Classic Pieces Volume 1

The ?Easy Concert Pieces? series offers a wide spectrum of pieces from the Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Modern eras. The repertoire enriches the daily exercises and double bass tutor and is suited for all kinds of auditions. It contains original works for double bass solo as well as orchestral excerpts and arrangements of famous classical masterpieces. Volume 1 (easy) contains pieces in half and first position, with easy rhythms and melodies. It includes easy strokes and articulations such as portato, staccato and legato. Some pieces contain easy Flageolets. This volume offers a broad selection of classical masterpieces in easy arrangements.Volume 2 (easy to intermediate) contains pieces up to the 3rd position. As some new double bass tutors have a different approach in introducing position changes, volume 2 offers several pieces which reach the 2nd position, some pieces using only 1st and 3rd positions and some more difficult pieces which encompass all positions from half to third position. This volume consists of more original works.Volume 3 (intermediate) increases the repertoire up to the 6th position and requires a good control of the lower positions. It makes higher demands on expressive playing and interpretation, velocity and rhythm, as well as bowing techniques with articulation and phrasing./ Recueil / Contrebasse et Piano

Ce volume est un vrai plaisir : cinquante pièces faciles couvrant cinq siècles qui attend d'être découvert, en notation musicale standard et tablature. Simples pièces folkloriques sont inclus aux côtés de la célèbres classiques par Carulli, Paganini, DORS et Tárrega. Melod / Guitare

With the new Urtext Primo series Wiener Urtext Edition intends to bridge the gap between studying a Piano method and taking additional lessons. Beginning with a performance level which is outlined by pieces such as Bach's Minuet in G (BWV Anh. 116) Mozart's Minuet in F (KV 5) or Schumann's Wilder Reiter (Op. 68/8) works by three different composers are selected for each volume in the series with the aim of offering Piano pupils (or even adults who want to resume Piano playing) a wide range of repertoire pieces on the basis of which they can enhance their technical and musical skills. The pieces' range of levels of difficulty is relativelynarrow so that the volume can be used continuously over a period of about two years. This is what distinguishes the Urtext Primo approach from almost all common anthologies. The selected repertoire takes into account not only pieces of the classic canon of lessons but also lesser known works which are in no way of less importance for Piano lessons. The Urtext Primo volumes are published in the internationally recognised standard of the Wiener Urtext editions. The explanations included in each volume shall help to deepen the knowledge of musical styles music history and piano playing. A repertoire chart at the end of each volume gives a rough overview of the levels of difficulty of the selected pieces. Volume 1 contains both frequently played educational works by Bach and lesser known pieces by Handel and Scarlatti Volume 2 compositions by Haydn and Mozart as well as musically and educationally attractive pieces by Cimarosa. Volume 3 (scheduled for publication in summer 2013) contains pieces by Beethoven Schubert and Hummel Volume 4 (scheduled for publication in early 2014) works by Schumann Brahms and Theodor Kirchner. Further volumes are being planned.

String Festival Solos are economical collections of transcriptions by Samuel Applebaum. In two volumes for each instrument the solos are in progressive order of difficulty. Each volume contains nine pieces -- all classic titles in the Applebaum teaching repertoire. Some of these have been hard to find. Volume I progresses from Level 1 to Level 2 Volume II progresses from Level 2 to Level 3. The solos are useful for teaching technique dynamics phrasing and overall musicianship. String Festival Solos are excellent for recitals auditions and performances for assemblies concerts or festivals. Contains: Two Austrian FolkTunes (Kohler) * Rigaudon (Lee) * First Sonatina (Drew) * Minuet (Pleyel) * March (Clarke) * Second Sonatina (Drew) * The Strange Man (Schumann) * Two Classical Pieces (Reinagle) * Adagio and Allegro (Galliard).

Sammlung beliebter klassischer Melodien in leichter bis mittelschwerer Fassung-Hans-Günter Heumann (b. 1955) is a German composer teacher and author who has published several successful Piano methods and study volumes. His ambition of presenting classical music in an accessible way to the widest possible audience is clear in Children’s Classic Piano: Volume 3. It contains a large assortment of popular classical melodies all especially arranged for the young pianist including works by Haydn Mendelssohn Offenbach Tchaikovsky Schubert Grieg Mozart Schumann and more! These pieces span many styles and genres giving you a wealth of easily playable repertoire at your fingertips.

