SKU: YM.GTP01100075

ISBN 9784636100563. 8.5 x 12 inches.

In this piano-duet repertoire series, both of the primo (upper part) and the secondo (lower part) have their own melody parts to play. It is a great choice for both children and adults teaching or learning to play the piano, as well as for a variety of uses, from piano lesson to live performances, including concerts, online video live streaming, and street piano performances!

SKU: BR.EB-8033

ISBN 9790004174364. 9 x 12 inches.

This series of easy piano music for teaching purposes presents pupils in the lower and lower middle grades with a carefully chosen selection of well-known and lesser-known compositions by important masters. The volumes are deliberately kept small in extant, since it is more stimulating for children to change the teaching material frequently. Jean-Philippe Rameau (1683-1764) is the second great keyboard master of the Baroque Age next to Couperin. His works are as unknown to pianists, with few exceptions, as they are famous among harpsichord players. The virtuosity and imaginativeness of his works lend themselves especially well to the sound of harpsichord, which is why the piano interpretation of works by Couperin, Rameau, Scarlatti and other composers of that time has been categorically rejected. But, after all, the works of Bach and Handel were written for the harpsichord and clavichord, and no one would dare question their interpretation on the pianoforte. In order to introduce these Impressionists of the Baroque Era to piano instructions, the editor has added to this series a folio of both Couperin's (EB 8029) and Rameau's music. The selection of the pieces is based on two criteria: 1. relatively modest demands made on technique, 2. various musical forms of expression. Baroque dance forms and graceful character pieces (LaJoyeuse, L'Indifferente) are typical ofRameau's work. Simplifications to a small extent of the harpsichord setting and also of the omamentation in the original version were required, based on the teaching experience of the editor. The indications for phrasing and articulation are those of the editor. The Minuet on page 6 has been precisely elaborated on in this respect to serve as a model, whereas the remaining pieces contain only suggestions. As in other folios of this series: what is here to be stressed, is the importance of working out independently the phrasing and the dynamics. Directions for this are given by the espective footnotes; these directions, however, are not obligatory. Indications pertaining to dynamics and tempo have been omitted completely; the clearly recognizable character of the individual pieces should be direction enough. The tonal possibilities of the piano should in any case by used subtly. The very precise fingerings have been adapted to the suggested phrasings and to the corresponding realisation of trills (according to the table). Heinz Walter, Salzburg, Spring 1980.

SKU: BT.MUSWMR101090

ISBN 9781849388849. English.

JOHN THOMPSONâ??S MODERN COURSE FOR THE PIANO is the essential piano method for beginner students of all ages. Clearly written, fun and easy to understand, the MODERN COURSE is a proven favourite with piano teachers and students worldwide, with millions of copies sold. This new edition has updated diagrams, clearer musical notation and access to online backing and demonstration tracks via PLAYBACK , a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right - available exclusively from Hal Leonard.
Coming from John Thompson, the author of still the most widely used Piano method in the world, you can be sure that quality and consistency will be the number-one feature of this tutorial for beginner Piano players. This First Grade Book provides an excellent start to your studies and includes: â?¢ 50 easy-to-play pieces â?¢ Online backing tracks and performances of each piece â?¢ Helpful technical exercises â?¢ Fundamental lessons on scales and music theory
Helping students to both think and feel musically, the Modern Course is the most effective and enjoyable way to learn the Piano.

SKU: HL.49047174

ISBN 9783795724221. UPC: 196288146971. 9.0x12.0x0.239 inches.

The Easy Concert Pieces series provides a veritable treasure trove of easy repertoire for lessons, concerts and enjoyment, carefullyselected by Rudolph Mauz, in accordance with pedagogical methods. Featuring works from the Baroque to Modern eras, a wide variety ofstyles are covered. Volume 1 contains easy pieces that are playable in the first two years of lessons. The included piano accompaniments are also easy and therefore can be played by another student. Alternatively all accompaniments are available on the play-along Audio-Download.