The second core book in this definitive beginner method by leading piano educator H-G Heumann. This beautifully illustrated book is full of charming pieces, fun exercises and games. It builds on the concepts and theory covered in Lesson Book 1, whilst introducing new musical techniques and terms with innovative and engaging visual aids. Visit www.piano-junior.com to find out more. What is Piano Junior? Piano Junior is a superb piano course for beginners. It's creative, it's interactive, it's colourful, it has its own website with additional online material - and most importantly, it really works! Its characters, PJ the friendly robot and his sidekick Mozart the dog, motivate and encourage children throughout each level. The course is available as core Lesson Books, along with supplementary Theory, Duet and Performance Books at each stage. Who is Piano Junior for? Suitable for children from around the age of 6, Piano Junior takes young students on their first steps and prepares them with a solid foundation for early grades. A method for the digital age Teachers, parents and students can visit www.piano-junior.com for demonstration videos and recordings, along with a host of other free downloadable resources which really bring practice sessions at home to life! Unit 1: Intervals Unit 2: Seven White Keys C-D-E-F-G-A-B Unit 3: Rests Unit 4: The Magic Note Line Unit 5: Quaver/Eighth Note Unit 6: G 5-Finger Position Unit 7: Independence of the Hands Unit 8: Sharp Sign Unit 9: Flat Sign Unit 10: Dotted Crotchet/Quarter Note "The careful introduction of all aspects of music notation is a standout feature of these books, and to my mind Heumann has provided one of the best child-friendly introductions to reading music that I have seen... Piano Junior has in many respects raised the bar, in some ways perhaps even setting a new standard by which piano courses for children will be judged." - PIANODAO.COM