The Turtle and The Lion: Lessons for Living while Learning to Play the Piano

The Turtle "Patience" and the Lion "Courage" are our companions as we climb each step of the musical scale, learning piano concepts and skills and then expanding them to consider the larger implications applied to one's life. The book shows how music can enhance and enrich the quality of a person's life, both directly and indirectly. It contains music theory, applied music, philosophy, humor. The purpose of the book is to help you enjoy playing the piano to the fullest and to improve your communication through music. It is also a hope that your enhanced musical experience will pour over into how you view the world and live your life.