Play Piano in a Flash by Scott Houston (2004, Paperback)

After viewing Scott Houston on PBS, I decided that taking a look into his book just might be of interest to me. This would be due to a few years of classical piano lessons as a child and the desire to be better able to make the transition from grueling scales and technical excercises to actually playing more modern and contemporary tunes that have eluded me in the past.

Scott does bring the 'fright factor' of disregarding all previous methods of playing the piano to a more simplistic approach. He also explains different methods used by the 'pros' when it comes to all the styles of playing that may seem unapproachable or too difficult to attempt for the person with the desire to play the piano with some sense of accomplishment.

I would like to purchase or somehow obtain the DVD that he offers since that would probably be of great use for practicising his approach or style which is more visual than verbal.

KH

I was trying to teach myself to play by starting with the 'regular'
books when my daugher let me borrow her copy 'Play Piano in a Flash
by Scott Houston' (2004). I was so impressed, I decided I wanted my
own personal copy. I am now playing (one handed so far) but this
book has been a wealth of information and help to me. I have re-read
it from cover to cover and refer to it daily.......I followed the
advice in the book, picked one song I had always wanted to play
and can now pick out the keys.....I am also learning to read the
notes.......As you can see, I do not regret purchasing this book......

I saw his book advertiesed on TV and thought it would be easy since that is how he markets it, but it was not easy to follow. After reading several books on Piano, I have come to the realization that a book can't teach you how to play an instrument. You need a dvd, or a live person to guide you.

In my opinion, this book is a little unorganized and confusing.

I bought this book because I have had a piano for years and it simply sits and colletcts dust. The transation on Ebay went smoothly and the book I received was in excellent condition. I started reading the book...but I wasn't in the mood that day to comprehend what this book was attempting to teach...so it sits on top my piano waiting for the day when I will once again be inspired to learn how to play.

It's a cool easy way to learn how to play. Especially since I don't read music. I've played guitar for 27 years, learned by ear and by watching, so this makes sense to me. I'm sure it will be helpful. I saw his special on PBS and it's like a lightbulb went off in my head..."I can do this!!"
Many thanks!!

This book really lives up to its name. You really can learn to play piano right away. I already play piano, but don't do any improvisation, and want to learn how. This book taught me all about chords, and how to play them, as well as the blues scale. I am well on my way to improving like a pro, and can't wait to get the next in the series.

I saw the book advertised on a public television station. The book was easy to understand and all that it had promised to be. The techniques for playing piano taught in the book are useful to folks who are just beginning to play OR for those who have been playing for a while.

i bought the book to see if it had information i could use. i had see scott on kpbs.the book was not what i was looking for, scott is no book writer. i love ebay, the products are great,the sellers are good people.

This is a wonderful, informative book for the beginner and the artist who wants to make playing the piano or organ easier for them! It is detailed and informative and written in such a way that anyone can learn and enjoy the love of music! Highly recommended. An excellent publication! The price was very reasonable!

This was an excellent product. Very easy and simple to learn and use!! Exactly as described! Better than other products from other companies, which were very difficult to use.One happy customer!!THANKS!!!!!!!

Decades ago, I learned that I could sit at the keyboard of a Kimball organ, and with a little practice, could actually play some music. This book contains many of the same principles that were used in that process. This lets you experience the satisfaction of being able to play music, and with practice, you can learn to play quite well. No, you won't be playing on a concert stage by reading this book, but you will be able to enjoy sitting at a keyboard and making music with it.
You may find that you have a hidden talent, and decide to make the effort to learn professionally, but this is an excellent way to test the waters with a relatively small investment of time and money.

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