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So many times our children’s’ first step into the world of musical performance is onstage in a musical. We know that love is strong and so we asked our teachers for their favorite musical theatre songbooks for your kids.

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It comes as no surprise that our current favorite musical is Hamilton by Lin-Manuel Miranda. We’ve found our favorite Hamilton vocal selections book for you. This songbook has been edited to remove any implied explicitness. It has favorites like I’m Not Throwing Away My Shot, Wait for It, You’ll Be Back, On Your Side, and Dear Theodosia. Some songs have a word or two that we will help students change.

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Dear Evan Hansen is also a huge favorite of ours. Our teachers love Dear Evan Hansen by Benj Pasek & Justin Paul because the music and lyrics speak to their emotions so deeply. Their favorite book is this Dear Evan Hansen vocal selections book.

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Annie is a top choice for our kiddos who love to dance and sing. All of the music from Annie brings a smile to our mini triple threats. Annie is also a huge favorite in our dance classes, so many students of ours sing and dance their favorite songs.

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Newsies is also a huge teacher and student favorite. All the music is perfect for energetic, kid-friendly, and momentum packed lessons. Not only is the music for dancing to, it also has great selections for young men to sing. This songbook has all the favorite songs from Newsies and features beautiful onstage photos from the Original Broadway production.

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After our popular Lion King mask making class, students have been loving learning songs from this famous movie and Broadway show.

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Hairspray is often done at our students’ schools for their annual musical and is full of fun dance numbers too.

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Best Music Lesson Tools

August 19, 2020April 11, 2026 AtlantaMusicEducationLLC

No matter the instrument, these are awesome tools to have while you take music lessons. Take a look at our teachers favorite tools and materials to make their practice and performance as efficient and seamless as possible.

Music Stand

This music stand is perfect for singers, ukulele players, guitar players, and keyboard plater. No frills here, but this music stand does its job and comes with a storage bag.

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Chaya Tabletop Music Stand

This is Chaya tabletop music stand that is great if you’re working from a table and still want to have easy access to your music stand.

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Two-in-One Tabletop and Floor Music Stand

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ADM Music Stand

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File Organizers

When you’ve been in lessons long enough you start to accumulate a good bit of sheet music and music books. Most of our teachers use these file organizers to keep their music in the right place. Your music will be easy to find once you start putting them in their place.

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Music Binders

A good music binder is a fantastic tool for organization and storing your favorite music in a safe way. Here’s one of our favorite music binders.

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Once your child starts getting in the groove while playing or singing, a dropped page can be devastating to a performance. This easy to use page holder is just the solution.

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On the topic of dropped pages, page turning is also a learned skill. When you child starts their first lengthy piece of music, they can get a little overwhelmed in a performance. This unfolding music folder fixes that in a pinch. It lays out all the music in one unit so your child can focus on playing their best.

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Best Halloween Piano Books

August 18, 2020February 4, 2026 AtlantaMusicEducationLLC

We all have our holiday favorites, so our teachers compiled their favorite piano books that have ALL of our favorite holiday songs represented. The books will be separated by holidays.

All of our beginner piano kiddos love playing spooooooooky songs for Halloween. Our beginner players especially love Halloween Favorites in the Big-note Piano Book. This book has beginner favorites like the Jaws theme, Thriller, The Munsters theme song, Monster Mash, and Phantom of the Opera.

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Intermediate piano players have so much fun with Halloween Spooktacular with amazing selections from scary movies and shows like This is Halloween, The Mummy, Little Shop of Horrors, Ghostbusters, The Phantom of the Opera, Purple People Eater, and Time Warp.

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Book 1 of “Halloween Favorites” includes pieces appropriate for early elementary to elementary students. Titles: Witch on a Super-Speed Broom * Black Cats Waltzing * Dear Mister Pumpkin * Trick or Treat Suite * One Scary Night * The Ghost Who Couldn’t Say Boo!” * Creepy Creaky Sounds * Midnight Shadows * What Should I Be for Halloween?”

