Piano Adventures Lesson Book Vol. 4. - Couverture souple

Nancy Faber

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1616770902 ISBN 13 : 9781616770907

Editeur : Faber Piano Adventures, 1995

Synopsis

Piano Adventures Lesson Book Level 4 – 2nd Edition by Nancy Faber and Randall Faber is a structured piano method for students progressing beyond the early intermediate stages of piano study. Part of the respected Faber Piano Adventures series, this lesson book continues the pathway after Level 3B and introduces repertoire and technical concepts that strengthen musical understanding, coordination, and expressive playing. Organised around related major and minor keys, the material helps students connect theoretical ideas directly to the pieces they perform while gradually building technical confidence at the keyboard.

The book presents a varied selection of musical works in clear standard notation for solo piano. Students explore repertoire inspired by classical literature, traditional melodies, and character pieces while developing skills in harmony, phrasing, and rhythmic control. Technical focus areas include root position V7 chords, arpeggios, and the Power Scales concept that links scale patterns to practical keyboard movement, helping learners deepen tonal awareness while refining coordination and expressive interpretation.

The repertoire encourages musical imagination while reinforcing practical technique. Pieces range from lyrical works to lively dances and well known classical themes, giving students a broad musical palette. Working through these selections supports reading fluency, dynamic control, articulation, and stylistic awareness while maintaining motivation through engaging music.

Song List
Allegro Grazioso * Aurora Borealis * The Blue Danube * Bourée * Ceremony for Peace * Chanson * French Minuet * Gigue in A Major * Grand Central Station * Great Barrier Reef * In the Hall of the Mountain King * Maple Leaf Rag * Mazurka in F Major * Medieval Fair * Prelude in C No 1 from The Well Tempered Clavier Book 1 * The Spy * Summer Solstice * Volga Boatman * Wild Flowers

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Piano Adventures ist eine Klavierschule basierend auf dem Konzept von Entdecken, Kreativität und Abenteuer. Level 4 btont die Sechszehntelnote, Akkord-Umkehrungen und Moll-Tonarten. Die Wertlegung auf gefühlvollen Anschlag und Dynamik führt den Fokus auf dem Spielausdruck fort. Die folgenden Besonderheiten dieser Serie stehen für ihren Erfolg:
Eine stufenweise Methode, die schrittweise schwierigere Konzepte und Techniken einführt, wobei in jeder Lektion zunächst bisher Gelerntes wiederholt und gefestigt wird. Weiterhin liefert diese Schule eine Vielfalt musikalischer Stile im ausgewählten Spielmaterial. Mit vielen Illustrationen und einem Fokus auf dem Notenlesen vom Blatt.

Piano Adventures is a piano method based on discovery, creativity, and adventure. Level 4 stresses sixteenth notes, chord inversions, and minor keys. Attention to graceful touch and dynamics continues to focus the pianist on expression. The following features contribute to the success of the Piano Adventures method: A step-by-step approach with constant review the materials are organised into units which represent the major concepts and skills. As new units are introduced, earlier concepts and skills continue to be reinforced. A wide range of styles in the musical material - this helps develop musicianship and encourages personal expression. A strong foundation in reading that builds successful musical performance. A sense of adventure, brought about through creativity and discovery activities. An optional composing project is offered for each unit as well as frequent discovery questions. The discovery questions provide review and increase the students awareness of musical concepts.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Faber Piano Adventures
• Date d'édition: 1995
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1616770902
• ISBN 13: 9781616770907
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 2
• Nombre de pages: 56
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible