Music-Musical Instruments-Piano & Keyboard

Count Ferdinand Ernest Gabriel von Waldstein, to whom the Sonata No. 21 in C Major, Op. 53, is dedicated, was a longtime patron of the composer. Waldstein wrote to Beethoven, May you receive the spirit of Mozart through the hands of Haydn." The opening...

For Sonata No. 17 in D Minor, Op. 31, No. 2, the nickname tempest" might refer to Shakespeare's classic play of the same title, although that has not been proven. Still, "tempest" has become firmly rooted as the nickname, describing the exciting "tempestuous" character...

All students who play the piano want to play music that is impressive to an audience. They are drawn to pieces that challenge them to move their fingers, arms and hands quickly, creating sounds that bring shouts of Bravo!" from the audience. The solos...

All students who play the piano want to play music that is impressive to an audience. They are drawn to pieces that challenge them to move their fingers, arms and hands quickly, creating sounds that bring shouts of Bravo!" from the audience. The solos...

Titles: Chiquitita * Dancing Queen * Honey, Honey * Knowing Me, Knowing You * I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do * Mamma Mia! * Money, Money, Money * The Name Of The Game * S.O.S. * Take A Chance On...

Dr. Stewart Gordon, Professor of Music in the Department of Keyboard Studies at the University of Southern California, is held in high regard by professional piano teachers worldwide. His critical editions of Beethoven's piano sonatas provide all the tools necessary for a stylistic performance...

Internationally renowned concert pianist Joseph Banowetz presents this inspired collection of Sergei Rachmaninoff's most cherished original masterworks. This volume includes a comprehensive preface with detailed performance notes on the music, vintage photographs, and the composer's biography. The companion CD features a brilliant performance by...

Tom Fettke's extensive arranging experience comes through in this beautiful collection of treasured carols. From the delicate Coventry Carol" to the resounding chords of "Infant Holy, Infant Lowly with Gesu Bambino," the true spirit of Christmas is elegantly expressed in these artful arrangements."Author: Tom...

Book 3 includes attractive musical etudes by Carl Czerny, Johann F. Burgmuller and Stephen Heller and select exercises by Charles-Louis Hanon. The studies are organized into four units, each focusing on mastering a particular skill. Performance suggestions for each study are included, along with...

One of Chopin's finest works, Fantasy in F Minor, Op. 49 is a sonata movement with short lento, sostenuto and adagio sostenuto sections. This edition contains numerous performance suggestions, and includes both original and editorial fingerings and pedal indications.Author: Fr馘駻ic ChopinISBN-10: 0739040189ISBN-13: 9780739040188Publisher: Alfred...

In contrast to the numerous flashy variations brilliantes" of the time, Mendelssohn composed his Variations s駻ieuses (Serious Variations) during the summer of 1841. These variations are considered to be among Mendelssohn's greatest works for solo piano. This edition contains background information, performance suggestions for...

Originally composed as a set of 10 piano solos in 1922, this edition of Histoires (Stories) contains five of those pieces that the composer arranged for piano duet (one piano, four hands) in 1931. The music reflects Ibert's wonderful ability to develop musical pictures...

The contents of this book have been personally selected by Dennis Alexander as some of his all-time favorite sheet music solos. Many of the solos are among the most requested by piano teachers and students alike. The varied styles of each piece makes this...

The contents of this book have been personally selected by Martha Mier as some of her all-time favorite sheet music solos. Many of the solos are among the most requested by piano teachers and students alike. The varied styles of each piece make this...

The pieces in this book are arranged roughly in chronological order. They include the best of Mozart's childhood compositions through late works such as the famous Sonata in C Major," K. 545. Unique features of this volume include an excellent discussion of pianos in...

The Sight Reading Books teach sight reading in a systematic way by creating exercises based on the same concepts that students are studying in the Lesson Books. Also includes rhythm sight reading drills and improvisation exercises to develop tactile freedom on the keyboard. Exercises...

