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Exercises by the master 19th century pedagogues appear more frequently throughout this book than the previous levels. Many exercises are included that build the skills needed for hands-together playing, agility development, finger crossing skills (needed to play fulloctave scales), melodic and harmonic 6ths, as well as I chords, inverted IV and V7 chords for cadences. Also included are hand-over-hand exercises and early experiences in voicing some notes louder than others within a series of eighth notes. Includes 58 exercises on 32 pages.

This exercise book gives attention to many technic elements appropriate to early elementary piano students beginning with the down-up motion of the wrist in playing two-note slurs. Focus is also given to developing hands-together playing using mirror technics between the hands as well as parallel motion. It also includes preparation for playing 3-note chords including I and V7 chord (two-note) introduction. Up-touch staccato is introduced along with early experiences with playing staccato vs. legato between the hands. G and F positions are utilized. Agility exercises are notated in eighth notes and some early use of the damper pedal is explored. "Technic Challenges" ask students to transpose many of the exercises to other white keys. Has 52 exercises on 32 pages.

Learn the fundamentals of jazz! The flexible, modular Total JAZZ THEORY approach allows you to study in a way that best fits your time and goals. Ear Training exercises in the free INTERACTIVE Practice Studio offer even more opportunities for enrichment.Complete all 36 lessons for a total jazz theory experience, or choose the pages and exercises labeled as Basic for an introduction to the nuts and bolts of jazz. Whatever path you choose, you'll be well on your way to becoming a total jazz musician!Dean Sorenson is Associate Professor and Director of Jazz Studies at the University of Minnesota. A former trombonist with the Glenn Miller Orchestra, he is frequently featured at festivals and conventions around the United States and abroad as a Yamaha performing artist, and is highly sought-after as a commissioned composer and arranger for jazz ensemble, symphony orchestra, concert band, and chamber ensembles. Mr. Sorenson is the author of the Excellence in Jazz Pedagogy series, First Place for Jazz, Jazz Combo Session, and First Jazz Performance. He is also co-author, with Bruce Pearson, of the Standard of Excellence Jazz Ensemble Method and Advanced Jazz Ensemble Method.

This collection of ten piano solos is a musical celebration of outdoor sights and activities, including hiking, camping, forest animals, and more. The music encourages elementary pianists to combine imagination and technique as they connect with the beauty of nature. Particular emphasis is placed on keyboard exploration, varied articulation, and pedal technique

The editor has selected seventeen of the the forty-two pieces in the 1909 version of Bela Bartok's seminal work, For Children, Volume One. These selections were chosen as a result of the editor's teaching experiences with this music: pieces that are both pedagogically advantageous for the teacher, and the most enjoyed by students.Although Bartók's intention was to write a set of pieces for young people, the charm and depth of these masterful works makes them equally appealing to students of all ages and levels. For Children has been played in concert and recorded by great pianists such as György Sándor, Zoltán Kocsis, Géza Anda, Menahem Pressler, and June de Toth. There is also a recording available on YouTube of Béla Bartók himself playing a selection of pieces from For Children in a 1945 radio broadcast.

These contemporary "snapshot" pieces are descriptive, colorful and respectful of ancient traditions and scenes from New Mexico. It is rich with contrasts - from playful sounds, to the deeply profound, to showy toccatinas, and more. Titles include Sunrise, Santa Fe Plaza, On Horseback, Coyotes, Native Land, The Burning of Zozobra, and Sunset.

A full range of keyboard sounds is utilized by this respected composer in her arrangements. She includes a rich use of the pedal in melding harmonies and creating magical new interpretations of familiar hymns. Includes one original work ("Rejoice!") along with seven touching hymn arrangements appropriate for worship services as preludes, offertories, or postludes.

This talented composer/arranger largely uses the lyrics of each verse of these seven familiar hymns as the basis for these uniquely colorful, yet respectful arrangements. The results are deeply meaningful to both listener and performer. Excellent choices for preludes, offertories, or postludes.

