Randall Faber Books

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 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.

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 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.

(Faber Piano Adventures ). Scales and arpeggios are the backbone of confident, polished playing. Practicing these two pillars of technique develops dexterity and speed. When combined with essential music theory patterns, the result is "harmony in motion." Not just a reference for technical progress, Scale and Chord Book 3 encourages a focus on touch and sound, especially the feel of the black keys under the hands. Late intermediate and advancing students learn to perform multi-octave scales and arpeggios with fluency. Transposition exercises emphasize understanding of tonic, dominant, and leading tone. Gestural marks direct the integration of wrist motion. And, importantly, study of chord progressions provides the toolset for analysis, improvisation, and composition.

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.

(Faber Piano Adventures ). ChordTime Piano Music from China takes Level 2B pianists on a musical trip through original Chinese compositions, folk songs, and dance themes. Mid-elementary students will enjoy analyzing the pentatonic scales and intervals that make up the distinctive Chinese sound. A picture tour and historical information provide rich context, while LeLe the musical panda highlights key performance details and invites creative improvisation. Songs include: Divertimento * Lady Meng Jiang * The Little Bird Song * Little Dance Song * Luchai Flowers * The Luhua Rooster * Picking Flowers * Talk Back.

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 ). ShowTime Piano Music from China is an exciting exploration of rhythmic dances, serene folk melodies, and original Chinese selections. The book is arranged for the elementary pianist and correlates with Level 2A in the Piano Adventures method. At this level, five-finger melodies with simple harmonies reinforce tonalities and intervals, and teacher duets offer inspiration and support. Students meet LeLe the musical panda, a furry friend who asks discovery questions to guide understanding. Creatively, a duet improvisation and a composition activity introduce the Chinese sound. Unique at each level of the series is a picture tour of China, a visual snapshot of history and culture. Songs include: Counting Toads * Crescent Moon * Foot Sloggers Tune * The Game * Nine Lotus Lantern * Rainy Day * The Toy.

(Faber Piano Adventures ). FunTime Piano Music from China is a special collection of folk songs and original Chinese works arranged for early intermediate students (Level 3A-3B). These pieces offer dance-like rhythms, dramatic movement across the keyboard, sonorous use of the pedal, and fast tempi with crisp articulations. Music and text explore fascinating aspects of China such as flowing canals, majestic elephants, peacock dances, mooncakes, and mountain songs. The delightful character LeLe the panda lends a paw with questions for interpretation, and students create their own Chinese sounds in improvisation and composition activities. Songs Elephant * The Flowing Canal * Gazing at the Moon * Mountain Song * Northwest Rains * Peacock Dance.

Beginning pianists will enjoy a vibrant collection of folk songs and original works from China, featuring the charming character LeLe the musical panda. This book offers engaging writing activities and discovery questions, while teacher duets enhance the musical experience with rich harmonies and steady rhythms. Each level includes a visual tour of China, showcasing its history and culture. Additionally, students are encouraged to explore creativity through duet improvisation and guided composition exercises. Featured songs include "The Bride's Farewell" and "Ping-Pong Song."

Designed for Level 3A-3B students, this sightreading book emphasizes classical styles through engaging vignettes that enhance rhythm and pattern recognition. It complements the Literature Book 1 pieces, allowing students to practice sets before, during, or after learning the original works. This approach fosters confidence and clarity in playing, making it an excellent resource for both supplementary practice and standalone sightreading development.

Featuring original Chinese compositions, this collection is tailored for intermediate piano students. It explores vibrant themes, including animals like pandas and mythical dragons, as well as pastoral scenes and playful games. Each piece is accompanied by colorful introductory notes, essential performance tips, and analytical theory questions to enhance the learning experience. Additionally, duet improvisations and a composition exercise encourage creativity. Notable songs include "Dragon Lantern Dance," "The Giraffe," and "Shepherd's Song."

The Preparatory Piano Sightreading Book focuses on enhancing sightreading skills for elementary pianists through repetition and familiar musical patterns. It features "classic style" variations of pieces from the related Developing Artist Preparatory Piano Literature Book. Additionally, rhythm and transposition exercises are included to strengthen proficiency at Levels 2A-2B of Piano Adventures, making it a comprehensive resource for developing decoding skills in music.