26 pieces in all major and minor keys (pentatonic melody)-The popularity of Cornelius Gurlitt's (1820-1901) varied and abundant piano Å“uvre certainly inspired by his work as a music teacher is undiminished until today and still of great educational significance in music lessons. The musical language of his four-handed piano miniatures is very similar to that of the compositions by Carl Reinecke and Theodor Kirchner. 'Hours of rest' was published for the first time by Schott in 1880 and shall now be made accessible again for music lessons with this new edition. The miniatures have a simple yet effective structure are arranged in an educationally sensible way and have an expressive tonal language containing cantabile folk-song-like dance-like expressive and chorale-like elements. Everything that makes beginner's lessons sensible and systematic is dealt with in these 26 varied miniatures; in particular the pupils are made familiar with all major and minor modes. As in Diabelli's famous 'Melodious Exercises' the primo part is played within the pentatonic scale thus being perfect for beginners. The demands for the secondo player are somewhat higher. A valuable addition to the piano duet repertoire.

Little Pieces on 5 Notes Piano - 4 Hands-Here are 20 compositions or 'little pieces' on five notes. Another excellent program for the slightly more advanced student of the keyboard (2nd-3rd year). Includes complete printed music score with both primo and secondo piano parts and a CD featuring the duets in two formats: split-channel stereo with secondo part on the left channel primo on the right so you can play either part and then again with just the secondo part in stereo so you can perform the primo part alongside. Performed by Sondra Bianca piano Accompaniment: Harriet Wingreen piano

4 Sonatinas on 5 Notes for Piano Four Hands-This classic duet is one of the most popular and enduring pieces in the piano repertoire. This album contains Sonatinas 1 2 4 and 5 the most popular pieces from this treasured set. A delight! Includes complete printed music score with both primo and secondo piano parts for Sonatinas 1 2 4 and 5 from this set of sonatinas and a compact disc featuring these duets in two formats: split-channel stereo with secondo part on the left channel primo on the right so you can play either part and then again with just the secondo part in stereo so you can perform the primo part alongside. Performed by Sondra Bianca piano Accompaniment: Harriet Wingreen piano

Piano Four Hands-Tchaikovsky created this ambitious series of duets from a selection of folksongs which had been collected by Balakirev Villebois and Tchaikovsky himself. These fairly simple pieces are a treasure trove of rich keyboard excellence. Always a favorite with students. Difficulty Level: 1-2. Includes complete printed music score with both primo and secondo piano parts and a compact disc featuring the duets in two formats: split-channel stereo with secondo part on the left channel primo on the right so you can play either part and then again with just the secondo part in stereo so you can perform the primo part alongside. Performed by Sondra Bianca piano Accompaniment:Harriet Wingreen piano

Featuring a nautical sound this bold energetic piano duet is exciting yet easy-to-learn. Set in the key of A minor Pirate Pete includes open fifths accents and dynamic rhythm. Without a doubt your students will practice its quick-paced melodies again and again!