Martha Mier's Favorite Solos, Book 2


Book Description

The contents of this book have been personally selected by Martha Mier as some of her all-time favorite sheet music solos. Many of the solos are among the most requested by piano teachers and students alike. The varied styles of each piece makes this book a valuable supplement to most piano methods. This book contains 10 late elementary to early intermediate pieces including: * Busy Fingers * Chattanooga Blues * Copper Penny Rag * Feelin' Blue * Firefly Waltz * Frontier Frolic * Ladybug Lullaby * Peppermint Rag * Summer Rain * Swaying Willow Trees




Martha Mier's Favorite Solos, Book 1


Book Description

The contents of this book have been personally selected by Martha Mier as some of her all-time favorite sheet music solos. Many of the solos are among the most requested by piano teachers and students alike. The varied styles of each piece makes this book a valuable supplement to most piano methods. This book contains 10 early elementary to elementary pieces including: * Bumblebee Blues * Charlie's Adventure * The Chocolate Song * Frog on a Log * The Hiccup Song * Katie Cricket * King of the Jungle * Medieval Castle * Nothin' to Do Blues * Swingin' and Swayin'




Jazz, Rags & Blues, Book 1


Book Description

Jazz, Rags & Blues, Book 1 contains original solos for late elementary to early intermediate-level pianists that reflect the various styles of the jazz idiom. An excellent way to introduce your students to this distinctive American contribution to 20th century music.




Jazz, Rags & Blues


Book Description

Jazz, Rags & Blues, Book 2 contains original solos for early intermediate to intermediate-level pianists that reflect the various styles of the jazz idiom. An excellent way to introduce your students to this distinctive American contribution to 20th century music. The online audio includes dynamic recordings of each song in the book.




Martha Mier's Favorite Solos, Book 3


Book Description

The contents of this book have been personally selected by Martha Mier as some of her all-time favorite sheet music solos. Many of the solos are among the most requested by piano teachers and students alike. The varied styles of each piece makes this book a valuable supplement to most piano methods. This book contains 9 intermediate to late intermediate pieces including: * Autumn Nocturne * Festival Fanfare * Golden Reflections * Jazzin' Jesse * Melissa's Melody * Morning Has Broken * Reflections of the Heart * Sunshine Jamboree * Winter Starlight




Signature Solos, Book 1


Book Description

Each collection in the Signature Solos series includes all-new piano solos by favorite Alfred Music composers in a variety of musical styles. Every solo was written for its appealing sound and ability to further the technical and musical growth of the student. These solos can be played either formally in recitals or informally for friends and family! Titles: * Waltz at Midnight (Millie Eben) * Scruffy, Puppy (W. T. Skye Garcia) * Birthday Party! (Bernadine Johnson) * Carnival Ride (Gayle Kowalchyk and E. L. Lancaster) * The Ancient Castle (Martha Mier) * Music in My Soul (Martha Mier) * Squeak and Leak (Matt Schinske) * Space Travel (Carolyn Setliff) * Temples in the Mist (Lucy Wilde Warren)




Romantic Sketches, Book 1


Book Description

The solos in Romantic Sketches, Book 1, will delight pianists who favor the Romantic style. Playing with musical expression is an important skill used in making music and is much more than just playing the notes on the printed page. Music written in the Romantic style is the perfect choice for developing this skill. These short, musical sketches will encourage students to play with nuance and sensitivity. Titles: * A Fond Farewell * Little Song * Medieval Festival * Morning Light * The Perfect Rose * Promises * Shadow Dance * Special Moments * Starlight Prelude * A Story from Long Ago * Summertime Waltz * Sun Showers




Bumblebee Blues


Book Description

An elementary level student will enjoy the "bluesy" accidentals and rhythms, playing basically from Middle-C Position in long legato phrases.




Ladybug Lullaby


Book Description

The cover of this gentle and quiet late elementary piano solo by Martha Mier depicts a ladybug sleeping on a leaf. It is in the key of F major and 3/4 meter. Tempo markings such as "ritardando" and "a tempo" are introduced, as well as the use of the fermata.




Copper Penny Rag


Book Description

Students who love ragtime music will welcome this new solo by Martha Mier. She has simplified the difficult aspects of this musical style to make this solo perfect for early intermediate students of all ages. The left-hand jump bass with full chords typically found in ragtime music has been replaced with single notes. The syncopation found in the right-hand melody is easily accessible for this level. The key of C major (with a few accidentals) allows the student to focus on the technical demands of the piece rather than the key signature. Combine these features, and you have ragtime solo that is not only easy to play but fun to play as well!