The Piano Adventures method is based on discovery ，creativity , and adventure through music-making.There are four core books per level :Lesson , Theory ,Technique & Artistry ,and Performance Book .Correlating pages are shown in the lower right margin . 

Book One of Accelerated Piano Adventures for the Older Beginner combines Level 2A and Level 2B of the basic Piano Adventures method .Concepts include major and minor pentascales; transposition ;intervals through the 6th:C,G,and F major scales with their primary chords ; the dotted quarter note;and connected pedaling.

The student pianist will become acquainted with music by Rameau,Bach,Haydn,Beethoven,Mozart,Grieg,Brahms,Borodin,and Stephrn Foster.Traditional folk songs and original pieces by Faber are also part of the repertoire.

A dictionary of musical terms is provided at the end of the book for easy reference.

The following features contribute to the educational success of the Piano Adventures method:

1. A step-by-step approach with constant review.The materials are organised into units which represent the major concepts and skills.As new units are introduced ,earlier concepts and skills continue to be reinforced.
2. A wide range of styles in the musical material.This helps develop musicianship and encourages personal expression.
3. A strong foundation in reading and theory that builds basic keyboard skills and successful musical performance.
4. A sense of adventure,broght about through Creative and Discovery activities .An optinal composing project is offered for each unit as well as frequent Discovery question .The Discovery questions provide review and increase the student's awerencess of musical concepts . 

The authors wish all students and teachers Bon Voyage as they continue their journey toward music understanding and enrichment through Piano Adventures in theory !