The appealing repertoire with charming lyrics further reinforces and enhances the learning of new musical concepts introduced in the Lesson Book. Includes attractive music created by internationally acclaimed composers in a variety of styles, plus tips on how to perform more musically. Each piece...

Learn to play guitar and open up a brand new world of musical knowledge with this exciting method from Alfred. Beginners of all ages can start their journey to a lifetime of playing either acoustic or electric guitar. Beginning with the fundamentals, you will...

This scholarly edition of Chopin's most famous nocturne includes a biographical sketch, sections about Chopin's technical style and ornamentation, and footnotes and performance suggestions within the score.Author: Fr馘駻ic ChopinISBN-10: 073902292XISBN-13: 9780739022924Publisher: Alfred MusicLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/1982Pages: 8Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.05lbsSize: 12.00h x 8.80w x 0.03d

This intermediate level concerto in three movements for solo piano with piano accompaniment is beautifully composed in the classical style. The opening theme is strong and memorable and all technical passages are well within reach of intermediate pupils. Younger pianists will gain the rewarding...

There is an animated, toccata-like feel to the opening and closing sections of this flashy etude, interrupted by an expressive and thoughtful andante middle section. Even the fastest portions of this show piece are doable for the late intermediate level pianist, and some of...

Concerto Romantique is reminiscent of such Romantic era composers as Schumann and Chopin, yet characteristic of Catherine Rollin's lyric sound and style. The beautiful, flowing melody will be appealing and accessible to intermediate-level students who enjoy playing Romantic-style music in an ensemble setting. Note:...

Carl Czerny, a student of Ludwig van Beethoven, who then taught Franz Liszt, combined his ability to analyze technique with his years of teaching experience to create exercises that increase the technical ability of the piano student. In this 80-page edition, his pieces systematically...

This unique method was designed specifically for young students who are beginning piano study in a group setting. This easy-to-teach beginners course includes all of the most important components to develop comprehensive musicians and performers. CDs and MIDI Disks have accompaniments that range from...

Book 2 continues your journey towards making the musical experience with your piano or keyboard a gratifying one. We continue with the same fixed hand position throughout this second book. This makes it easier to focus on the other aspects of playing that enter...

The definitive work on the organ throughout history starting with a documented chronological history of the instrument, especially in England and Germany. When originally published in 1877 this work was the introduction to The Organ: Its History and Construction by Edward J. Hopkins, which...

Originally published in 1913. A concise and comprehensive step by step instruction book on all aspects of piano playing. Many of the earliest books on music, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Pomona Books...

Author: Dino P. AscariISBN-10: 1403373450ISBN-13: 9781403373458Publisher: 1st Book LibraryLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/14/2003Pages: 136Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.90lbsSize: 9.30h x 6.42w x 0.60d

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

""How The Piano Came To Be"" is a historical and informative book written by Ellye Howell Glover and published in 1913. The book explores the origins and evolution of the piano, from its earliest predecessors to the modern-day instrument we know today. It delves...

""Singing and Playing: The Beginners' Book of the Oxford Piano Course for Class and Individual Instruction"" by Ernest Schelling is a comprehensive guide for those who are new to playing the piano. The book is designed for both class and individual instruction and covers...

Dynamic Group-Piano Teaching provides future teachers of group piano with an extensive framework of concepts upon which effective and dynamic teaching strategies can be explored and developed. Within fifteen chapters, it encompasses learning theory, group process, and group dynamics within the context of group-piano...

Roderick Chadwick and Peter Hill give a detailed account of the evolution of Olivier Messiaen's Catalogue d'oiseaux for piano solo, from its initial conception in the Black Forest in 1953 to its completion and premiere in the Parisian 'Concerts du Domaine Musical' at the...

When trauma stifles the music of talented musicians, the path to recovering artistic expression and salving the soul lies in a deepened understanding of how music and psychology converge.In this important book, Margret Elson draws from multiple psychological approaches and her own extensive musical...

(Jazz Play Along). For use with all Bb, Eb and C instruments, the Jazz Play-Along Series is the ultimate learning tool for all jazz musicians. With musician-friendly lead sheets, melody cues and other split-track choices on the included CD, this first-of-its-kind package makes learning...