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Book 2 of “Halloween Favorites” includes pieces appropriate for elementary to late elementary students. Titles: Jumpin’ Pumpkins * The Three-Legged Witch! * Witches’ Waltz * Little Black Cat * Pumpkin, Pumpkin * Cool Ghoul * The Pumpkin Boogie * The Wobbly Old Witch and Her Cat * Jazzy Jack-o’-Lanterns * Jack-o’-Lantern Boo! * The Hungry Ghost

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Book 3 of “Halloween Favorites includes pieces appropriate for late elementary to early intermediate students. Titles: Spooky Footsteps * It’s a Scary Night! * Mountain Ghost Town * Halloween Hoedown * Witches’ Brew * Halloween Night * Grumpy Old Witch * Halloween Dance * Creepy Footsteps * Skeleton Dance!

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Book 4 includes pieces appropriate for early intermediate to intermediate students. Titles: March of the Great Pumpkins * Cool Ghouls * Jack-o’-Lantern Jamboree * Howlin’ Halloween * House of Shadows * Black Cat Scherzo * Goblins and Ghosties * Ghosts on the Run! * March of the Goblins. Black Cat Scherzo” is a Federation Festivals 2016-2020 selection.”

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Best Early Learning Piano Books

August 14, 2020April 19, 2026 AtlantaMusicEducationLLC

Many parents ask when their child can start piano lessons. At Atlanta Music Education, we have had students start with us even before they walk in our Pre-K sing alongs. With private lessons, we have had students start as young as 3.

In our early learning lessons, we use a combination of piano time, singing, movement, percussion and sometimes even ukulele to introudce them to all the fun music there is.

The Faber books offer a fun, colorful series for our early learners that utilize numbers and patterns to help introduce students to the piano. We require each student at this level to purchase both the lesson book which holds the songs, and the writing book which has coloring, composing, worksheets and even composer studies.

Brand new students will start with just the Level A Books. Below, you’ll also find sticker packets and notebooks that match that you’re welcome to add too!

Lesson and Writing Book Level A:

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Top 5 Vocal Songbooks

August 9, 2020February 3, 2026 AtlantaMusicEducationLLC

Our students come to us with variety of interests, whether it’s Disney, pop, art songs, Broadway, it doesn’t matter. We can instill a love of singing in a healthy way from a very young age. The books we use all have enough fun and musical challenge that every song is a good lesson in vocal technique.

Here are our teachers’ favorite songbooks for our voice students.

Kids’ Musical Theatre Collection (Vol. 1)

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Kids’ Musical Theatre Collection is consistently showing up in our lessons. Featuring some favorite Disney, movie, and Broadway, songs like Castle on a Cloud (Les Miserables), It’s the Hard-Knock Life (Annie), When You Wish Upon a Star (Pinocchio), Part of Your World (The Little Mermaid) and many many more.

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2. 24 Italian Songs and Arias

This collection of Italian songs is a great first step into foreign language in classical music! If your child has aspirations of the grand opera stage, this is where to start. Classical vocal technique starts here.

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3. Broadway Presents! Kids’ Musical Theatre Anthology: A Treasury of Songs from Stage and Film

This is the perfectBroadway Presents! songbook for kids starting to perform and hone their acting skills! This anthology focuses on building acting choices while singing for young singers. It features favorites like Wouldn’t It Be Loverly (My Fair Lady), Good Morning (Singin’ in the Rain), and I Just Can’t Wait to Be King (The Lion King).

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4. Frozen Songbook: Music from the Motion Picture Soundtrack (Piano, Vocal, Guitar Songbook)

Frozen Songbook: Music from the Motion Picture Soundtrack (Piano, Vocal, Guitar Songbook) by [Hal Leonard Corp.]

ThisFrozen Songbook is a great trek into learning how to sing and play at the same time! Students can choose from following along with the vocal line and guitar tabs or on piano. This particular features all the favorites from Disney’s Frozen like Do You Want to Build a Snowman?, For the First Time in Forever, In Summer, Let It Go, Love Is an Open Door and Reindeer(s) Are Better Than People.

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5. Taylor Swift – Speak Now (Songbook)

Taylor Swift - Speak Now (Songbook) by [Taylor Swift]

Our pop lovers all swear by Taylor Swift! Her songs are all big hits for our young pop singers and are arranged to with young singers in mind. Speak Now has many of our teacher and students favorite songs like Back to December, Enchanted, Haunted, Speak Now and The Story of Us.

