Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the Primer Level Teacher Guide?
  Teaching Piano Adventures^® is the comprehensive guide to instructing beginning students using Nancy and Randall Fabers' student-centered curriculum. Included are complete lesson plans, tips for reinforcing concepts and skills, and ideas for creative music exploration. Watch Nancy Faber and her young students in over 60 model teaching videos. Review and reflect with 20 new pedagogy articles and "ask yourself" study questions. And prepare for group activities with ensemble parts and extended teacher duets.
• What's new in the second edition?
  The second edition retains all the original's concepts and methodology and adds many new enhancements, including updated lesson plans for all the core books, new pedagogy articles that address teacher self-enrichment in addition to student needs, and new ensemble activities for recital and group lesson fun.
• What is the difference between the print and online editions?
  The print edition contains a 176-page hardcover textbook, a softcover book of extended and alternate teacher duets, and a DVD containing over 60 teaching videos. The online edition contains the exact same content as the print edition. Its convenient, responsive layout works equally well on laptops, desktops, tablets and mobile phones. Duets, ensemble activities, and teaching videos are embedded links within the text of the online guide.
• Do I need the print edition to get online access?
  The two editions are purchased separately.
• How does online access work?
  Follow the link to Buy Online Edition. Register your name, email address, and password, and provide payment via credit card. Once your payment is approved, you'll have immediate access to the online edition. You'll find a Table of Contents with links to pedagogy articles, lesson plans, teaching tips, and more. There is a top-level menu for easy navigation and a bookmark feature to save your place. Find quick links to videos, duets and ensembles embedded in the text throughout the guide.
• Can I download the online edition and access it offline?
  The online edition requires an active internet connection for access. The online edition's Duet Appendix and Ensemble & Story activities are PDFs that are instantly accessible from within the online guide, and may be downloaded or printed.
• Is the online edition a subscription?
  The online edition is a one-time purchase that does not expire. You can log in and access from any device.
• More questions?
  Email faber@pianoadventures.com or contact us.