Selected Favorites


Book Description

This concise edition includes 12 pieces selected by editor Lynn Freeman Olson, based on their frequent use with pre-college students. To impart Debussy's compositional intentions to the performer, the editor has kept editorial suggestions to a minimum. However, a glossary of selected French terms provides insight into the vivid nature of these expressive pieces.




Selected Favorites for the Piano


Book Description

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.




Songs without Words (Selected Favorites)


Book Description

With these compositions, Mendelssohn wished to encourage interpretive skills in pianists by relying more on imagery than words. With the editor's helpful introduction, including performance suggestions, this compilation of 20 pieces will most definitely accomplish the composer's goals.










19 of His Most Popular Piano Selections


Book Description

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.







Variations sérieuses, Op. 54


Book Description

In contrast to the numerous flashy "variations brilliantes" of the time, Mendelssohn composed his Variations sérieuses (Serious Variations) during the summer of 1841. These variations are considered to be among Mendelssohn's greatest works for solo piano. This edition contains background information, performance suggestions for each variation, editorial fingering, and both original and editorial pedal indications.




YouTube in Music Education


Book Description

"YouTube in Music Education teaches instructors how to tap into the excitement of internet multimedia with students by creating, posting, and promoting videos on the world's most popular media service. Written by proven experts in the field of music education and technology, with a combined 60 years of classroom and instrumental experience, this book explains how to record and edit videos, add effects, and upload content. You'll learn everything from basic video production tools to advanced applications you can use in classroom and rehearsal settings." --Résumé de l'éditeur.




20 short studies


Book Description

This Masterwork collection, edited by Maurice Hinson, contains performance analysis for each of the 20 studies. Biographical and historical information are also included. 56 pages.