Alfred\'s Basic Piano Prep Course : Paperback : Alfred Publishing Co Inc.,U.S. : 9780739032169 : 073903216X : 01 May 2004 : Alfred\'s Basic Prep Course, Lesson Book A is specifically designed for beginners who are five years old and up. Through the use of appealing music and attractive illustrations, it is no wonder that Lesson Book A is the most widely used young beginner\'s piano book now available. This course takes into consideration the normal attention span, as well as the small-sized hands of the young beginner. Shortly after beginning, the young student will be able to play \"Merrily We Roll Along.\" A companion CD is included. The complete Prep Course consists of six books (Levels A through F).