Progressive Piano Repertoire Volume Two is a collection of early-intermediate level piano pieces from the 18th to the 21st centuries arranged in order of difficulty. It is appropriate for any age student and may be used independently, or as a supplement to any piano method. It is specifically designed to be studied after Progressive Piano Repertoire (KJGP480). After completing Volume Two, students will be prepared for Level Four of Keith Snell's Piano Repertoire (Baroque & Classical, Romantic & 20th Century) or his Essential Piano Repertoire series.

This intermediate-level sonatina is aptly named "Playtime." The first movement ("Lighthearted") is articulate and has rhythmic twists in going from 4/4 to 3+3+2/8 time that are indeed playful to perform and hear. The second movement ("Wistful") is a thoughtful ballad in 6/8 time. Jazzy and contemporary sounding swing rhythms define the concluding third movement ("Mischievous").

The selections included in this collection of delightful solos are early works from among Eugenie Rocherolle's many compositions for piano. Her abilities as a composer are obvious even early in her journey as one of America's finest composers. Diverse styles are represented including gospel, an Irish jig, ballads, a charming waltz, a lullaby and a fun piece rich with 7th chords.

"Showpieces" provide opportunities for pianists to display their skills and elicit the "Wow!" response from an audience. The anticipation of acquiring virtuosity is highly motivating for piano students because there is a special thrill in experiencing the sound and feel of playing showpieces, as well as having the admiration of listeners! The music of Ovation, Books 1 and 2 was selected with this in mind.Book Two, for the advanced grades, continues to develop a virtuoso technique with works by Mendelssohn, Chopin, Grieg, MacDowell, Dohnanyi, Rachmaninoff, and Bartók.

"Showpieces" provide opportunities for pianists to display their skills and elicit the "Wow!" response from an audience. The anticipation of acquiring virtuosity is highly motivating for piano students because there is a special thrill in experiencing the sound and feel of playing showpieces, as well as having the admiration of listeners! The music of Ovation, Books 1 and 2 was selected with this in mind.Book One, for the intermediate grades, provides initial experiences for developing a virtuoso technique, with music by Schubert, Burgmüller, Heller, Schytte, MacDowell, Pieczonka, and Villa-Lobos.

Intonation Basics(TM) is a supplementary method designed to guide students and orchestras towards development of superb intonation. Author Jeremy Woolstenhulme shares a wealth of tips throughout the Teacher's Edition, starting with establishing good posture, selecting solid open string tuning procedures, working on vertical format tuning with drone pitches, learning to blend as an ensemble, and more. The book supports Woolstenhulme's pedagogy with a wealth of technical exercises and classical melodies specially prepared as rounds, duets, trios, quartets, and orchestra arrangements. Intonation Basics(TM) also includes access to 20 instructional videos demonstrating technique and ways to achieve good intonation. Although primarily designed for second year players and beyond, there are concepts and exercises that are quite appropriate for 1st year orchestras in their second semester.

Intonation Basics(TM) is a supplementary method designed to guide students and orchestras towards development of superb intonation. Author Jeremy Woolstenhulme shares a wealth of tips throughout the Teacher's Edition, starting with establishing good posture, selecting solid open string tuning procedures, working on vertical format tuning with drone pitches, learning to blend as an ensemble, and more. The book supports Woolstenhulme's pedagogy with a wealth of technical exercises and classical melodies specially prepared as rounds, duets, trios, quartets, and orchestra arrangements. Intonation Basics(TM) also includes access to 20 instructional videos demonstrating technique and ways to achieve good intonation. Although primarily designed for second year players and beyond, there are concepts and exercises that are quite appropriate for 1st year orchestras in their second semester.

Intonation Basics(TM) is a supplementary method designed to guide students and orchestras towards development of superb intonation. Author Jeremy Woolstenhulme shares a wealth of tips throughout the Teacher's Edition, starting with establishing good posture, selecting solid open string tuning procedures, working on vertical format tuning with drone pitches, learning to blend as an ensemble, and more. The book supports Woolstenhulme's pedagogy with a wealth of technical exercises and classical melodies specially prepared as rounds, duets, trios, quartets, and orchestra arrangements. Intonation Basics(TM) also includes access to 20 instructional videos demonstrating technique and ways to achieve good intonation. Although primarily designed for second year players and beyond, there are concepts and exercises that are quite appropriate for 1st year orchestras in their second semester.

