18 Characteristic Studies, Op. 109


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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




Burgmueller 18 Studies


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Burgmüller’s 18 Characteristic Studies, Op. 109


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The School of Velocity, Op. 299 (Complete)


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Carl Czerny (1791 – 1857) was an Austrian composer whose books of studies are still widely used in piano teaching.




Sonatina Album


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Originally compiled and edited by Louis Kí_hler, this edition contains some of the most popular keyboard sonatinas, rondos and other works (including symphonic transcriptions) of Beethoven, Clementi, Haydn, Kuhlau and Mozart, among others. In clarifying this edition, editor Allan Small has removed impractical fingerings and unnecessary accidentals found in other editions.




On Guerrilla Warfare


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The first documented, systematic study of a truly revolutionary subject, this 1937 text remains the definitive guide to guerrilla warfare. It concisely explains unorthodox strategies that transform disadvantages into benefits.




Introduction to Information Retrieval


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Class-tested and coherent, this textbook teaches classical and web information retrieval, including web search and the related areas of text classification and text clustering from basic concepts. It gives an up-to-date treatment of all aspects of the design and implementation of systems for gathering, indexing, and searching documents; methods for evaluating systems; and an introduction to the use of machine learning methods on text collections. All the important ideas are explained using examples and figures, making it perfect for introductory courses in information retrieval for advanced undergraduates and graduate students in computer science. Based on feedback from extensive classroom experience, the book has been carefully structured in order to make teaching more natural and effective. Slides and additional exercises (with solutions for lecturers) are also available through the book's supporting website to help course instructors prepare their lectures.




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.




Rondo a Capriccio, Op. 129


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"The rage over a lost penny, given vent in a Caprice," well reflects the humor of Beethoven and has been popular with young pianists for decades. The original theme is manipulated through many keys and variations in this extended "tour de force." All fingerings, pedal indications, metronome markings and parenthetical material are editorial unless otherwise indicated.




Bach -- 18 Short Preludes


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Collected from several sources, these teaching pieces were published separately in the 18th and 19th centuries as the Twelve Short Preludes and the Six Short Preludes. Students are often introduced to these works prior to studying the Two-Part Inventions (Alfred Edition 22528). This unique edition includes the realization of ornaments and guidance concerning tempos and articulation. 48 pages.