Easiest Piano Course – The Big Songbook

John Thompson’s Easiest Piano Course – The Big Songbook

50 Easy Repertoire Pieces

A Great Selection of Classical Themes, Folk Songs, Spirituals and Jazz

John Thompson’s Easiest Piano Course – The Big Songbook is a comprehensive collection featuring 50 easy repertoire pieces carefully selected to complement the renowned Easiest Piano Course. First introduced in 1954, John Thompson’s method has stood the test of time, trusted by generations of teachers to kickstart millions of students’ musical journeys.

Designed to reinforce basic technique, enhance musicality, and make learning more enjoyable, this book offers simplified arrangements ideal for beginners. Additionally, these pieces serve as excellent sight-reading practice for more advanced learners.

Featuring a diverse selection of classical themes, folk songs, spirituals, and jazz tunes, The Big Songbook caters to a wide range of musical tastes. Whether students are interested in timeless classical melodies or spirited jazz tunes, there’s something in this collection to captivate every beginner pianist. With its 104 pages packed with musical gems, The Big Songbook is an essential addition to any pianist’s repertoire.

Song Titles Include:

• All Through The Night
• Alla Danza (From Water Music)
• American Patrol
• Ave Verum Corpus
• Away In A Manger
• The Can Can (from Orpheus In The Underworld)
• Clarinet Concerto (Adagio Theme)
• Danny Boy (Londonderry Air)
• Deck The Halls
• Down By The Riverside
• Eine Kleine Nachtmusik (1st Movement)
• The First Nowell
• Frankie And Johnny
• Fur Elise
• Go Down Moses
• God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen
• Greensleeves
• Jingle Bells
• Kookaburra Sits In The Old Gum Tree
• Lavender Blue
• Lullaby (Wiegenlied)
• March From Carmen
• Mexican Hat Dance
• Michael, Row The Boat Ashore
• Mineut In G