Schott Music Europäische Klavierschule 2

Europäische Klavierschule 2 by Schott Music picks up where Volume 1 left off, expanding students’ technical skills and musical expression. The method offers a playful, note-free introduction that avoids overwhelming learners with theory at the start. It encourages early engagement through black key playing and improvisation—key elements in fostering creativity and musical confidence.

The book also develops listening skills and inner musical imagination, helping young pianists internalize music more naturally and deepen their emotional connection to it. A carefully chosen selection of traditional songs from across Europe strengthens musical understanding while building a well-rounded repertoire. Numerous four-hand pieces promote collaborative playing and enhance the musical experience—setting the stage for successful first performances.

Visually engaging and easy to follow, this trilingual piano method is ideal for modern teaching environments.

Contents Overview:

• Preface
• Phrasing and articulation
• The major scale
• Scale training
• The minor scale
• Exploring different key signatures
• Fluency and regularity I
• Pedal technique
• Cantabile playing
• Fluency and uniformity II
• Appendix:
• Accompanying songs and dances
• 5 dances with drone accompaniment
• The cadenza
• Song accompaniment with 2 chords
• Song accompaniment with 3 chords
• Dances with cadenza harmonies