Victor Shevtsov

Little Pianist First Steps.: Level Two Victor Shevtsov

Publisher Marketing: Little Pianist First Steps Level Two should be started after completing the previous Little Pianist books - Introductory & Level One. By that time students should be able to fluently read notes in treble and bass clefs, have a good knowledge of time values of notes including sixteenth notes and understand different rhythmic patterns including dotted-note rhythms. Most importantly, after learning the first book of Little Pianist (Introductory & Level One) students are supposed to acquire the basic playing habits of correct execution of different articulations: non legato, two-note slurs, staccato, legato. These fundamental elements of piano technique should be mastered and played with freedom of movement and fluency as the purpose of Little Pianist Level Two book is to develop the essential technical skill of coordination of different articulations. The Level Two book consists of two parts: "Piano Journey with Mary and Johnny" (a collection of 23 small pieces of different styles) and "Easy Studies" (a collection of 22 studies for developing basic technical skills). The book is expected to be learnt in 20 - 24 weeks provided the student has 45 minute lessons once a week. The home practicing session should be not less than 45 minutes and everyday practicing is necessary for a good progress. Both parts of the book - small pieces and studies are being studied at the same time.