(Signature Licks Keyboard). A step-by-step breakdown of the piano styles and techniques of Dr. John, Pete Johnson, Professor Longhair, Pinetop Perkins, and others that uses their actual licks to teach. 14 songs are covered: Big Chief (Professor Longhair) * Blueberry Hill (Fats Domino) *...

(Artist Transcriptions). Features exact piano transcriptions of 14 classics from one of the original stride pianists who went on to become a legend in the swing jazz world. Includes the tunes: After You've Gone * Exactly like You * Honeysuckle Rose * I'll Always...

(E-Z Play Today). The second edition of this folio features 75 traditional and contemporary Christmas classics, including: Blue Christmas * Deck the Hall * Do You Hear What I Hear * Feliz Navidad * Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane) *...

(Jazz Piano Solos). The second edition has been updated to include chord names, and showcases 20 classics, including: Baby, Come to Me * Just the Two of Us * Minute by Minute * Morning Dance * She Likes to Watch * Songbird * Street...

(Jazz Piano Solos). 24 tunes from the '50s and '60s jazz cats who invented "cool"! Includes piano solo arrangements with chord names for: All Blues * Blue in Green * Con Alma * Django * Epistrophy * Jeru * Lullaby of Birdland * Nardis...

(World's Greatest Classical Music). This collection includes 64 original works by Tchaikovsky at the easy to intermediate level, in a newly engraved, clean edition featuring beautiful eye-catching cover art. It contains selections from symphonies, concertos, operas, ballets and piano works, including: 1812 Overture *...

(E-Z Play Today). Includes 66 sentimental standards from yesteryear: Alexander's Ragtime Band * April Showers * By the Light of the Silvery Moon * Chicago * I Wish I Could Shimmy like My Sister Kate * Indiana * Let Me Call You Sweetheart *...

(Jazz Piano Solos). 17 Latin jazz classics, including: Adios (Perez Prado, Astor Piazzolla) * Brazil (Xavier Cugat, Django Reinhardt) * A Day in the Life of a Fool (Stan Getz, Paul Desmond) * Desafinado (Stan Getz, Antonio Carlos Jobim) * Mambo #5 (Perez Prado,...

(E-Z Play Today). A comprehensive collection of 60 songs, including: Amazing Grace * Do Lord * The Family of God * Get All Excited * He Touched Me * His Eye Is on the Sparrow * I Saw the Light * In the Garden...

(Easy Piano Songbook). Easy arrangements of 29 traditional songs of faith: Amazing Grace * Church in the Wildwood * His Eye Is on the Sparrow * Just a Closer Walk with Thee * In the Garden * Precious Memories * Rock of Ages *...

(Piano Duet). 10 easy piano duets: Alleluia * Ave Maria * Canon * Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy * Hallelujah * Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring * Morning * Ode to Joy * Panis Angelicus * The Swan.Author: Hal Leonard CorpISBN-10: 063400297XISBN-13: 9780634002977Publisher:...

Who Should Read This Book?You have a piano or keyboard and have you been watching some lesson videos on the Internet. However, you are frustrated and confused by the slow pace of your progress.Or the piano book that you have been using is tough...

Piano Gallery is a beautiful collection of piano pieces inspired by great works of art. By best-selling composer Pam Wedgwood, the intermediate-level pieces are accompanied by explanatory text and a stunning pull-out poster featuring all the paintings. Titles: Approach to Venice (Turner) * Bathers...

A Piece a Week Piano, Grade 3 is ideal to be used alongside the Improve Your Sight-Reading graded piano books to support and improve the reading skills fundamental to successful sight-reading. These fun, short pieces are specifically written to be learned one per week....

Improve Your Sight-Reading Teacher's Book (Piano Grades 1-5) provides teachers with a range of meticulously graded, progressive sight-reading tests to use in lessons. Specifically written to work alongside the best-selling Improve Your Sight-reading graded series for pupils, it mirrors the introduction of key concepts...