Faber Piano Adventures ChordTime Popular Level 2B: Level 2b

I always use this book with my piano students. It has popular songs that everyone knows, so it makes them more excited and motivated to practice. The level of difficulty definitely increased from 2A, but it gradually progresses. There are are charts showing the I, IV, and V chords every time they introduce a new key. It is a great way to begin to ease students into intermediate arrangements

I've used the Star Wars arrangement in this book with several students, and they LOVE it!I'm not a fan of the Faber method books, but the Chord Time Piano books are great for supplementary solos and recitals/festivals! I love that I can pull out these fun arrangements of familiar songs for my students. Level 2B is simple enough for late beginners-early intermediate students to learn, but the music still sounds impressive and driving. (Not too simplified where the rhythms or accompaniment are boring.)

This book has some wonderful arrangements in it for the intermediate student. My students often get bored with their lesson book songs, but I always stress how valuable they are at teaching the music fundamentals necessary to play songs they like! This book by Faber is a great supplement when my students want to dive into a song they either know or are at least familiar with. I've used several levels of the Popular series of books, including Jazz and Classics. They're all great and help get my students excited in what they're playing! My students range in age from 5 to 17, with a couple of adults, too.

I have loved using this particular book with all my students throughout the years. Its a great one! Love the chord time approach and pieces in this book!

Fun songs, well written for students, nice accompaniments for teacher