TL;DR: Faber supplemental books effectively motivate students by providing engaging material that is perfectly suited to their skill level.
The arrangements in ChordTime Hymns are perfectly tailored for the Level 2B student, incorporating a variety of keys and harmonies that challenge and engage. Each piece is designed to help students build proficiency with I, IV, and V7 chords, essential components of harmony that are fundamental to a pianist’s development. The selections include well-loved hymns that are both spiritually uplifting and musically enriching, providing a meaningful repertoire that students can perform with confidence.
The hymns in this collection are ideal for a variety of settings, from Sunday School and church services to home practice and recitals. The book offers a blend of joy and reverence, capturing the essence of the hymns while remaining accessible to developing pianists. The familiar melodies and harmonies are sure to inspire students and encourage them to share their music with others.
In summary, Faber ChordTime Hymns is an excellent resource for Level 2B pianists, featuring beautifully arranged hymns that help students enhance their understanding of harmony and chord progressions. This collection is perfect for young pianists who wish to deepen their faith through music while honing their technical skills and enjoying the rich tradition of hymnal music.
Selections:
- Give Me Oil In My Lamp
- This Is My Father’s World
- Come Bless the Lord
- Hallelujah, Bless the Lord
- We Gather Together
- He Leadeth Me
- Lord, I Want to Be a Christian
- Children of the Heavenly Father
- Kum Ba Yah
- Go, Tell It on the Mountain
- He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands
- I’ve Got Peace Like a River
- Battle Hymn of the Republic
- Praise to the Lord, the Almighty
- Amazing Grace
- O Worship the King
- Jesus Loves the Little Children
- This Train
- Blest Be the Tie that Binds
