Classics for the Developing Pianist, Book 2

Author: Ingrid Jacobson Clarfield
Publisher: Alfred Music
ISBN: 1470624427
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 62

Book Description
The five books in this series present 100 masterworks ranging from early-intermediate through advanced level that the editors believe developing pianists should study and perform. Each book contains 20 pieces selected from the four main style periods as well as additional suggestions for repertoire from the 20th century. Book 2 contains selections for intermediate pianists. Titles: *Alfedans (Elfin Dance), Op. 12, No. 4 (Grieg) *Avalanche, Op. 45, No. 2 (Heller) *Ballade, Op. 100, No. 15 (Burgmüller) *Evening in the Country, Sz. 39, No. 5 (Bartók) *First Gymnopédie (Satie) *First Sorrow, Op. 68, No. 16 (Schumann) *Gavotte, HWV 491 (Handel) *Old French Song, Op. 39, No. 16 (Tchaikovsky) *Prelude in C Major, BWV 939 (J. S. Bach) *Solfeggieto (C.P.E. Bach) *Sonata in C Major, K. 545 (III) (W. A. Mozart) *Sonata in D Minor, K. 32; L. 423 (D. Scarlatti) *Sonata in G Major, Hob. XVI/8 (III & IV) (Haydn) *Sonatina in C Major, Op. 20, No. 1 (Kuhlau) *Sonatina in C Major, Op. 36, No. 1 (Clementi) *Sonatina in F Major, Anh. 5, No. 2 (Beethoven) *Teasing Song, Sz. 42, No. 18 (Bartók) *To a Wild Rose, Op. 51, No. 1 (MacDowell) *Waltz in B Minor, Op. 18, No. 6; D. 145 (Schubert) *Waltz, Op. 12, No. 2 (Grieg) "This book provides great editing for familiar pieces that most of us teach." - Jean Ritter, Progressions

Technique for the Advancing Pianist

Author: Valerie Cisler
Publisher: Alfred Music
ISBN: 1457420872
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 99

Book Description
This practical resource provides foundational tools for scale, chord and arpeggio playing; exercises for developing precision, speed, agility and clarity of tone; and exercises and etudes that focus on a variety of technical challenges.

Adult Piano Adventures Popular Book 2 - Timeless Hits and Popular Favorites

Author: Nancy Faber
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
ISBN: 1616779217
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 80

Book Description
(Faber Piano Adventures ). The appeal of popular music spans generations and genres. In this collection of 27 hits, enjoy folk tunes like "Ashokan Farewell" and "Bridge Over Troubled Water," movie themes from James Bond and Batman , Broadway numbers from Evita and A Little Night Music , and chart-toppers performed by Michael Jackson, Adele, Billy Joel, and more. Adult Piano Adventures Popular Book 2 provides this variety, yet with accessible arrangements for the progressing pianist. Students may advance through the book alongside method studies, or jump to all their favorites. Optional chord symbols above the staff guide understanding and personal expression.

The Foundation Pianist, Book 2, Bk 2

Author: Karen Marshall
Publisher: PianoTrainer Series
ISBN: 9780571540662
Category : Piano
Languages : en
Pages : 32

Book Description
The Foundation Pianist, Book 2 is a book for students beyond the beginner stage who want to develop a technical and musical foundation to help them progress on to intermediate levels. Exploring piano technique through a variety of elements, the book include daily exercises, sight-reading, repertoire, and musical time travel. This series includes two books which not only develop students' technique, reading, theory, and musicianship, but also provide an invaluable insight into the world of classical music, from madrigals to symphonies and operas to concertos.

Adult Piano Adventures Classics Book 2 - Symphony Themes, Opera Gems and Classical Favorites

Author: Nancy Faber
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
ISBN: 1616779195
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 80

Book Description
(Faber Piano Adventures ). In this inspiring collection, late-elementary to early-intermediate pianists will find appealing arrangements that advance skills while exploring masterworks of Western music. The famous orchestral, keyboard, and operatic repertoire here spans four periods of music history. In the Baroque & Classical section, discover the elegance of Bach, the beauty of Mozart and the passion of Beethoven. Through the pages of the Romantic & Impressionistic section, sample the lyricism of Chopin, the drama of Grieg, and the atmosphere of Debussy. May the melodies of these and many other composers open an enduring world of expression and sound.

Jazz Piano Masterclass: The Drop 2 Book

Author: Mark Levine
Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
ISBN: 1457101408
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 124

Book Description
The most comprehensive book ever written on how to create the 4-note, block-chord approach to jazz piano playing used by masters like McCoy Tyner, Bill Evans, Barry Harris, Cedar Walton, etc. In this book, world-renowned pianist and educator Mark Levine provides a step-by-step, beginning to advanced, masterclass on how to create, practice and extend this most useful appraoch to jazz chord voicings.

Accelerated Piano Adventures for the Older Beginner: Lesson Book 1

Author:
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
ISBN: 1616777400
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 96

Book Description
(Faber Piano Adventures ). Book 1 covers fundamental rhythms, all the notes of the grand staff, C position, G position. Contents include: Aloha Oe * Amazing Grace * Bagpipes * Bus Stop Boogie * Camptown Races * Chant of the Monk * Chant of the Monks * Chinese Dragon * Chord Crossings * Dreamscape * Eine Kleine Nachtmusik * English Minuet * Fife and Drums * Forest Drums * French Minuet.

The Foundation Pianist, Book 1, Bk 1

Author: Karen Marshall
Publisher: Piano Trainer Series
ISBN: 9780571540655
Category : Piano
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The Foundation Pianist, Book 1 is a book for students beyond the beginner stage who want to develop a technical and musical foundation to help them progress on to intermediate levels. Exploring piano technique through a variety of elements, the book includes daily exercises, sight-reading, repertoire, and musical time travel. This series includes two books that not only develop students' technique, reading, theory, and musicianship, but also provide an invaluable insight into the world of classical music, from madrigals to symphonies and operas to concertos.

Jazz Works

Author: Ann Collins
Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing
ISBN: 9780739010327
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 100

Book Description
Jazz Works is a beginning jazz piano method created for the classically trained pianist who plays and reads on the intermediate level. Concepts and skills are presented through example and explanation in each chapter. Practice exercises prepare the player to apply the new skills to the tunes included in each chapter. Pieces are presented in lead sheet format: melody lines with alphabet chord symbols. Accompaniment tracks for most exercises and all tunes are recorded on the 2 CDs included and are also available separately in General MIDI Disk format.

Mastering Piano Technique

Author: Seymour Fink
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
ISBN: 9780931340468
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 196

Book Description
(Amadeus). This holistic approach to the keyboard, based on a sound understanding of the relationship between physical function and musical purpose, is an invaluable resource for pianists and teachers. Professor Fink explains his ideas and demonstrates his innovative developmental exercises that set the pianist free to express the most profound musical ideas. HARDCOVER.