TL;DR: Faber supplemental books effectively motivate students by providing engaging material that is perfectly suited to their skill level.
Faber Piano Adventures offers an exciting collection of popular hits arranged for Level 2B pianists with “ChordTime Piano Pop Hits.” This book features ten outstanding arrangements of contemporary songs by leading artists like Ed Sheeran, Meghan Trainor, and Imagine Dragons. It is designed to motivate students by introducing them to the building block harmonies of current pop music, specifically focusing on the I, IV, V, and vi chords.
The carefully selected songs not only engage students but also help them develop their understanding of chord progressions and harmony. This collection is an excellent resource for reinforcing essential skills while playing familiar and beloved tunes.
Included Songs:
- Brave (Sara Bareilles)
- High Hopes (Panic! At the Disco)
- Like I’m Gonna Lose You (Meghan Trainor feat. John Legend)
- Meant to Be (Bebe Rexha feat. Florida Georgia Line)
- The Middle (Zedd, Maren Morris & Grey)
- Perfect (Ed Sheeran)
- Rather Be (Clean Bandit feat. Jess Glynne)
- This Is Me (from The Greatest Showman)
- Thunder (Imagine Dragons)
- Try Everything (Shakira, from Zootopia)
With its blend of popular music and educational focus, “ChordTime Piano Pop Hits” is sure to keep students motivated and excited about their piano practice. The arrangements are accessible yet challenge students to improve their playing technique and musicality.
