Dances for Christmas, Bk 1


Book Description

Combining the best of Christmas melodies with the vitality of dance rhythms, this two-book series is a perfect way to celebrate the most joyous time of the year. Whether taking the form of a Waltz, a Polka, or a Cha-cha-cha, the pieces in this book will have both performers and audiences looking at Christmas tunes in a whole new light. Titles: Feliz Navidad (Tango) * The First Noel (Waltz) * Jingle Bell Rock (Rock and Roll) * Jingle Bells (Polka) * Up on the Housetop (Cha-Cha-Cha) * We Wish You a Merry Christmas (Scottish Reel)




Dances for Christmas, Bk 2


Book Description

Combining the best of Christmas melodies with the vitality of dance rhythms, this two-book series is a perfect way to celebrate the most joyous time of the year. Whether taking the form of a Bolero, a Waltz, or a Paso Doble, the pieces in this book will have both performers and audiences looking at familiar Christmas tunes in a whole new light. Titles: Jolly Old Saint Nicholas (Gigue) * The Little Drummer Boy (Bolero) * Silent Night (Waltz) * The Twelve Days of Christmas (Gavotte) * What Child is This (Paso Doble) * Winter Wonderland (Salsa)




Celebrated Christmas Duets, Book 1


Book Description

The Celebrated Christmas Duets series features arrangements of sacred carols and secular songs that are favorites of piano students at all levels. New and exciting harmonies and rhythms create satisfying musical experiences, and careful balancing of the primo and secondo parts gives both performers a chance to shine. Titles: * Away in a Manger * God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen * Jingle Bells * The Little Drummer Boy * Up on the Housetop. 24 pages.




The Christmas Carol Dance Book


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The Christmas Carol Dance Book


Book Description

'Carol' once implied dance as much as song and to bring the two back together Dr John Gardiner-Garden has devised 71 social participatory dances in dozens of different formations to fit well-loved Christmas carols from the last 7 centuries. The dances all work perfectly, are lots of fun, and, in their style and figures, echo the various carols' historical origins and lyrical storyline. The book contains easy-to-follow instructions to all the dance, full carol lyrics, chorded musical notation, historical notes and wonderful illustrations. Sing while you dance and dance while you sing! Second edition, 100 A4 pages.




Classics Alive, Bk 1


Book Description

Classics Alive Book 1 offers teachers and students a wide selection of literature to help pace musical and technical development evenly and with ease. The book presents 72 pieces of standard teaching literature by 12 composers----familiar and not so familiar---who wrote exceptionally well for the late-elementary/early-intermediate student. Studying these works will give students a solid foundation in the best literature available at their level, and will prepare them to proceed to more advanced music. The pieces are easy to learn, rewarding to play and sound great!




Preludes for Piano: Complete Collection


Book Description

Preludes for Piano: Complete Collection, contains 20 intermediate to late intermediate piano solos that explore and develop lyrical playing. The pieces are appropriate for church services, wedding ceremonies, receptions, and other events where expressive and moving music is needed. Book 1 Titles: * Prelude No. 1 in A Minor * Prelude No. 2 in C Major * Prelude No. 3 in D Minor * Prelude No. 4 in B-flat Minor * Prelude No. 5 in E-flat Major * Prelude No. 6 in B Minor * Prelude No. 7 in D-flat Major. Book 2 Titles: * Prelude No. 1 in G Minor * Prelude No. 2 in B-flat Major * Prelude No. 3 in D Major * Prelude No. 4 in A-flat Major * Prelude No. 5 in E Minor * Prelude No. 6 in F Minor * Prelude No. 7 in A Major. Book 3 Titles: * Prelude No. 1 in G Major * Prelude No. 2 in C Major * Prelude No. 3 in C Minor * Prelude No. 4 in D Major * Prelude No. 5 in A Minor * Prelude No. 6 in B-flat Minor




Jazz-a-Little, Jazz-a-Lot, Book 3


Book Description

Original jazz solos designed to introduce students to the rhythmic, harmonic and melodic elements of jazz style. Book 3 contains eight solos for the intermediate to late intermediate level pianist. Titles: * Blues Jam * Blues Lullaby * Dorian Motion * Easy, Breezy Jazz * Jazz-a-Little Latin * Jazz Prelude * Kool Kat * Rockin' Jazz.




The Virtuosic Performer, Book 1


Book Description

This series was written for piano students who enjoy showing off their talent at recitals, competitions and festivals. The technical patterns in the pieces help develop strength and dexterity in the fingers, as well as evenness and clarity of tone. Book 1 features spirited and exotic works that adventurous late elementary and early intermediate pianists will find most satisfying. These pieces are also a great way to encouraged students who are a bit more reserved to reach for more emotive performances.




Christmas Duet Fantasies


Book Description

Robert D. Vandall's four duet fantasies on classic carols have now been compiled into one spectacular collection. These extended fantasies incorporate exhilarating rhythms and unexpected harmonic changes, making them fantastic performance vehicles for early intermediate to late intermediate pianists. Careful balancing of the primo and secondo parts gives both performers a chance to shine. Titles: * Carol of the Bells * Deck the Hall * Jingle Bells * Joy to the World