Dexter Music Resources
trusted lesson books and learning materials we use and recommend for our students.
PIANO
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Faber Piano Adventure Books
Best for: Beginners to intermediate, all ages
Faber Piano Adventure books combine theory, technique, and fun pieces. Their structured progression keeps students motivated while developing strong fundamentals.
Includes lesson books, theory books, and special collections by composer and genre.
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Bastien Piano Books:
Best for: Young beginners and early learners
Bastien Piano Basics is made up of five fully coordinated course books: Piano, Theory, Performance, Technic, and A Line a Day Sight Reading.
Uses a gradual multi-key approach, starting with reading in the C five-finger position. Five carefully graded levels reinforce basic concepts while keeping students engaged.
A smooth, heart-warming, and musical method that makes learning piano fun and easy to teach.
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Alfred Music – Piano
Best for: Beginner students, children and adults
Alfred Music offers a wide range of lesson books for all instruments, including piano, strings, and percussion.
For piano, their Basic Piano Library provides leveled books for younger students, while the Adult All-in-One Course is designed for adult beginners.
A clear, structured approach that helps students build skills progressively while enjoying the learning process.
DRUMS & STRINGS
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Alfred’s Drum Method
Best for: Beginner drummers
Alfred’s Drum Method is designed to teach stick control, rhythm, and foundational drumming skills.
The series includes two books specifically geared toward beginners, providing a clear and progressive approach to learning the drums.
A fun and structured method that helps students develop confidence and technique on the drum set.
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Hal Leonard Drumset Method
Best for: Students learning the full drum kit
The Hal Leonard Drumset Method provides instruction on all parts of the drum kit, covering grooves, fills, coordination, and general drumming concepts.
A comprehensive method that helps students build well-rounded technique and confidence on the entire drum set.
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Suzuki Method – Strings
Best for: Beginner to advanced string students
The Suzuki method emphasizes learning by listening, repetition, and gradual skill-building, helping students enjoy playing music from the start.
Popular series include Suzuki Violin School, Suzuki Viola School, and Suzuki Cello School, suitable for students at any level.
A musical and engaging approach that develops strong technique, tone, and a love for playing.
GUITAR
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Suzuki Guitar School
Best for: Classical guitar students
Suzuki Guitar School uses the same listening-and-repetition method as other Suzuki instruments, focusing on building technique, tone, and musicality.
Ideal for students learning classical guitar who want a gradual and enjoyable approach to playing.
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Hal Leonard Jazz Guitar Method
Best for: Intermediate students exploring jazz guitar
Covers jazz chords, improvisation, and reading standard notation.
A structured and practical method for developing jazz skills while fostering creativity and confidence.
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