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Tell your teacher about your favorite songbooks too. We always want to show off our new lesson favorites.

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Books for Piano: Level Primer

August 9, 2020April 12, 2026 AtlantaMusicEducationLLC

Faber Edition Primer books are what we most highly recommend for our young learners in beginning piano. These books are low cost and easy to order.

We require students to have both a lesson book and 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.

Lesson Book

Set the foundation for a lifetime of musical enjoyment with the Primer Level Lesson Book! Designed for beginners aged 7–11, this engaging introduction to piano builds essential skills through carefully structured lessons. Organized into ten units, the book ensures consistent progress with constant review of concepts and techniques.

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Theory Book

Designed for young learners aged 7–11, this engaging workbook reinforces the piano concepts introduced in the Primer Level Lesson Book. With a creative mix of repetition, hands-on exercises, and fun-filled activities, it helps students gain confidence in music fundamentals from the very beginning.

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Performance Book

Designed for young learners aged 5-7, this engaging solo collection features 28 pieces that reinforce concepts introduced in the Primer Level Lesson and Theory Books. With fun lyrics, colorful artwork, and optional teacher duets, this book encourages musical expression while developing foundational piano skills.

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Sightreading Book

This book offers one short sightreading exercise per day, arranged in weekly sets for consistent progress. Each exercise reinforces key rhythmic and melodic patterns from the Lesson Book, creating seamless integration between practice and performance. Fun musical illustrations and playful themes engage students while strengthening reading, timing, and pattern recognition skills.

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Gold Star Performance

Designed for developing pianists, this book features imaginative compositions that teach rhythm, phrasing, and expressive playing. The pieces encourage musical storytelling while introducing foundational skills like changing hand positions and dynamic balance.

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Technique and Artistry Book

Designed for beginners aged 7–11, this book combines technical exercises with creative musical expression to provide a comprehensive approach to early piano development. The book is structured into engaging units, each focused on mastering pianistic techniques and promoting expressive playing.

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Book Bundle To Save

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Books for Piano: Level 1

August 9, 2020April 12, 2026 AtlantaMusicEducationLLC

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.

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

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Books for Piano: Level 2A

August 9, 2020April 12, 2026 AtlantaMusicEducationLLC

Faber Edition Level 2A are the books we recommend for our beginner-intermediate piano students, who’ve taken lessons previously or are familiar with eighth notes and major and minor 5 finger positions. 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.

Faber Level 2A Lesson Book

Piano Adventures® Level 2A Lesson Book - 2nd Edition

This book introduces eighth-note rhythm patterns, five-finger transpositions, and functional harmony in C, G, D, and A major and minor. Students strengthen their note reading, phrasing, and coordination through creative exercises that make each lesson enjoyable. Carefully sequenced units provide repetition and variety, ensuring steady progress through every concept.

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Faber Level 2A Theory Book

Piano Adventures® Level 2A Theory Book - 2nd Edition

This engaging workbook provides instruction, reinforcement, and creative applications of theory concepts through writing, sight-reading, and ear-training activities, all within a fun-filled context. The 2nd Edition Level 2A Theory Book aligns with the Level 2A Lesson Book, encouraging students to dive deeper into theory concepts for a fuller understanding.

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Faber Piano Level 2A Sightreading book

Designed for early piano students. Each page offers a new sight-reading challenge featuring simple melodic and rhythmic patterns. The progressive layout ensures steady improvement as students practice one exercise per day. These fun mini lessons enhance visual tracking, timing, and pattern awareness, helping children read and play more naturally.

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Theory Level 2A Performance Book

Each solo piece reinforces lessons from the Level 2A curriculum, strengthening rhythm, reading, and dynamic control. The 2nd Edition features updated arrangements with clear layouts that make it ideal for both private lessons and independent study. Its progressive design supports steady skill development and joyful musicianship.

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Theory Level 2A Gold Star Performance

This thoughtfully arranged collection blends classical, jazz, folk, and impressionistic styles, helping students explore melody, rhythm, and phrasing. Each piece is sequenced for steady progress, encouraging expressive touch and balanced technique. The mix of original works and imaginative arrangements keeps every practice session enjoyable and goal-oriented.

