Notespeller 2A reinforces note-reading concepts presented in Lesson Book 2A through written exercises. Note and interval identification exercises are presented to provide systematic reinforcement to help the student read and write notes on the staff. QR codes are included and link directly to Premier Online Assistant videos that further support and increase understanding of the concepts.
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Dr. Gayle Kowalchyk teaches class piano, piano, and piano pedagogy at California State University, Northridge, bringing decades of experience in both performance and instruction. She earned degrees in piano performance from Ohio University and Northwestern University, followed by an Ed.D. in piano pedagogy from Teachers College, Columbia University. Her career spans teaching positions at Eastern Illinois University, Oklahoma Baptist University, the University of Oklahoma, and summer faculty roles at the National Music Camp in Interlochen.
Known nationally as a clinician and conference presenter, Dr. Kowalchyk has shaped piano pedagogy through her work with the Music Teachers National Association, the National Conference on Piano Pedagogy, and the World Piano Pedagogy Conference. With her husband Dr. E. L. Lancaster, she has authored over 300 educational piano publications, including the widely adopted Alfred's Premier Piano Course and Music for Little Mozarts. She continues to serve as a clinician for Alfred Music while maintaining her teaching practice in Los Angeles.
Why we love this
This workbook does exactly what supplemental materials should: it catches weak reading skills before they compound into larger problems. The systematic pairing of written exercises with video support through QR codes means students can independently verify their understanding, reducing the likelihood that misconceptions persist through a lesson cycle.
What to expect
Straightforward and purposeful. Each page focuses on a single concept without distraction, allowing students to build confidence through repetition and clear visual organization. The inclusion of video support transforms a quiet workbook into an interactive learning tool.
Who it's for
This workbook is designed for early intermediate piano students working through Premier Piano Course Lesson Book 2A who need additional reinforcement in note and interval reading. It's equally valuable for independent learners, homeschooled students, and those in traditional studio settings who benefit from written practice outside of lesson time.
How to get the most out of it
Work through the note identification exercises first, before tackling interval work. This builds confidence and gives students a single focus per session.
Pair each written exercise with the corresponding QR code video immediately after completion. Students benefit from instant confirmation rather than waiting until the next lesson.
Assign exercises that reinforce what the student struggled with in the current week's lesson, rather than proceeding sequentially. This targeted approach saves time and deepens mastery.
How to use it
Assign pages weekly as homework to accompany Lesson Book 2A instruction, allowing students to practice note and interval reading independently between lessons. The QR code videos make this workbook particularly effective for homeschool curricula where additional teacher guidance may be limited.
Skills your students will build
Treble clef note identification on the staff
Bass clef note identification on the staff
Interval recognition and labeling
Written music notation reinforcement
Self-directed learning through video support
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