Scales Patterns And Improvs - Book 2 | Intermediate Piano Method With Online Audio | Piano Sheet Music and Improvisations, Scales, I-IV-V7 Chords and Arpeggios for Technique Building - Softcover

Kern, Fred; Kreader, Barbara; Keveren, Phillip; Rejino, Mona

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1423442210 ISBN 13: 9781423442219

Publisher: Hal Leonard, 2010

Synopsis

Scales Patterns And Improvs Book 2 is designed for piano students who are ready to move beyond basic fundamentals and strengthen their technical and creative skills. Ideal for intermediate learners, private study, and structured lessons, this educational piano method supports consistent progress through focused, practical musicianship.

This piano sheet music book guides students through one octave scales, I IV V7 chord progressions, and arpeggios in all major and minor keys. Learners apply these essential skills through structured improvisation exercises, reading studies in every key, and hands on activities that encourage musical understanding beyond rote practice. The layout is clear and progressive, making it suitable for both independent study and guided instruction.

The included online audio features MIDI orchestrations for every exercise and improvisation example. Playback tools allow students to slow down the tempo for focused practice, helping reinforce accuracy, timing, and confidence. This approach improves rhythm, reading, coordination, and harmonic awareness while encouraging creative exploration at the keyboard.

Teachers value this resource as a dependable music teacher tool for developing technique, reinforcing theory concepts, and introducing improvisation in a structured way. Students benefit from learning how to transpose, create simple accompaniments, and perform from a lead line, skills that build long term musical flexibility and confidence.

Trusted by teachers and motivating for students, Scales Patterns And Improvs Book 2 supports steady musical growth and creative expression. It is well suited for lessons, practice sessions, and curriculum based learning, and also makes a thoughtful gift for pianists committed to improving technique and musicianship.

Edition details

• Publisher: Hal Leonard
• Publication date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1423442210
• ISBN 13: 9781423442219
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 48