Following the success of Book 1, Book 2 continues with a richer and more technically demanding selection of Chopin’s masterworks. Newly engraved with updated editing, this edition offers a clean, modern layout and practical fingerings designed with developing pianists in mind.

The pieces are arranged in progressive order of difficulty, allowing students to grow steadily in technique, musical maturity, and stylistic understanding. This volume is an essential step toward the advanced Romantic repertoire.

Song List

• Waltz in D-flat major, Op. 64, No. 1 (“Minute Waltz”)
• Waltz in A-flat major, Op. 42
• Nocturne in C-sharp minor (posth.)
• Nocturne in F minor, Op. 55, No. 1
• Mazurka in C major, Op. 24, No. 2
• Mazurka in A minor, Op. 17, No. 4
• Polonaise in A major, Op. 40, No. 1 (“Military”)
• Prelude in D-flat major, Op. 28, No. 15 (“Raindrop”)
• Impromptu in A-flat major, Op. 29
• Fantaisie?Impromptu in C-sharp minor, Op. posth. 66

Why FHK Teachers Recommend It

FHK teachers recommend Book 2 because it:

• Expands technical fluency and expressive control
• Develops advanced pedaling and voicing skills
• Encourages mature Romantic interpretation
• Prepares students for high?level recitals and examinations

Ideal for intermediate to early advanced pianists, this collection deepens students’ understanding of Chopin’s lyrical beauty, brilliance, and emotional depth.