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Faber Level 2A Technique and Artistry Book

Designed for students advancing beyond Level 1, this book builds on foundational techniques and introduces exciting new elements to foster expressive playing. Featuring “Technique Secret” exercises and “Artistry Magic” pages, this book helps students refine their skills while exploring musical expression.

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Faber Level 2A Bundle

This Faber Piano Adventures Level 2A Set includes: 1. Piano Adventures Lesson Book 2. Piano Adventures Theory Book 3. Piano Adventures Technique & Artistry Book 4. Piano Adventures Performance Book

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Books for Piano: Level 2B

August 9, 2020April 12, 2026 AtlantaMusicEducationLLC

Faber Edition Level 2B are the books we recommend for our beginner-intermediate piano students, who’ve taken lessons previously or are familiar with cross-hand arpeggios, the major scales of C, G, and F, and a variety of songs that use fundamental chords. 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.

Faber Level 2B Lesson Book

Piano Adventures® Level 2B Lesson Book - 2nd Edition

This level introduces cross-hand arpeggios, full major scales, and primary chords (I, IV, and V7) in the keys of C, G, and F. Each unit builds sequentially, combining theory, technique, and expressive playing. Students improve note reading, coordination, and rhythm skills while learning to connect sound with movement for more artistic performance.

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Faber Level 2B Theory Book

Piano Adventures® Level 2B Theory Book - 2nd Edition

This engaging workbook helps students develop a deeper understanding of music theory through in-depth study of chords, harmonization, and rhythm. With creative improvisation activities and focused exercises on scales in C major, G major, and F major, students will apply their skills in exciting and creative ways.

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Faber Level 2B Performance Book

Students explore I-IV-V7 chords, classical forms, and dynamic contrast through diverse styles. Each song develops finger independence and reinforces skills from the Level 2B Lesson and Theory Books. The three-movement Classic Sonatina provides a musical challenge and intro to structured performance.

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Faber Level 2B Sightreading

Each unit introduces fun, accessible variations based on familiar lesson book pieces, encouraging students to recognize patterns, intervals, and melodic phrasing in a new context. The short, one-per-day format makes consistent practice easy and rewarding, while colorful illustrations and friendly prompts bring enjoyment to each page.

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Faber Level 2B Gold Star Performance Book

This thoughtfully curated piano songbook features 11 engaging solos blending classical themes, folk melodies, and original compositions. Each piece introduces new musical ideas and expressive techniques, supported by clear notation and accessible arrangements. Included online audio provides professional play-along recordings, enhancing listening and tempo control for practice sessions.

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Faber level 2B Technique and Artistry Book

Designed for students progressing beyond Level 2A, this book focuses on enhancing technical skills and expressive playing with engaging exercises and pieces. With new “Technique Secrets” to refine skills and additional “Artistry Magic” pieces to develop musical expression, this book helps students master foundational techniques while expanding their musical horizons.

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Faber Level 2B Bundle

This Faber Piano Adventures Level 2B Set includes 4 Books: 1. Piano Adventures Lesson Book 2. Piano Adventures Theory Book3. Piano Adventures Technique & Artistry Book 4. Piano Adventures Performance Book

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Books for Piano: Level 3A

August 9, 2020April 12, 2026 AtlantaMusicEducationLLC

Faber Edition Level 3A are the books we recommend for our intermediate piano students, who’ve taken lessons previously or are familiar with 3/8 and 6/8 time signatures and the triplet. Students learn the chromatic scale as well. 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.

Faber Level 3A Lesson Book

Piano Adventures® Level 3A Lesson Book - 2nd Edition

Level 3A introduces new techniques such as 3/8 and 6/8 time signatures, triplets, the chromatic scale, and one-octave arpeggios. Students explore D major while developing phrasing and expression. Each unit includes progressive lessons that strengthen rhythm, reading, and technical control. The book features folk melodies, classical excerpts, and original Faber compositions to make learning educational and inspiring.

