The 2nd Edition Level 2A Lesson Book follows Piano Adventures Level 1. The book opens with a Note Reading Guide and an introduction to eighth note rhythm patterns. Students work with 5-finger transposition, functional harmony, and musical phrases. Exploration of C, G, D and A major and minor 5-finger positions builds on intervallic reading skills that were introduced in the earlier level. Appealing repertoire reinforces key concepts and encourages students to explore musical expression through varied dynamics and tempos. Selections include well-known classics from the great composers and original compositions.

Song List:

• Aardvark Boogie
• Changing Moods
• The Clock Strikes Thirteen!
• Famous People
• Go Tell Aunt Rhody
• I Am the King
• In an Old Castle
• Ice Cream
• Jazz Blast
• Kitch-iti-kipi
• Leftover Popcorn
• A Minuet for Mr. Bach's Children
• Mr. Brahms' Famous Lullaby
• Mr. Haydn's Theme
• Moonlight Melody
• More Ice Cream
• My Daydream
• Ode to Joy
• Our Detective Agency
• Peter Pan's Flight
• Pirate of the North Sea
• Skip to My Lou
• Skip to My Lou
• Snake Charmer
• Spring
• Storms on Saturn
• Sword Dance
• The Elf's Silver Hammer
• The Puppet Show
• The Queen's Royal Entrance
• This Old Man (for L.H.)
• This Old Man (for R.H.)
• When the Saints Go Marching In
• Whirling Leaves