Now Hear This: Student 2: Piano Book

Clark's ear training sequence builds real listening independence without isolating students from their instrument work. This student book pairs directly with the Teacher's Book, creating a structured partnership that ensures consistent, guided skill development across your studio or classroom.

The exercises move from isolated pitch recognition into melodic dictation and harmonic listening, building confidence as patterns become familiar. Progress feels tangible because each page builds on previous work, creating a clear sense of advancing skill.

This workbook is for any piano student working through Clark's Now Hear This curriculum with an instructor who has the Teacher's Book Two. It supports students across all ages and ability levels who are developing ear training skills alongside their instrumental study.

• Work through the exercises in sequence with your teacher, since this book is designed as a companion to the Teacher's Book and relies on those instructions.
• Sing intervals and melodies aloud before writing them down; vocalizing strengthens your memory and helps you internalize pitch relationships.
• Review completed dictations by playing them back on the piano to confirm your ear against the keyboard.

Use this student workbook as part of your regular piano lessons in tandem with the Teacher's Book Two, which contains all dictation prompts and instructional guidance. The 32-page workbook provides the written response and practice component that reinforces listening skills developed during lessons.

• Interval identification and recognition
• Melodic dictation
• Harmonic listening and analysis
• Rhythmic dictation
• Aural discrimination across registers and timbres