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Faber Level 3A Theory Book

Piano Adventures® Level 3A Theory Book - 2nd Edition

This engaging workbook offers students new improvisation opportunities, harmonization with primary chords, and ear-training and eye-training exercises, all designed to reinforce key concepts. With creative written reviews and focused activities, this book helps deepen musical understanding and apply theory in a practical and fun way.

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Faber Level 3A Performance Book

This dynamic collection of early intermediate piano pieces reinforces the concepts introduced in the Level 3A Lesson Book. Featuring three new selections, including a four-hand duet of Beethoven’s Alexander March and a lively sonatina by William Duncombe, this book offers a variety of engaging pieces in major and minor keys.

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Faber Level 3A Sight Reading Book

Each exercise offers a creative variation that reinforces reading accuracy and coordination. Students explore Alberti Bass patterns, rhythm chunking in 3/8 and 6/8 time, triplet groupings, and extended intervals through the seventh.

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Faber Level 3A Technique and Artistry Book

Perfect for students progressing toward early intermediate skills, this book combines essential technical exercises with artistic expression to develop both precision and creativity. Level 3A focuses on building nuanced technique with “Technique Secrets” that target hand gestures, wrist movements, and pedaling.

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Faber Level 3A Bundle

This Faber Piano Adventures Level 3A Set includes 4 Books: 1. Piano Adventures Lesson Book 2. Piano Adventures Theory Book 3. Piano Adventures Technique & Artistry Book – 4. Piano Adventures Performance Book

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Books for Piano: Level 3B

August 9, 2020April 11, 2026 AtlantaMusicEducationLLC

Faber Edition Level 3B are the books we recommend for our intermediate-advanced piano students, who’ve taken lessons previously or are familiar with the one-octave minor scale, motive and sequence, all 12 major and minor triads, triad inversions, syncopation, and an introduction to sixteenth notes. 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.

Level 3B Lesson Book

Discover the excitement of contrasts with the Level 3B Lesson Book, designed for students advancing their early-intermediate skills. This level introduces engaging new concepts and techniques that bring depth and variety to piano playing. Organized into clearly structured units, it builds on prior knowledge while expanding musical fluency.

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Faber Lesson 3B Theory Book

Piano Adventures® Level 3B Theory Book - 2nd Edition

This engaging workbook reinforces key 3B concepts, including major and minor scales, triads and chord inversions, and 16th-note rhythms, through a variety of fun and creative exercises. Students will enjoy composing their own tunes, harmonizing melodies, and creating rhythms in various time signatures, all while developing essential theory and musicianship skills.

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Faber Level 3B Performance Book

This 2nd Edition offers a diverse collection of pieces that align with the concepts introduced in the Level 3B Lesson Book. Featuring a mix of classical favorites, folk melodies, and original works, students will enjoy pieces like Beethoven’s German Dance, Bach’s Notebook for Anna Magdalena, and arrangements by Strauss, along with a four-hand duet by Mendelssohn.

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Faber Level 3B Sightreading Book

Students practice in major and relative minor keys, including C and A minor, G and E minor, and F and D minor. Each exercise reinforces core sightreading skills through key signature identification, rhythmic variation, and melodic scanning. Concepts such as chord inversions, octave shifts, and sixteenth note figures are introduced progressively, ensuring steady improvement and musical comprehension.

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Faber Level 3B Technique and Artistry Book

Designed for students advancing their early-intermediate skills, this book introduces four effective “Technique Secrets” to help develop fluency and precision in playing early-intermediate repertoire. With new etudes by Bertini, Beyer, and Czerny, students will apply the techniques they’ve learned to more challenging pieces, while “Artistry Magic” pieces provide an opportunity to bring technical skill and musical expression together for recital-worthy performances.

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This Faber Piano Adventures Level 3B Set includes 4 Books: Piano Adventures Lesson Book – Level 3B , Piano Adventures Theory Book – Level 3B, Piano Adventures Technique & Artistry Book, Piano Adventures Performance Book – Level 3B .

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Faber Piano Adventure Books for Piano: Level 4

August 9, 2020April 11, 2026 AtlantaMusicEducationLLC

Faber Edition Level 4 are the books we recommend for our intermediate-advanced piano students, who’ve taken lessons previously or are familiar with chord inversions, sixteenth notes, and minor keys. 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.

