Bastien’s New Traditions is an engaging and dynamic all-in-one Piano method that combines the successful, time-tested Bastien Piano pedagogy with new teaching ideas and techniques. The rich, integrated lessons, theory, performance, technique and performance pages in this series are sure to inspire and bring joy to Piano students ages 6 and up. Level 1A focuses on expanded note reading with information on: Harmonic and melodic intervals: 2nds, 3rds, 4ths and 5ths Slurs and ties Legato and ...