SKU: HL.645898

ISBN 9781495081811. UPC: 008148008384. 9.0x12.0 inches.

NFMC 2016-2020 Federation Festivals Bulletin selection for Elementary I - III. When they originated, folk songs were passed along from one generation to another without written music. Many times they were sung unaccompanied. The melody of a simple accompaniment may also have been played on fiddle, guitar, banjo or whatever instrument was available. Over time, different performers made little changes in both melody and words. In some instances, there are now six or more variations of the same song. The tunes and lyrics in this book may be a little different than what is familiar to the teacher or student. Changes to music or words may certainly be made; however it is recommended that any revised notes and lyrics be written on the pages where they are used. Duet accompaniments offer many possibilities for recitals and school events. The duets help provide valuable rhythmic training and ensemble experience. The duets are recommended for use at home as well as at the lesson. This volume includes: Aura Lee * Barbara Allen * Bill Bailey * Down in the Valley * He's Got the Whole World in His Hands * Home on the Range * On Top of Old Smoky * Pop! Goes the Weasel * Scarborough Fair * and more.

SKU: HL.50602924

SKU: AP.98-E1130

UPC: 241444411476. English.

A pianistic and showstopping piece by composer, Timothy Brown. A true artistic work that showcases rapid 16th note patterns with syncopated rhythms and grace note accents. Finger Frenzy drives the audience to a rousing finish. Composed for the Late Intermediate/Early Advanced level, for two pianos, four hands.

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Creative material especially written to explore aspects of artistic ensemble performance.

SKU: YM.GTP01097599

ISBN 9784636975994.

From easy to advanced level, piano solo to duet. Please enjoy one melody in 12 various styles.
CONTENTS
1. Ito: Piano Solo - Entry; 2. Ito: Piano Solo - Easy; 3. Ito: Piano Solo - Intermediate(arr. by Murakami); 4. Ito: Piano Solo - Intermediate(arr. by Anzai); 6. Ito: Piano Solo - Advanced; 7. Ito: Piano Solo in Jazz Style - Advanced; 8. Ito: Voice with Piano accompaniment - Intermediate; 9. Ito: Duet(1P4H) - Intermediate; 10. Ito: 2-part Chorus with Piano accompaniment; 11. Ito: Voice with Piano accompaniment - Advanced: 12. Ito: Melody.

SKU: HL.645219

ISBN 9781495082115. UPC: 008148003624. 9.0x12.0x0.1 inches. Book/CD Pack.

This series offers students an appealing variety of styles in a single album. A brief paragraph of background information is provided for most pieces. All books include a CD with orchestrated accompaniments. Each piece has two tracks: one at performance tempo and one at practice tempo. An optional duet accompaniment, based on the orchestration, is included for all pieces at the early levels. The intent of the CD is to provide an incentive with a demonstration of the finished piece. The slower practice tempo assists the student in maintaining a steady beat, using the correct rhythm and gaining valuable ensemble experience while making practice more fun. This volume includes 12 favorites: The Entertainer * Hail to the Chief * Hallelujah Chorus * New Boogie * Peacherine Rag * Pomp and Circumstance * Scarborough Fair * Semper Fidelis * Sourwood Mountain * Stars and Stripes Forever * Symphony No. 39 * Wearing of the Green.

SKU: FJ.E1128

UPC: 241444408292. English.

This perky intermediate duet starts in F major, modulates to D major, then back to F major. It features wonderful interplay between the two players-excellent four-hand writing! Good piece for performance or as a choice piece for NFMC piano duet event.

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SKU: HL.44006256

UPC: 884088047269. English.

A lovely arrangement of this well known theme for piano duet.

SKU: HL.645955

ISBN 9781629060934. UPC: 008148070299. 9.0x12.0x0.011 inches.

Arranged by Wesley Schaum, this early American song works especially well from Thanksgiving to Christmas. Includes lyrics and optional duet accompaniment.

SKU: FJ.E1134

UPC: 241444419632. English.

Appropriately named, this colorful piece is a tone poem that evokes the earth awakening to spring. The lush harmonies exploit the full range of the keyboard with frequent modulations to new keys. The thematic material is seamlessly woven into both parts. Often the primo and secondo hands are very close to each other. The composer includes short phrases above the staff such as swaying branches, fragrant rain, and flowers blooming plus others to depict the various sense of spring. Good piece for an experienced duet team.

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SKU: ST.1122

ISBN 9790220203589.

Duets are always popular, and these seventeen, written for small pianists, are very easy but nevertheless entertaining both to hear and to play.

Adam Carse (1878-1958) was a master of composition and arranging for a number of instruments for young people and A Little Concert is an ideal entre into this oeuvre.

The use of French is not without reason since titles include 'Do Do, L'enfant Do!', 'Les Cloches', and 'Dans les Gardes Francaises'. Among the other works are 'Folk Song', 'Toy Soldiers', 'Doll's Waltz' and 'Over the Water'. The boy depicted on the cover is inviting the animals to the concert since 'Little Bo-Peep', (the tenth work in the volume), has evidently lost her sheep!