The Alphabet, the first collection of studies by renowned French pedagogue Félix Le Couppey (1811–1887), is designed for young beginners taking their first steps at the piano. Each short piece, corresponding to a letter of the alphabet, gradually introduces the essential foundations of piano playing: hand position, finger independence, articulation, and musical expression.
With its clear, lyrical writing, Le Couppey turns technical study into a truly musical experience, giving each piece its own color and character. A cornerstone of piano pedagogy, The Alphabet is the perfect introduction before progressing to his later collections such as Le Progrès, L’Agilité, or L’École du méchanisme.
A timeless classic that combines enjoyment and learning from the very first lessons.