Faber Level 4 Lesson Book

Piano Adventures® Level 4 Lesson Book - 2nd Edition

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Faber Level 4 Theory Book

Piano Adventures® Level 4 Theory Book - 2nd Edition

Designed to be used alongside the other Level 4 books, this workbook provides comprehensive instruction and creative applications of advanced theory concepts. It helps students solidify their knowledge of harmonic minor scales, rhythm patterns, and sharp key signatures while offering creative opportunities for musical expression.

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Faber Level 4 Performance Book

This inspiring collection of pieces reinforces the concepts presented in the Level 4 Lesson and Technique & Artistry Books, offering a curated mix of classical, traditional, and original works. Designed to challenge intermediate pianists, this book supports both technical growth and artistic development through engaging repertoire.

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Faber Level 4 Sightreading Book

Each daily sightreading exercise is structured for achievable progress and musical enjoyment. Students practice patterns that mirror real repertoire, featuring variations on classic themes such as Scott Joplins Maple Leaf Rag, Griegs Hall of the Mountain King, and Bachs Prelude in C. The familiar content keeps learning engaging while reinforcing musical comprehension and coordination.

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Faber Level 4 Technique and Artistry Book

Designed for students progressing from Level 3B, this book combines technical exercises with artistic performance to foster expressive playing. Through four powerful “Technique Secrets,” students will develop a strong technical foundation, while “Artistry Magic” pieces encourage expressive, musical performance. This integrated approach helps students build confidence and artistry, preparing them for more advanced repertoire.

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Our 5 Fun Favorite Piano Books!

August 9, 2020April 14, 2026 AtlantaMusicEducationLLC

One special piano book that helps so many of our families is this My Music Journal. This journal helps plan practice time, has a music dictionary, and has fun musical history facts all while providing a tool to help home practice be as productive as possible.

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2. One of our favorite books for recital songs is the Famous & Fun Deluxe Collection , Book 1 by Carol Matz! This book has fun classics in a variety of genres and includes songs like Over the Rainbow, Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, and The Lion Sleeps Tonight. This book is in nearly all of our classrooms.

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3. For our intermediate piano players, we know they want a fun challenge to make their practice as fun as possible. One book that our intermediate players love is this Piano Literature book. It has intermediate arrangements of classical pieces that we all know and love.

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4. We have tons of kids who are pop lovers to the max! This Pop Songs for Kids has tons of age and level appropriate songs the keep kids pumped and working on piano AND voice! It has some favorites like, Brave, Can’t Stop the Feeling, Firework, Home, Let It Go, Shake It Off, and What Makes You Beautiful.

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5. Disney lovers, we did not forget you! This collection of easy Disney songs are a great and fun way to keep your child entertained with their music for weeks, even months, at a time! It’s got everything your child will love! The Bare Necessities, Beauty and the Beast, Can You Feel the Love Tonight, Cruella De Vil, A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes, He’s a Tramp, I See the Light, I’ve Got No Strings, and (of course) Let It Go.

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Guitar Materials

Guitar Lesson Materials

August 9, 2020April 12, 2026 AtlantaMusicEducationLLC

We know that guitars can seem a little confusing when you start looking for the right one for your child. We’ve gone ahead and picked out our favorite guitar and materials you’ll need to be successful in your guitar lessons.

Alfred’s Kid’s Guitar Course Level 1

Alfred’s Kid’s Guitar Course is the best beginner guitar book there is. All of our guitar teachers love it and refer back to it at every level because it address multiple area of string technique and makes learning about guitar feel so easy for everyone.

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Alfred’s Kid’s Guitar Course Level 1 and 2 Combined

If you’re interested in investing in a multi-level book, Alfred’s Kids Guitar Course also has a Level 1 and 2 combined book.

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Hal Leonard Guitar Method Book 1

The Hal Leonard Guitar Method Book 1 by Greg Koch and Will Schmid is the most trusted beginner guitar instruction book for learning acoustic or electric guitar. Designed for students, adult learners, and teachers, it provides a complete foundation in essential skills — from tuning and rhythm to chords and note reading. Perfect for use in private lessons, classrooms, or self-study, it helps new players start their musical journey with confidence.

