This book is for complete beginners... it's super easy! It will help you get the start you need. Learn your first chords and scales Learn to play a melody by ear Learn how to use the sustain pedal Learn how to read a chord chart NO MUSIC READING REQUIRED! UPDATED 2017: I have Online videos available to help you with the lessons in this book! Once you have your book you can contact me at www.worshiptheking.com for access to the online course that goes along with this book! Once you learn the chords and simple patterns in this book you will be able to play and sing some great songs! Songs you learn in this book: 1. When the Saints Go Marching In 2. Joy to the World 3. Amazing Grace Most people approach the piano by starting to learn notes on the staff. If you desire to play songs on the piano quickly and play modern popular music, you will need to learn to play by chords. Your ear will begin to develop along the way and you will be able to play melody as well. Once you learn a few piano chords and open your mind to playing songs without traditional notation, a whole new world will be opened to you! When you see your worship leader on stage singing and playing the piano, he is most likely reading a simple chord chart and playing chord style piano. It is a great skill to be able to read music, but it is not necessary to play great songs on the piano. Get started today!