Piano Adventures - Gold Star Performance Book - Primer Level Book/Online Audio (Faber Piano Adventures) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1616776021 ISBN 13: 9781616776022

Publisher: Faber Piano Adventures, 2006

Synopsis

Piano Adventures – Gold Star Performance Primer Level by Nancy and Randall Faber introduces young pianists to exciting performance pieces that inspire musical growth and confidence. Perfect for beginner students, teachers, and parents guiding early learners, this collection supports recital preparation, classroom instruction, and home practice.

What’s Inside: Designed for developing pianists, this book features imaginative compositions that teach rhythm, phrasing, and expressive playing. The pieces encourage musical storytelling while introducing foundational skills like changing hand positions and dynamic balance. Each selection motivates creativity and technical progress, making it an ideal tool for early performance experiences.

Why It’s Valuable: This book helps students build confidence and refine coordination through engaging, age-appropriate challenges. It improves reading fluency and expression while encouraging consistent practice. Teachers appreciate its structured approach, while children enjoy colorful, narrative-driven music that makes learning fun. Online audio access allows for play-along sessions, reinforcing listening and timing skills during independent study.

Full Song List
A Particularly Pleasing Piano Piece * A Rainbow Is a Smile (Turned Upside Down) * Bluebird on My Shoulder * Cartoon Stories (Clown Car, Parakeet Waltz, Bananappeal) * Chugging Choo-Choo * Eternally Music * French Cathedrals * Hello to the Drum * I Found a Penny * Pterodactyls, Really Neat * Roller Skate Ride * Squinchy-Pinchy Shoes * Theme and Variations * Zoom, Zoom, Witch’s Broom.

Bring music to life. A joyful introduction to expressive piano playing, this Gold Star collection is perfect for recitals, home learning, or studio teaching. A thoughtful gift for young pianists starting their musical adventure with fun, creativity, and confidence.

Edition details

• Publisher: Faber Piano Adventures
• Publication date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1616776021
• ISBN 13: 9781616776022
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 40