Intonation Basics(TM) is a supplementary method designed to guide students and orchestras towards development of superb intonation. Author Jeremy Woolstenhulme shares a wealth of tips throughout the Teacher's Edition, starting with establishing good posture, selecting solid open string tuning procedures, working on vertical format tuning with drone pitches, learning to blend as an ensemble, and more. The book supports Woolstenhulme's pedagogy with a wealth of technical exercises and classical melodies specially prepared as rounds, duets, trios, quartets, and orchestra arrangements. Intonation Basics(TM) also includes access to 20 instructional videos demonstrating technique and ways to achieve good intonation. Although primarily designed for second year players and beyond, there are concepts and exercises that are quite appropriate for 1st year orchestras in their second semester.

Many children enjoy the timeless fairy tale themes of dragons, knights, magical spells, unicorns, and royal characters. Faraway Kingdom provides fresh interpretations of these well-loved themes encouraging elementary-level students to grow as storytellers at the piano. In these seven pieces, special attention is given to articulation, pedal technique, and expressive playing.

This collection of eight intermediate to late intermediate level piano solos is full of contrasts indeed! It is chock-full of student favorites which are also useful for recitals and festivals! Dreamland features a rather dramatic melody accompanied by arpeggiated left-hand chords. Set Sail! and Whirlwind Fantasy are lively and brisk tarantellas in 6/8 time. Straight River Rag is fun to play with its authentic sounds and lively ragtime rhythms. The Eagle Soars is a showy ballad with broad and full sounds. Malaguena has authentic, yet accessible, Spanish sounds, and Thunderstorm! is a showy recital solo, for sure.

The works found in Classic Echoes are inspired by the great music of Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Contemporary periods. They reflect the varied styles and harmonies of music by the great composers. Ms. Yeager provides each with a musical flair and depth that make them outstanding for recitals, festivals, weddings, memorial services, and other performances. The contrast in texture, energy and mood is clearly apparent in these stylistic expressions.BAROQUE: "ala Bach" and "A Bit of Baroque"CLASSICAL: "Sicilienne," "Aria," "Sarabande" and "Scherzo in C"ROMANTIC: "Valse Romantique," "Pas de deux," "Lament," and "Prelude in D"CONTEMPORARY: "Toccata in A Minor"Intermediate-level pianists of all ages will find these pieces to be among their favorites to play and perform.

Ferdinand Beyer (1803-1863) was a German pianist, piano teacher, and composer. He wrote one of the first comprehensive piano methods, Vorschule im Klavierspiel (Preparatory Method for Piano), Op. 101. Published first in 1860, Beyer's method is still in use in many parts of the world today, and it significantly influenced methods which came after it. Although its didactic style seems pedantic when compared to the many attractive features of modern methods, the Op. 101 contains a wealth of excellent pieces for late elementary and early intermediate piano students of any age. The editor has selected 24 pieces for this collection, which may be used in conjunction with any course of study, and are suitable for recitals, auditions, and festivals.

This text helps students to "jump-start" playing major and minor scales (all three forms). Rather than rely on students only reading notated scales, each core page also shows scale fingering placed directly on the keys of a keyboard. The result? Uncomplicated and efficient learning! Ideal for older beginners and teaching approaches less focused on reading. The key signatures of each scale in treble and bass clefs are also included. Gaining the all-important skill of playing scales has never been easier. Perfect for achieving college piano-proficiency requirements.

Piano Party is the core book at all four levels of the Bastiens'' Invitation to Music Series (A, B, C, D); new concepts are introduced in the Piano Party books. Along with Piano Party, the companion books, Theory & Ear Training Party and Performance Party, provide the formula for a well-balanced music education. Colorful illustrations in all the books are used to reinforce concepts and styles, to maintain interest, and to motivate.