40 Exercises, Op. 337


Book Description

Each piece of Op. 337 consists of various sections of one to several measures, each concluded by a coda. Czerny's own instructions above the studies read: 'Each repetition should be played 20 times without interruption,' or other numbers of repetitions. 'Daily Exercises' does not mean that all 40 studies are to be played every day, but the composer recommends that about one hour be devoted to studying part of them every day, requiring about three or four days to get through all 40 of them.




Czerny -- Selected Piano Studies, Vol 1


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As there are several hundred piano studies by Czerny, it might become confusing to attempt to pick out the most effective exercises. To overcome this problem, Heinrich Germer, the original editor, chose those he thought were best. Willard A. Palmer has made several changes to metronome markings, fingerings and pedal indications where he felt certain passages needed clarification.




18 Characteristic Studies, Op. 109


Book Description

This edition is a wonderful collection of small character studies composed by Friedrich Burgmüller (1806-1874). Each piece presents a consistent technical problem, which is often the main idea of the piece, while at the same time having a distinct and lovely musical appeal. Each study is quite melodious and has a programmatic title. This edition may be used as a sequel to Burgmüller's







Selected Favorites for the Piano


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This valuable collection contains a wide variety of Chopin's compositions. Included are the most familiar mazurkas, preludes, waltzes, nocturnes, polonaises, etudes and the "Fantaisie-Impromptu." Extensive introductory materials detail biographical information and performance suggestions. Editorial suggestions in the music are in light gray print and fingering has been added. An excellent choice for advancing pianists.




Creating Music at the Piano Recital Book, Book 2


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Five books are available and they are coordinated exactly with the Lesson Books. They offer additional material for all students.




Mystery to Mastery


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19 of His Most Popular Piano Selections


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Some of Chopin's best-loved works are contained in this volume. More advanced than 14 of His Easiest Piano Selections, familiar preludes, waltzes and mazurkas are joined by "Fantaisie-Impromptu," "Etude in E Major" and "Polonaise in A Major." This versatile collection could be used over the span of several years as a student's facility develops. Helpful biographical and historical materials are provided for each work.




Exploring Piano Masterworks: Mazurkas (5 Selections)


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This series is designed to introduce piano students with experience playing standard piano literature to masterworks by a variety of composers. Seven volumes in the series are available and include the most accessible and popular works in the genre, plus informative text, performance notes and detailed composer biographies. This edition for late intermediate pianists includes: * Mazurka in B-flat Major, Op. 7, No. 1 * Mazurka in C Major, Op. 7, No. 5 * Mazurka in A Minor, Op. 7, No. 2 * Mazurka in G Minor, Op. 67, No. 2 (Posthumous) * Mazurka in F Major, Op. 68, No. 3 (Posthumous)




Humor in Piano Music - Baroque to Modern


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This pedagogical, performance-oriented collection of 19 piano works offers an enticing study in musical humor for intermediate- to advanced-level performers. A broad cross-section of piano music from the last four centuries is represented, along with a suggested teaching order.