects of piano technique; specially devised exercises & studies; a diverse selection of repertoire including Lang Lang’s favourite works; and inspirational commentary & guidance from Lang Lang himself. Listen to Lang Lang perform Sweet Dreams from 'Album for the Young' by Tchaikowsky Download FREE Scales & Arpeggios chart for Level 4

Lang Lang Piano Academy: mastering the piano level 5 (approximately equivalent to Grade 5/Intermediate) includes sections on legato pedalling, phrasing and rubato and new accompaniment styles. Units: Developing dexterityInstinctive pedallingRefining the touchPhrasing and rubatoCharacterOrnamentationInterpretation and stylePerforming Mastering the piano is the first series of books to be launched in the Lang Lang Piano Academy. Comprising five progressive books, mastering the piano captures Lang Lang’s passion, drive and extraordinary mastery of the piano. Each book gives students the chance to learn from this exceptional talent, with: 8 units that develop key aspects of piano technique; specially devised exercises & studies; a diverse selection of repertoire including Lang Lang’s favourite works; and inspirational commentary & guidance from Lang Lang himself. Listen to Lang Lang perform Prelude in C by J. S. Bach Download FREE Scales & Arpeggios Chart for Level 5

German language edition of Lang Lang's mastering the piano series. Level 1.

German language edition of Lang Lang's mastering the piano series. level 3.

German language edition of Lang Lang's mastering the piano series. level 4.

German language edition of Lang lang's mastering the piano series. level 5

Developed by the superstar pianist Lang Lang and channelling his passion for piano and music education, The Lang Lang Piano Method reflects the way he would like kids today to learn piano. This is a fun, modern and easy piano method ideal for complete beginners from age 5 upwards. The five progressive books in the series provide a unique and imaginative way for kids to learn the piano with a cartoon superhero Lang Lang. The Lang Lang Piano Method Level 1 introduces complete beginners to different five-finger positions, note reading and moving around the keyboard. Fun, imaginative pieces develop the left and right hands equally right from the start, and supporting audio features exclusive performances by Lang Lang of the concert pieces. Musicianship is developed through theory pages and listening to exclusive performances by Lang Lang of piano classics for children. “I’ve written The Lang Lang Piano Method to inspire today’s kids with my passion for the piano.” Lang Lang

Join the superhero world of Lang Lang and come on a piano adventure with The Lang Lang Piano Method Level 2. Level 2 builds on the first book by introducing: eighth notes (quavers)simple hands togetherand thumb-under technique. The five progressive books in The Lang Lang Piano Method provide a unique and imaginative way for complete beginners to learn the piano with the world’s most successful concert pianist, Lang Lang. There’s plenty to play all around the keyboard right from the start. Fun, imaginative pieces develop the left and right hands equally and supporting audio features exclusive performances by Lang Lang of the concert pieces. Musicianship is developed through theory pages and listening to exclusive performances by Lang Lang of piano classics for children. “I’ve written The Lang Lang Piano Method to inspire today’s kids with my passion for the piano.” Lang Lang

Join the superhero world of Lang Lang and come on a piano adventure with The Lang Lang Piano Method Level 3. Level 3 continues the progression by: extending the note range to an octaveexploring different keysincluding more hands-together in pieces. The five progressive books in The Lang Lang Piano Method provide a unique and imaginative way for complete beginners to learn the piano with the world’s most successful concert pianist, Lang Lang. There’s plenty to play all around the keyboard right from the start. Fun, imaginative pieces develop the left and right hands equally and supporting audio features exclusive performances by Lang Lang of the concert pieces. Musicianship is developed through theory pages and listening to exclusive performances by Lang Lang of piano classics for children. “I’ve written The Lang Lang Piano Method to inspire today’s kids with my passion for the piano.” Lang Lang

Join the superhero world of Lang Lang and come on a piano adventure with The Lang Lang Piano Method Level 4. Level 4 progresses with the following: extending technique, rhythms and keys through progressive repertoirefeaturing fun original pieces, classic themes and evocative world tunes. The five progressive books in The Lang Lang Piano Method provide a unique and imaginative way for complete beginners to learn the piano with the world’s most successful concert pianist, Lang Lang. There’s plenty to play all around the keyboard right from the start. Fun, imaginative pieces develop the left and right hands equally and supporting audio features exclusive performances by Lang Lang of the concert pieces. Musicianship is developed through theory pages and listening to exclusive performances by Lang Lang of piano classics for children. “I’ve written The Lang Lang Piano Method to inspire today’s kids with my passion for the piano.” Lang Lang

