The works of Scott Joplin, probably the most successful ragtime composer, are undoubtedly among the timeless classics and standard works in piano lessons. This volume of the series “Schott Piano Classics” contains a carefully selected compilation of his 20 best-known ragtimes in the original version. In addition, the edition contains a “School of Ragtime” written by Joplin himself, in which the stylistics and special playing techniques of ragtime are explained and illustrated with practical playing exercises.
Intermediate–Advanced
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Christmas holds a unique place in the hearts of Polish people, as it presents an opportunity to unite in peace, love, and forgiveness, and to express deep reverence for the Christ Child. The “Kolendy” (Christmas Carols) perfectly embody this spirit of generosity and good will, and accompany formal religious celebrations, as well as home gatherings and festivities often lasting several days. Their wonderful folk flavor and typically Polish emotional character, ranging from sad to humorous and tender, provided the inspiration for this Fantasia on Christmas Carols, in which a series of seven “Kolendy” are threaded together through key relationships and transitional elaborative sections.
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This collection features piano works by prominent G. Schirmer composers, including: Adams, Barber, Cowell, Dello Joio, Harbison, Kabalevsky, Khachaturian, Prokofiev, Shostakovich, Tan Dun, and others. Includes previously unpublished first editions by John Corigliano and Gabriela Lena Frank. Suitable for advanced high school and college-level pianists.
Contents: ADAMS: China Gates • ANTHEIL: Sonatina (Death of the Machines) • Toccata No. 2 • BARBER: Ballade, Op. 46 • Interlude I • Interlude II • BLOCH: Poems of the Sea: I. Waves, II. Chanty, III. At Sea • BOULANGER: Trois Morceaux Pour Piano • BRUBECK: Dad Plays the Harmonica • CARPENTER: Danza • CHAVEZ: Estudio a Rubinstein • CORIGLIANO: Il January 3, 2008 • COWELL: Ostinato No. 2 (Set of Four) • DELLO JOIO: Suite for Piano • DORMAN: Prelude No. 1 • FRANK: Barcarola Latinoamericana • GRIFFES: The White Peacock, Op. 7, No. 1 • HARBISON: Gatsby Etudes • HOIBY: Nocturne, Op. 6 • KABALEVSKY: Four Preludes, Op. 5 • KENNAN: Three Preludes • KHACHATURIAN: Toccata • MUCZYNSKI: Six Preludes, Op. 6 • PROKOFIEV: Prelude, Op. 12, No. 7 • Suggestion Diabolique, Op. 4, No. 4 • W SCHUMAN: Three-Score Set • SHOSTAKOVICH: Three Fantastic Dances, Op. 5 • DUN: Eight Memories in Watercolor: Ancient Burial, Op. 1, No. 6 • Staccato Beans, Op. 1, No. 2 • Sunrain, Op. 1, No. 8 • TCHEREPNIN: Bagatelle, Op. 5, No. 1 • Bagatelle, Op. 5, No. 5 • Bagatelle, Op. 5, No. 7
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As a native of New Orleans, Eugénie Rocherolle grew up immersed in the unique musical sounds of this beautiful historic city, also known as the Big Easy. As a result, each piano solo in this collection evokes an elegant, nostalgic charm. Titles: Big Easy Blues • Bourbon Street Beat • Carnival Capers • Jivin' in Jackson Square • Masquerade! • Rex Parade.
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Children learning to play piano are anxious to play songs they know and recognize. This collection presents 26 songs to help them do just that! It includes 26 songs arranged at an upper elementary level: Alouette • Bingo • The Farmer in the Dell • Itsy Bitsy Spider • The Kookaburra Laughed • London Bridge • Mary Had a Little Lamb • Old MacDonald • Pop Goes the Weasel • Row, Row, Row Your Boat • Three Blind Mice • The Wheels on the Bus • and more.
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These 24 piano pieces are characterised by stylistic diversity and an original fusion of classical music, jazz and pop. Oscillating between day and night moods, the Preludes and Nocturnes captivate with musical stringency and pianistic refinement.
