Bastien Piano for Adults Book 2 is the perfect follow-up to Book 1, providing a comprehensive and engaging approach to learning piano. This book is designed for adults who have completed Book 1 or have equivalent experience, and it's packed with exciting new repertoire, techniques, and theory.

Whether you're looking to improve your skills, explore new musical styles, or simply enjoy playing the piano, Bastien Piano for Adults Book 2 is the perfect resource. So why wait? Get started today and take your piano journey to the next level!

In Book 2, you will move beyond the five-finger patterns of Book 1 into more advanced techniques:

| Challenge | Solution | |-----------|----------| | Black key scales (E♭, B♭) feel awkward | Practice 3-note then 4-note groups; use fingerings printed above notes. | | Switching between root & inversion chords | Play “chord progressions in rhythm” (e.g., 4 beats each chord, then 2 beats, then 1). | | 6/8 time (two dotted quarter beats) | Count “1–la–li, 2–la–li” or conduct 2 slow beats per measure. | | Left hand jumps (stride or blues bass) | Eyes on LH, then look back to RH after the jump. Practice LH alone until automatic. |

Bastien Piano For Adults - Methods - Neil A Kjos Music Company

These are simplified versions of famous works by master composers. Examples often found in this level include: