Par MIER MARTHA. Classical melodies from piano, opera, and orchestral literature are revisited in this unique series. The arrangements feature jazz styles including ragtime and blues. Students who are familiar with some of these gems will enjoy their new settings while those playing them for the first time will become familiar with these wonderful melodies. Titles: Boogie for Elise * Habanera * Ja…

Par MIER MARTHA. Book 4 of this series continues with four duets in jazz, rags, and blues styles. The duets are slightly longer than the duets in books 1 through 3, creating a satisfying performance experience for advancing students. 'These duets would be a great addition to any recital or performance experience is excellent for sight reading at a lesson with the teacher; or used to provide person…

Par MIER MARTHA. / Niveau : LATE ELEMENTARY / Répertoire / Piano

12 Short Piano Solos. Par MIER MARTHA. Composers first began writing character pieces in the Romantic period as a personal, inward-looking form of musical expression, on a smaller scale than sonatas of the Classical period. These new character pieces emulate this important art form and are carefully graded for students at the intermediate to late intermediate level. Some are bold in character, whi…

Par MIER MARTHA. Jazz is an important and distinctive American contribution to 20th-century music. The Jazz, Rags and Blues series includes pieces that reflect the variety of styles that represent the jazz idiom. The syncopated rhythms, colourful harmonies, and authenticity of the originals can be shared between friends, or played as a flute solo using the superb backing tracks from the accompanyi…

Par MIER MARTHA. Students will be inspired and motivated by the syncopated rhythms and the colorful, rich harmonies of jazz. Detailed articulation, dynamic and pedal markings create a thoughtful and thorough performance. Titles: Christmas Medley * The First Noel *Go Tell it on the Mountain * Jingle Bells * Jolly Old St. Nicholas * We Three Kings of Orient Are * We Wish You a Merry Christmas. / Ins…

This Christmas song is arranged for intermediate piano solo by Martha Mier. The left hand plays a steady rhythmic accompaniment in 3/4 meter that sets the quiet mood of the piece. The right hand plays the melody using triads and octaves in parallel motion. This begins in the key of E minor and ends contemplatively with rolled chords in G major. / Piano

Jazz, Rags and Blues, Books 1 through 5 contain original solos for late elementary to early advanced-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 CD includes dynamic recordings of each song in the book. / Piano

Martha Mier offers stirring renditions of six of America's favorite patriotic songs that will encourage intermediate pianists to musically celebrate their love of country. The arrangements are appropriate for sharing at home, school, recitals, and with friends. Uplifting introductions and dramatic endings beautifully bookend the enduring simplicity and beauty of melodies. The history and spirit of…

Jazz, Rags and Blues, Books 1 through 5 contain original solos for late elementary to early advanced-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 CD includes dynamic recordings of each song in the book. / Piano

Au fil des ans, Alfred Music et Myklas Music Press ont publié des solos pour la saison d'Halloween qui sont devenus des favoris des étudiants et des enseignants. Les pièces de cette série représentent les solos les plus populaires et efficaces issus des catalogues des deux sociétés. Divisé en quatre collections graduées, les travaux en cours sont inclus par Sharon Aaronson, Dennis Alexander, Chris…

Le guitariste classique totale enseigne les rudiments de la guitare classique, du début à la fin des niveaux intermédiaire. Cette méthode caractéristiques intéressantes en profondeur des leçons sur la bonne technique et de gauche, la posture, les ornements et les insultes, l'esthétique de performance, les soins de l'ongle, et bien plus encore. Destiné à ceux qui ont une expérience de jeu de guitar…