Universal Edition. Edited by Morton Manus.Alfred's Premier Piano Course. Instructional and General Theory. With instructional text and instructional photos. 48 pages. Published by Alfred Music (AP.23869). Theory Book 1A is designed to correlate with Lesson and Performance Books 1A of Alfred's Premier Piano Course. When used together, they offer a fully integrated and unparalleled comprehensive approach to piano instruction. In addition to written theory, unique features of the book include: Fun Zone (explore music through written games and puzzles that truly make theory fun!); Imagination Station (learn to compose and create); Learning Link (discover facts related to history, science, and interesting subjects from daily life based on the music and activities in the course); Now Hear This (learn how to listen to music through ear training. Most of these exercises should be done in the lesson); Now Play This (learn to sight-read music).