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Hal Leonard Guitar Method Book 2

Perfect for beginners advancing to the next level, Hal Leonard Guitar Method Book 2 helps students, self-learners, and teachers build stronger technique and confidence. Ideal for home study or classroom use, it’s used for guitar lessons, skill development, and practice with structured, easy-to-follow instruction.

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Taylor Swift Really Easy Guitar

Play Taylor Swift’s biggest hits with ease. The Really Easy Guitar: Taylor Swift songbook makes learning guitar fun and accessible for beginners, students, and fans alike. Featuring 22 of Taylor Swift’s most iconic songs, this collection offers simplified arrangements designed to help new players build confidence and play their favorite tracks quickly.

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Yamaha 1/2 Sized Guitar

When you Google “kids sized guitar” there are so many options to choose from. We’ve found that one of the most decently priced guitar and appropriately sized is the Yamaha 1/2 sized guitar. It fits kids from 5-13 (we’ve found) and provides a warm consistent sound that makes learning to use a guitar for the first time not seem daunting.

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Fender FA-15 3/4 Guitar

Body: Laminated Agathis Top with Sapele Back and Sides
Neck Material: Nato
Fingerboard: Walnut
3/4 Scale
Includes Gig Bag!

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Ibanez PF54 Acoustic Guitar

Meranti neck
Nandu Wood fretboard provides a rich and warm tone.
Meranti top provides a warm and balanced tone.
Meranti back and sides provide a warm and balanced tone.

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Guitar Strap For Acoustic, Electric, and Bass Guitars

Guitar Straps are one of the things that make learning to handle a guitar much easier. One day your child may be able to do without, but we’ve found that the support of a guitar strap lets kids focus on making music without worry. Our favorite at Atlanta Music Education os the Hola! Music brand

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Fender Guitar Picks

Guitar picks are one thing you will lose, take our word for it. We like the Fender guitar picks because they have different weights of guitar picks, which makes finding a suitable pick much easier for kids! Go ahead and stock up.

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Guitar Tuner

Guitar tuners are a necessity, especially for beginners players. Tuners not only help you just tune your guitar, they enable your child to start listening and training their ears to recognize when instruments are in and out of tune as a bonus. Our favorite tuner is the Snark Clip-On Tuner for Guitar.

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GUITARX Capo

Capos are a necessary tool as your child advances through their guitar curriculum. Please discuss with your teacher when your child can add a capo to their materials for their lessons. We love the GUITARX capo but how easy it is to use.

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Ukulele Materials

Ukulele Lesson Materials

August 9, 2020April 12, 2026 AtlantaMusicEducationLLC

Ukuleles are such versatile instruments for musicians of all levels! The soprano ukulele size best fits most children and we’ve put together our favorite ukes for you to choose from. We also have listed our favorite method book for beginner ukulele lovers.

Ukulele Method Book: Alfred’s Kid’s Ukulele Course 1

The easiest ukulele method ever for kids ages 5 and up. This fun method teaches you to play songs on the ukulele right away. The accompanying online audio always lets you hear how the music should sound on any computer or handheld device. This course is also perfect for the classroom. Songs include Aloha Oe,” “Over the Rainbow,” “When the Saints Go Marching In,” and more.”

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Our Favorite Ukulele: Kala Soprano Ukulele

Kala Ukuleles have a reputation for being high quality instruments that are suitable for children and adults at any level of playing. This ukulele is make of solid mahogany and had top of the line tuner pegs so you don’t have to worry about your ukulele going out of tune quickly.

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Low Price Ukulele

Mahalo Ukuleles are perfect for our beginner players. Their size is perfect for children but they also come in 4 fun colors. They are affordable and are great for those who are picking up the instrument for the first time.

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Kala KA-15S Soprano Ukulele

The KA-15S comes with a Spruce Top and Mahogany back & sides in a light, natural finish and it maintains its high-quality, affordable, entry-level ukulele.

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Ukulele Picks

BoloPick Felt Picks are smaller and softer, which makes them the best suited for tiny fingers learning to play ukulele for the first time. They come in a pack of 12 so if you lose one, it doesn’t stop your lesson.

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