Young students will enjoy this engaging practice book that introduces them to Mrs. Razzle-Dazzle and her piano friends. Each page showcases a unique scene from My First Piano Adventure, accompanied by a keyboard graphic. The interactive approach encourages children to develop healthy practice habits by coloring a key each day they practice, making learning fun and motivating.
The 2nd edition of the 3A Performance Book features engaging piano pieces that align with the concepts from the Lesson Book. It introduces three new selections, including a 4-hand arrangement of Beethoven's Alexander March and a Duncombe sonatina. Students will have the chance to perform a mix of beloved pieces across different major and minor keys, complemented by various accompaniment styles, enhancing their musical experience.
Faber Piano Adventures Level 3A introduces 3/8 and 6/8 time signatures and the triplet. Students learn the chromatic scale, the 7th, one-octave arpeggios, and explore the key of D major. Contents include: Amazing Grace * Campbells are Coming * Cool Walkin' Bass * Cossak Ride * Echoes of the Harp * Eine Kleine Nachtmusik * Ice Dancing * Joshua Fought the Battle of Jericho * Land of the Silver Birch * Looking-Glass River * Lunar Eclipse * March Slav * and more.
Focusing on the integration of technical skill and artistic performance, this book offers a comprehensive approach to piano mastery. It includes sections on "Technique Secrets" and "Artistry Magic," guiding learners through essential piano techniques while emphasizing artistic expression. Additionally, a Level 3A appendix provides valuable resources such as scales, arpeggios, and chords, making it a practical tool for advancing pianists.
Enthusiasm for sightreading is encouraged with a collection of holiday-themed pieces designed for piano students. The book features popular Christmas carols, including "Angels We Have Heard on High," "Jingle Bells," and "Silent Night," arranged for 4-hand student duets. It also includes optional teacher accompaniments, making it suitable for both students and instructors. This engaging resource aims to enhance sightreading skills while celebrating the festive season.
Faber Piano Adventures Designed to be used in conjunction with the other books in 3A, this book reinforces theory concepts through writing, sightreading, and ear-training activities.
This collection features 24 diverse pieces designed to complement the concepts from the Level 1 Lesson Book, enhancing students' musical understanding. With engaging discovery questions, learners are prompted to explore each piece creatively. The selections encompass a variety of styles, including titles like "The Spanish Guitar," "I'm a Fine Musician," and "Rain Dance," providing a rich and engaging repertoire for budding musicians.
Faber Piano Adventures Excellent introduction to the best-known symphonic and operatic literature of the great composers. The selections have been chosen for their appealing melodies and rhythmic vitality. Includes: Turkish March (from The Ruins of Athens ) by Beethoven * Romance (from A Little Night Music ) by Mozart * The Trout (Die Forelle) by Schubert * Lullaby by Brahms * La Cinquantaine by Gabriel-Marie * Country Dance (Finale from Symphony No. 3, 'Eroica') by Beethoven * Finale (from Symphony No. 1) by Brahms * Finale (from Carnival of the Animals ) by Saint-Saens * The Elephant (from Carnival of the Animals ) by Saint-Saens * Sleeping Beauty Waltz by Tchaikovsky * Finale (from Symphony No. 5, From the New World ) by Dvorak * March Slav by Tchaikovsky.