Join the superhero world of Lang Lang and come on a piano adventure with The Lang Lang Piano Method Level 5. Level 5 progresses with the following: extending technique, rhythms and keys through progressive repertoirefeaturing fun original pieces, classic themes and evocative world tunes. The five progressive books in The Lang Lang Piano Method provide a unique and imaginative way for complete beginners to learn the piano with the world’s most successful concert pianist, Lang Lang. There’s plenty to play all around the keyboard right from the start. Fun, imaginative pieces develop the left and right hands equally and supporting audio features exclusive performances by Lang Lang of the concert pieces. Musicianship is developed through theory pages and listening to exclusive performances by Lang Lang of piano classics for children. “I’ve written The Lang Lang Piano Method to inspire today’s kids with my passion for the piano.” Lang Lang

Lang Lang: daily technical exercises is a collection of scale-based warm-ups, work-outs and routines that no aspiring pianist should be without, providing a perfect follow on from the Lang Lang Piano Academy mastering the piano series. Ideal for mastering keys and developing essential technique, this book provides flexible and progressive routines ideal for intermediate-level players upwards. Elements include a comprehensive warm-up section, advice and tips from Lang Lang himself, and an extension section with ideas for further practice. Intermediate routines concisely cover each key centre in musical exercises and advanced routines cover Russian scale patterns, giving a full work-out for each key centre.

The Lang Lang Piano Method Preparatory Level introduces the basics of music and the piano through fun games and activities for young students. Players are encouraged to explore the keyboard whilst simple rhythms, finger numbers and selected note names are gradually learned. The ideal introduction to The Lang Lang Piano Method, this book precedes Level 1. It is a unique and imaginative way for complete beginners to start the piano with the world’s most successful concert pianist, Lang Lang. Join the world of Lang Lang and come on a piano adventure! The Lang Lang Piano Method series comprises six progressive books with online audio. There’s plenty to play all around the keyboard right from the start; fun, imaginative pieces develop hands equally and the accompanying audio from Level 1 onwards includes exclusive performances by Lang Lang.

Discover the world of Lang Lang and come on a theory adventure! This progressive series provides an imaginative way for beginners to learn and practise music theory with the world’s most successful concert pianist, Lang Lang. Through plenty of fun and imaginative activities, the fundamentals of music theory are established whilst developing core musicianship skills. This book can be used alongside The Lang Lang Piano Method: Level 2 but also works as a standalone method, ideal for introducing young students to music theory. Lang Lang Music Theory: Level 2 consolidates and builds on the ideas of the first book by introducing time signatures, eighth notes (quavers) and intervals.

Följ med på ett äventyr till Lang Langs fantastiska värld! Här får du som nybörjare chans att på ett lekfullt och roligt sätt lära dig spela piano tillsammans med världens mest framgångsrika konsertpianist! I Lang Langs pianoskola får du spela många roliga och fantasifulla stycken redan från början. Här finns alla möjligheter att ytterligare utveckla både musikalitet och pianospel genom lyssningstips och teknikövningar. Ljudfiler till samtliga stycken finns tillgängliga online. Del 1 introducerar notläsning och att spela med handens alla fem fingrar. Du får träna på att använda båda händerna lika mycket och att flytta händerna till olika lägen på pianot. Lang Lang anses vara världens främsta konsertpianist. Hans extraordinära talang och karisma har inspirerat miljontals människor; enbart i Kina har Lang Lang-effekten fått mer än 40 miljoner barn att vilja lära sig spela piano.

Följ med på ett äventyr till Lang Langs fantastiska värld! Här får du som nybörjare chans att på ett lekfullt och roligt sätt lära dig spela piano tillsammans med världens mest framgångsrika konsertpianist! I Lang Langs pianoskola får du spela många roliga och fantasifulla stycken redan från början. Här finns alla möjligheter att ytterligare utveckla både musikalitet och pianospel genom lyssningstips och teknikövningar. Ljudfiler till samtliga stycken finns tillgängliga online. Del 2 tar vid där den första boken slutade, lägger till fler toner och notvärden, går igenom mer om spelteknik och innehåller många fina stycken för båda händerna. Lang Lang anses vara världens främsta konsertpianist. Hans extraordinära talang och karisma har inspirerat miljontals människor; enbart i Kina har Lang Lang-effekten fått mer än 40 miljoner barn att vilja lära sig spela piano.