Par HEIM NORMAN. Ce livre est le premier d'une série de 3 volumes qui présente des solos pour clarinette et piano, avec chaque volume a marqué à un niveau spécifique. Ce volume est destiné à être utilisé par le joueur de clarinette élémentaire dans la première année à dix-huit mois d'étude. Parmi les solos sont notés principalement dans le registre du chalumeau, avec seulement brèves extensions dans le registre clarion. Autres solos sera plus difficile par la présence des phrases plus centrés dans le registre clarion. Quelques oeuvres présentent des changements de Registre au sein de la phrase qui nécessite une attention supplémentaire. Doigtés suppléants ont été suggérées dans certains passages en utilisant les symboles habituels. La musique a été composée par maîtres compositeurs qui vivaient dans des XVIIIe et XIXe siècles, et la musique a été adaptée ici pour la performance de la clarinette. La musique utilisée représente une variété de styles musicaux, donnant ainsi le joueur une expérience de grande performance. Marques de métronome ont été suggérées pour chaque travail à donner au joueur une ligne directrice pour... / Niveau : Débutant / Classic - Solos / Recueil / Clarinette

Easy Piano Pieces with Practising Tips-With the new Urtext Primo series the Wiener Urtext Edition wants to close the gap arising at the point of transition to additional lessons after having studied a Piano method. Beginning with a performance level which is outlined by pieces such as Bach's Minuet in G (BWV Anh. 116) Mozart's Minuet in F (KV 5) or Schumann's Wilder Reiter (Op. 68/8) works by three different composers are selected for each volume of the Urtext Primo series with the aim of offering Piano pupils (or even adults who want to resume Piano playing) a wide range of repertoire pieces on the basis of which they can enhance their technical and musical skills. Thepieces' range of levels of difficulty is relatively narrow so that the volume can be used continuously over a period of about two years. This is what distinguishes the Urtext Primo approach from almost all common anthologies. The selected repertoire takes into account not only pieces of the classic canon of lessons but also lesser known works which are in no way of less importance for Piano lessons. The Urtext Primo volumes are published in the internationally recognised standard of the Wiener Urtext editions. The explanations included in each volume shall help to deepen the knowledge of musical styles music history and Piano playing. A repertoire chart at the end of each volume gives a rough overview of the levels of difficulty of the selected pieces. Volume 4 combines works of the German Romanticism by Schumann Brahms and Theodor Kirchner. Apart from well known pieces from Schumann's 'Album for the Youth' and the easiest waltzes from opus 39 (in the easier version) by Brahms the selection contains the attractive set of variations from Schumann's first Youth Sonata Op. 118/1 and Brahms’ Saraband in A minor WoO 5/1 as well as a number of pleasant pieces by Theodor Kirchner which continue the tonal air of Schumann and Brahms in easy playable pieces.

Essential Repertoire for Piano. Core Classics is a collection of seven books of music from the piano canon, selected and graded by leading educationalists. Drawn from ABRSM's extensive back catalogue, each volume contains a rich selection of engaging pieces to form the backbone of any pianist's repertoire. From Bach to Beethoven, Scarlatti to Schumann, this series includes an abundance of much-loved pieces. All pieces have been carefully selected to ensure that each book is nothing short of a 'teacher's toolkit' - works that any teacher would want their pupils to learn as part of their musical journey. Each book is authoritatively graded, with pieces gradually increasing in difficulty throughout. Thebooks are equally valuable for learners working towards a grade exam, between grades, or playing for leisure, building technical skills and confidence. With an elegant and attractive design, and an unrivalled range of repertoire, this is an essential collection for piano teachers and learners alike. Core Classics is a collection of seven books of music from the piano canon, selected and graded by leading educationalists. Drawn from ABRSM's extensive back catalogue, each volume contains a rich selection of engaging pieces to form the backbone of any pianist's repertoire. From Bach to Beethoven, Scarlatti to Schumann, this series includes an abundance of much-loved pieces. All pieces have been carefully selected to ensure that each book is nothing short of a 'teacher's toolkit' - works that any teacher would want their pupils to learn as part of their musical journey. Each book is authoritatively graded, with pieces gradually increasing in difficulty throughout. Thebooks are equally valuable for learners working towards a grade exam, between grades, or playing for leisure, building technical skills and confidence. With an elegant and attractive design, and an unrivalled range of repertoire, this is an essential collection for piano teachers and learners alike. / Pédagogie / Recueil / Piano

