The Boosey and Hawkes Solo Piano Collection provides the intermediate pianist with exciting repertoire in accessible yet authentic arrangements.This collection contains 33 American classics arranged for the intermediate pianist, including well-known themes from the stage, screen and concert hall by Leonard Bernstein, Aaron Copland, Duke Ellington, George Gershwin, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Stephen Sondheim and many more. / Piano

A comprehensive and historically significant song collection this massive volume captures the hopes and tragedy of the Civil War era. Songs are grouped into the following categories: The Union The Confederacy Lincoln UniversalSentiments Soldiers Songs Battles Negro Spirituals & Abolitionist Songs The Lighter Side and Post Bellum. A special feature of this text is the inclusion of authentic formal and informal portraits plus depicting militaryencampment of the aftermath of the battle. Arranged for voice with piano accompaniment and guitar chords.

This collection was inspired by the sheer beauty of the American landscape and the ongoing pioneer spirit which continues to shape our great nation. The vivid sound images in each piece keep a pedagogical purpose always at hand with the pianistic challenges providing practical techniques to prepare the late-intermediate to early-advanced pianist for the beloved masterworks of Debussy Ravel Griffes and Copland. Perfect material for recitals these pieces are 3-6 pages in length