Recital Showstoppers


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An eclectic mix of lighthearted rags, arrangements of popular Gershwin songs, nostalgic novelty pieces, and driving boogie-woogie are featured in this book and CD collection. Pianists will find these gems challenging but surefire audience-pleasers. The CD, performed by Valery Lloyd-Watts, provides a powerful auditory tool for musical interpretation. Valery Lloyd-Watts studied at the Conservatory of Music in Toronto and the Royal College of Music in London. She earned a Master of Music degree from the University of Wisconsin, where she studied with Paul Badura-Skoda. She is best known for her expressive, meticulous recordings of the Suzuki(R) Piano School literature. Titles: Boogie Woogie Etude * Bumble Boogie * The Cascades * Dizzy Fingers * Fascinating Rhythm * I Got Rhythm * Kitten on the Keys * Nola * Rialto Ripples * The Syncopated Clock.




Enchanted Isle


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This two pianos, eight hands intermediate quartet utilizes extended harmonies in the key of C to create the mystical setting suggested by the title. Melodies are fluidly interwoven among the parts along with a rhythmically repetitive chordal accompaniment. This piece is a joy to play. Two copies are included.




Mr. "A" Presents First Showstoppers!


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Colorful, big-sounding impressive pieces that make students sound better than they are. Covers a wide range of the keyboard using 5-finger patterns. Easy rhythms with no 16ths or triplets. Its variety of styles has something for everyone. Late elementary.




Christmas Festival, Level 5


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Award winning composer Beatrice Miller takes six well-known Christmas carols and gives them her special treatment. These arrangements are very effective for church services, and will also be a hit at your next Christmas party! Sophisticated and professional-sounding. Titles: * Ave Maria * Silent Night, Holy Night * The Drummer Enters Bethlehem * O Little Town of Bethlehem * What Child Is This? * O Holy Night




The Dakotas


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Melody Bober's The Dakotas visits both North and South Dakota in three movements. In the opening movement, "The Great Plains," majestic chords, sixteenth-note runs and a soaring melody recreate the sweeping vistas of this vast grassland area that is found in both states. In the second movement, "Heirlooms and Lace," a lyrical and expressive melody with lush accompaniment recreates the sense of loss and longing when families moved to the new Dakota Territory created in 1861 and left behind precious belongings. The final movement, "Badlands Rough Rider," brings the suite to an energetic close. The Badlands regions of North and South Dakota are represented by this lively piece that shows the style and flair of a rough and tough horse and rider in this desolate region.




Sacred Silhouettes


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These arrangements are perfect for pianists looking for gentle meditative pieces to perform during church services. Titles: All Through the Night * Amazing Grace * Faith of Our Fathers * For the Beauty of the Earth * God Be with You Till We Meet Again * He Leadeth Me * Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross * My Faith Looks Up to Thee * Sun of My Soul A Federation Festivals 2020-2024 selection.




The Magic of Music, Book 1


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The exciting pieces in these collections are designed to entertain, reinforce and enhance the important music and technical skills being studied during the early levels. Students will develop their own magical imaginations with the repertoire contained in this series.




A Splash of Color, Book 3


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Written with teenagers in mind, these seven late-intermediate solos will inspire students to learn through imagery and play with feeling. Each piece is aptly named and will stretch students' imaginations to new heights. Titles: *Lemon Zest *Fields of Lavender *Black and White! *Aquamarine *Tango à la Mango *Titanium Toccata *Dark Chestnut "Tango à la Mango" and "Titanium Toccata" are Federation Festivals 2014-2016 selections.




Recital Winners, Book 2


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Two collections of masterworks from all stylistic periods chosen based on their appeal to the showmanship in the students and their accessibility to pianists at the early intermediate through late intermediate levels. Arranged in approximate order of difficulty, the pieces are impressive, fun to play and exploit a broad range of the piano's capabilities. Virtuoso pianist Valery Lloyd-Watt studied at the Conservatory of Music in Toronto and the Royal College of Music in London. She earned a Master of Music degree from the University of Wisconsin, where she studied with Paul Badura-Skoda. She co-authored the text Studying Suzuki Piano: More than Music, which was endorsed by Dr. Suzuki.




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