In this final volume for the intermediate flutist Doriot Dwyer of the Boston Symphony guides you through a challenging group of classic pieces with piano accompaniment. Read her performance suggestions and take her place with the professional piano accompanist as you prepare yourself for the advanced levels of flute performance! Includes a high-quality printed music score annotated with performance suggestions and a compact disc with complete versions (with soloist) followed by piano accompaniments to each piece minus the soloist. Performed by Doriot Anthony Dwyer flute Accompaniment: Fredrik Wanger piano

Journey Through The Classics is a four-volume Piano repertoire series designed to lead students seamlessly from the easiest classics to the intermediate masterworks. The graded pieces are presented in a progressive order and feature a variety of classical favorites essential to any Piano student's educational foundation.The authentic repertoire is ideal for auditions and recitals and each book includes a handy reference chart with the key, composer, stylistic period, and challenge elements listed for each piece. Quality and value make this series a perfect classical companion for any method. / Piano

This fifth volume in the Classical Piano Solos series features 19 original pieces from the masters, suitable for pianists at a Grade 5 standard.This series was compiled to correlate loosely with the Modern Course method and can be used to supplement any teaching method or situation. This volume features a mix of well-known pieces such as Beethoven's 'Moonlight? sonata (1st mvmt) and Rachmaninoff's famous C-sharp prelude, as well as lesser-known gems from Samuel Coleridge-Taylor ('They Will Not Lend Me a Child?), Anatoly Lyadov ('Prelude in B Minor?), and Rameau ('Les niais de Sologne?). All four main periods are represented.Editor's note: The final section of the Rachmaninoff prelude is presented on one visually-accessible page - the Chopin waltz (Op. 69/1) is based on original autographs rather than the oft-performed Fontana edition. / Piano

More Easy Classics to Moderns is a sequel to widely popular first volume, presenting 148 pieces by masters from the Baroque to the Modern period. As a result of the extended period of music history covered in this volume, beginning Pianists of all ages will discover material suited to their particular need. The pieces are simple enough to appeal to the beginning student as a first sight reading book. Even at University level, the student will find a rich source of material to supplement his study of theory and composition. Students, teachers, and all pianists should find these original miniatures valuable for study, recital, sight reading, or just relaxing musical entertainment of the highest caliber. / Piano

The Top Ten Contemporary Classical Pieces To Play On Piano is part of a series that has been specially designed to help pianists of all levels to find the repertoire they really want to play. This volume contains 10 of the very best contemporary pieces for solo Piano.Some people associate classical music very much with the historic past, but there is a wealth of contemporary music out there from a new wave of distinctive and adventurous writers, including plenty of fantastic pieces written for solo Piano. Composers include the remarkable Ludovico Einaudi, whose music, rich in spiritual simplicity, has taken the musical public by storm - Jóhann Jóhannsson, who set the classical system to one side as a teenager to kick loose in indie bands - and multi-instrumentalist and composer Yann Tiersen, who similarly broke his Violin aged thirteen and never looked back!Whether you are already familiar with some of these composers or not, we are confident you will love playing their beautiful music. Often simple in style, there is something magical about the way these writers make the Piano sound, so delve in and enjoy... / Piano

This volume is an ideal supplement to The Classical Piano Method: Method Book 3 (ED 13563); contains easy to intermediate repertoire, suitable for pianists who have completed Method Book 2 of the series, or for those returning to the instrument after a break; includes a selection of 23 beautiful classical duets and arrangements of well-known classical pieces, with straightforward accompaniments ideal for a teacher or friend; comes with a CD recording of all pieces played by professional concert pianists on a grand piano, providing model performances to help you learn; offers full demonstration tracks on the CD, as well as the accompaniments alone, for play-along purposes; presents pieces in a progressively graded format, providing you with relevant repertoire as your playing develops.