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is designed to be used alongside the Piano Level 2 book, not as a standalone method. It provides motivating, varied pieces that reinforce the skills introduced in the main lesson book.

The book features a significant number of original compositions by James Bastien and his wife, Jane Smisor Bastien. These pieces are often pastiches of broader styles, tailored specifically for small hands. For instance, the book includes pieces reminiscent of the Classical era, emphasizing Alberti bass accompaniments and clear melodic phrasing. These teach students the importance of balance—bringing out the melody over a softer, repetitive accompaniment. bastien performance level 2 pdf

: Covers triads and inversions, 2-part (binary) and 3-part (ternary) forms, and intervals of the 6th and 7th. : Introduces is designed to be used alongside the Piano