{"title":"Haruko Kataoka Sheet Music","description":"\u003cp\u003eHaruko Kataoka's collection features essential reference materials for piano teachers, parents, and students exploring the Suzuki method. These two instructional books—\u003cem\u003eThoughts on the Suzuki Piano School\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eMy Thoughts on Piano Technique\u003c\/em\u003e—offer practical observations and guidance on building proper technique and understanding Suzuki's innovative approach to young piano students. Written by one of the method's leading practitioners, these resources bridge traditional and contemporary piano pedagogy.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"thoughts-on-the-suzuki-piano-school-00-0297","title":"Thoughts on the Suzuki Piano School: Piano Book","description":"\u003ci\u003eThoughts on the Suzuki Piano School\u003c\/i\u003e was written in 1985 by one of the greatest exponents of the \u003ci\u003eSuzuki Piano School.\u003c\/i\u003e Kataoka went to study with Suzuki after many years of piano study, and soon realized that traditional approaches to piano teaching were wasting the innate ability of younger students. She hopes that through this little book she can bring to light the unnecessary \"suffering\" encountered by students and teachers who are using the time-worn read\/learn\/memorize method of piano study. Some topics covered include: a charming explanation of Shinichi Suzuki's philosophies, the Method itself, how to play, crucial points for beginners (listening, tone, parental assistance), and a thorough overview of Volumes 1 and 2 of the \u003ci\u003eSuzuki Piano School.\u003c\/i\u003e Her personal touches, triumphs, failures and enlightenment make very interesting reading. All teachers of Suzuki Piano will enjoy and benefit from reading this booklet. Even more important, however, is the fact that non-Suzuki piano teachers should read this, and utilize some of Mrs. Kataoka's thoughts in their teaching. Suzuki parents should also be asked to read this book to assist them in their vital role in the musical education of their children. This book is full of good advice, knowledge and fact.","brand":"Alfred Music","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44598117499016,"sku":"00-0297","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/6104\/0520\/files\/00-0297_large_26ee3828-0c52-459c-be2c-d5375bcec7fa.jpg?v=1779254998"},{"product_id":"my-thoughts-on-piano-technique-00-0284","title":"My Thoughts on Piano Technique: Piano Book","description":"Directed to teachers, parents and students, the 40-page booklet is filled with concise and practical observations, information, and instructions on building and maintaining piano technique according to Mrs. Kataoka's viewpoints. \u003ci\u003eMy Thoughts on Piano Technique\u003c\/i\u003e is a sequel to the earlier \u003ci\u003eThoughts on the Suzuki Piano School,\u003c\/i\u003e also by Mrs. Kataoka.","brand":"Alfred Music","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44598118121608,"sku":"00-0284","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/6104\/0520\/files\/00-0284_large_c8034210-2c58-48cf-9a88-c1b126d12bc9.jpg?v=1779255008"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.alfred.com\/collections\/haruko-kataoka-sheet-music.oembed","provider":"Alfred Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}