TL;DR: Accelerated Piano Adventures for the Older Beginner – Christmas provides a fantastic selection of holiday favorites while boosting sightreading skills with its unique “Sightreading Stocking Stuffers.” Perfect for older beginners who want to progress quickly and enjoy festive music.
Accelerated Piano Adventures for the Older Beginner – Christmas is an ideal resource for older beginners who are looking to fast-track their piano skills during the holiday season. This collection offers a well-rounded selection of beloved Christmas carols, designed to keep students engaged while reinforcing essential piano techniques. The inclusion of “Sightreading Stocking Stuffers” sets this book apart, promoting sightreading in a way that feels festive and fun rather than tedious.
The carols are arranged in a way that feels accessible to older beginners but still offers enough challenge to encourage growth. Popular pieces like Silent Night and Joy to the World are included, along with an exciting 4-hand duet of We Wish You a Merry Christmas, which adds a fun, collaborative element for students to share with their peers. The optional teacher accompaniments provide extra support and make the pieces sound even more impressive.
For teachers, this book is a great way to inspire older beginners to dive deeper into their music studies during the holidays. The combination of sightreading activities and holiday repertoire will keep students motivated, while the thoughtfully arranged pieces will help them feel successful at the piano.
Overall, Accelerated Piano Adventures for the Older Beginner – Christmas is a well-rounded holiday collection that not only provides seasonal enjoyment but also promotes steady skill development for students who want to progress quickly.
Selections:
- Angels We Have Heard on High
- Deck the Halls
- Good King Wenceslas
- Jingle Bells
- Joy to the World
- O Come, All Ye Faithful
- Silent Night
- We Three Kings of Orient Are
- We Wish You a Merry Christmas (4-hand duet)
Buy Accelerated Piano Adventures for the Older Beginner – Christmas.
