Faber Edition Level 1 are the books we recommend for our beginner piano students, who’ve taken lessons previously or are more familiar with playing on the grand staff. These books are low cost and easy to order.
We require students to have a theory book so they can learn songs, but also have worksheets, composing projects, rhythm, and listening modules to improve their classical music theory skills.
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Faber Level 1 Lesson Book
The Level 1 Lesson Book introduces all notes of the grand staff, legato and staccato touches, tonic and dominant chords, and interval recognition through the 5th. Students develop independence in both hands, strengthen reading skills, and explore new hand positions. Structured units guide learners step by step, with review sections that reinforce earlier concepts while adding rhythmic and harmonic variety for creative growth.
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Faber Level 1 Performance Book
Created by respected educators Nancy and Randall Faber, this collection includes 24 performance pieces in a range of musical styles. Each song reinforces essential concepts while encouraging creativity and musical expression. Discovery questions throughout the book prompt students to listen actively and interpret with imagination. With approachable arrangements and appealing titles, it transforms practice into an inspiring musical experience.
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Faber Level 1 Technique and Artistry Book
Build technique and artistry with Piano Adventures® – Level 1 Technique & Artistry Book! Designed for students progressing from Primer Level or My First Piano Adventure, this book provides the tools for developing expressive performance through engaging exercises and musical pieces. With “Technique Secrets” that introduce effective technical skills and “Artistry Magic” pieces that promote expressive playing, this book helps students achieve both technical mastery and artistic expression.
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Faber Level 1 Theory Book
This book includes StoryRhymes, rhythm drills, and pattern games that connect directly with the Level 1 Lesson Book. Students improve fluency, coordination, and understanding through activities that make theory playful and memorable. Concepts such as melodic direction, counting, and keyboard recognition are presented with color and clarity to keep learning motivating and enjoyable.
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Faber Level 1 Gold Star Performance
This engaging collection includes diverse compositions that explore changing keys, dynamic contrasts, and varied hand positions. Each piece develops musical interpretation, reading accuracy, and confident phrasing. Students improve fluency and technique as they progress through fun, goal-oriented pieces that challenge and inspire. Teachers value this edition as both a performance and skill-development resource ideal for preparing students for more advanced repertoire.
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Faber Level 1 Sightreading Book
Daily one-a-day sightreading exercises for consistent progress. Each exercise builds directly on material introduced in the Lesson Book, reinforcing melodic and rhythmic patterns in an engaging, achievable way. The gradual step-by-step structure allows students to improve fluency, coordination, and confidence through repetition and visual familiarity, while maintaining motivation with short, fun activities that can be completed in just a few minutes a day.
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Faber Level 1 Bundle
Bundle includes: Lesson Book, Theory Book, Performance Book, and Technique and Artistry Book.
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