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Jennifer and Michael Watts are a husband-and-wife team active in the music industry in Southern California. Jennifer is a classically trained jazz pianist, and maintains a full piano studio. Mike is a multi-talented studio musician, arranger, composer and orchestrator working mainly in the motion picture and television industries. Some of the more recent films he has been involved with include Tangled, Toy Story 3, and The Princess and the Frog. Blues, Jazz, Rock & Rags is comprised of original compositions Jennifer uses in her studio to keep piano students motivated. The original solos in Book 1 (HL00296849) are at the Late Elementary level. Titles are: The Baby Rhino • Blues News • The Broken Clock • Frog Hoppin' • Get Down • Lazy Daisy • Raggin' Around • Rockin' the Blues Away • Sneakin' Cake • The Tangled Tango • Whenever • and Wishing for Summertime.
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From Sight to Sound is a gorgeous collection of 6 piano solos inspired by nature. Hartsell firmly believes that visual images of furious storms, expansive night skies, breathtaking valleys, and exhilarating sunsets will help a student create a more nuanced, expressive and ultimately successful performance.
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In this edition, Silvestrov has compiled for the first time five cycles from a multitude of 'Bagatellen,' his favorite genre in recent years - and even recorded them on CD (ECM).
What mainly interests him in the bagatelles is the melody, though not as something complete but rather as an answer to 'momentarily' flashing intonations, calls, motifs which the composer can no longer get out of his ear. The short form makes it possible to capture the 'moment' or 'moment musical' as such and 'bring it to a halt' (Verweile doch! Du bist so schön!... according to Goethe). Thus, the harmless miniatures are not just mere nothings (fr. bagatelle = trivial matters, trifles), they become – as Silvestrov – said half in jest - 'sublime trivia in which there is nothing except music.' (Tatjana Frumkis)
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Jazz Etude Inspirations is a collection of eight original piano etudes inspired by some of the most important jazz pianists in history. Etudes in the style of legendary greats Oscar Peterson, Duke Ellington, McCoy Tyner, Jelly Roll Morton, Chick Corea, Brad Mehldau, Count Basie and Herbie Hancock will help students master some technical challenges posed by each artist's individual style. The performance notes include a biography, practice tips and a list of significant recordings. Tunes include: Count on Me • Hand Battle • Jelly Roll Me Home • Minor Tyner • Oscar's Bounce • Pineapple Woman • Repeat After Me • Tears Falling on Still Water. Intermediate to Late Intermediate level.
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Fourteen distinctive pieces. Perfect for developing pianists of all ages, this book features inventive progressive repertoire for players of grade 3-5 standard with informative tips on style and technique for every piece. It also includes audio demonstrations by the composer.
“This collection is a must have for every student of the piano. Creative, fun, attractive pieces each with a key instructional element. McDonagh gets it just right.”
- John OConor -
Ailbhe McDonagh is an Irish composer and international cellist based in Dublin, Ireland. She began composing at an early age and hasbeen commissioned to write pieces for school ensembles, national music examinations and international festivals. She performs worldwide as a soloist and chamber musician, and released her debut album “It's a Cello Thing” in 2012.
Contents: Night Cat • Secret Garden • Razzle Dazzle • Cloudscapes • Gagaku • Blue and Green • Marimba Dance • Anastasia • Winter Rose • Rat Race • Stephen's Green • Carousel • Super Slalom • City Express
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With Children's Album and Children's Carnival, Amy Beach continues the tradition of famous 19th-century piano cycles for young players. The dances and character pieces are ideal for lessons and first performances. This new edition from the Student Edition Repertoire series was edited by Melanie Spanswick, who added fingerings, tempo and pedal information to the repertoire and wrote practical playing instructions for all pieces.
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Kids of all ages will enjoy these fun, easy waltzes that get them out of 4/4 time. Two have singable lyrics and optional accompaniments. Includes performance notes from Carolyn. Titles: Dance of the Penguins • Dance with Me • Faraway Places • The Twirling Butterfly • Waltzing Around. (See also 5 Easy Duets!)
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The tender melody of “Remember When” is beautiful and memorable because of its simplicity. Evocative and expressive, this is the piece that everyone in the studio will want to learn and play this summer. Key: F Major.
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Moszkowski's 12 etudes for the left hand, op. 92, are of high difficulty. The technical tasks are varied, and this album in particular focuses on chord breaks, “thumb melody” and fluency. All studies are characterized by a good piano movement and manageable length, which encourages concentrated practice. A great addition to the well-known “Essential Exercises” series, completewith practical information for lessons and study.
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