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Jane Bastien: A Passion for Teaching (DVD)

Antonio Iturrioz: The Art of the Left Hand (DVD)

This unique exploration of left-hand piano literature features performances by noted pianist Antonio Iturrioz as it delves into the history of a largely neglected body of repertoire, focusing on both well-known and obscure pianists and composers.With a view toward expanding the experience of both musicians and non-musicians, Mr. Iturrioz offers insight into the fascinating world of left hand repertoire as he discusses and demonstrates specific techniques involved in solo left hand playing, and performs such important works as the famous Scriabin Nocturne and Godowsky arrangements of Chopin and Straus. The Art of the Left Hand is not only entertaining, but it is also a valuable and important contribution to the academic setting, as it fills a gap in our awareness of the works by both great and lesser-known composers.

Scale Skills-level 9

Scale Skills from the Neil A. Kjos Piano Library provides an organised system for the study of scales, arpeggios, chords and finger exercises. The study of technic is an integral part of any complete education in the performance of a musical instrument. Piano students who consistently practice scales, arpeggios, chords and finger exercises will gain greater finger strength and flexibility as well as increased fluency and accuracy in performance. Familiarity with these technical elements also enhances a secure understanding of basic music theory. In the Scale Skills series, eleven appropriately graded levels ensure steady progress as pianists advance in their study of technic. Each level reviews and incorporates the exercises and activities from previous levels, helping students to develop a solid technical foundation.

Duet Repertoire - Level 9

This early-advanced album features a wide variety of sparkling, audience pleasing repertoire: Slavonic Dances by Dvorák, Sonata in D, K. 381, and Sonata in B, K. 358 by Mozart, and other dramatic works by Bizet, Ravel, and Rachmaninoff.

Nak Piano Library: Piano Etudes Level 9

Essential Piano Repertoire - Level 9 (Book And CD)

From the 17th, 18th and 19th Centuries.

Nak Piano Lib Pa Repertoire: Baroque/Classical Level 9

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Keith Snell/Martha Ashleigh: Fundamentals Of Piano Theory - Level 9

Fundamentals of Piano Theory is a graded piano theory series that goes far beyond traditional method book materials. In addition to theory, the books include music history, sight reading, and ear training. Review tests are presented using examples taken from the literature students are performing. Analysis and practice drills follow theory requirements commonly required for state examinations. The levels correlate with the levels of the Piano Repertoire books in the Neil a. Kjos Piano Library.

Nak Piano Lib Pa Repertoire: Romantic-20th Cen Level 9

Jane Smisor Bastien: Note Designs - A Coloring Note Speller

Jane Smisor Bastien's imaginative Note Designs - A Coloring Note Speller is an entertaining note review for young students who have mastered the notes on the whole staff. Students colour shaped notes to complete pictures, reinforcing theory fundamentals. Ideal for beginners ages 9-10. Level 1.

Sight Reading: Level 9 : Piano Music for Sight Reading and Short Study

The Sight Reading series is a valuable new addition to the Neil A. Kjos Piano Repertoire Library. As they say, “You learn to sight read by doing it!” This series includes piano music of various textures and styles to be used to improve student sight reading, as well as overall reading skills beginning at the elementary level. The series is useful as a supplement to any course of study and includes original music by Diane Hidy (Prep. to Level 2) and Snell editions of works (Levels 2 to 4) by composers of the 17th through early 20th centuries. The works are brief enough for students to quickly read during their practice. They are also useful as “short study” pieces that can bepracticed, but only for a few days, or at most a couple of weeks. The music is not intended for performance, but rather to improve students’ ability to learn new music quickly and efficiently.

Piano Town: Halloween - Primer

Your students will have a frighteningly fun time celebrating Halloween with these new tunes, complete with lyrics and colourful illustrations! Carefully graded for all levels of development, these collections will be so successful with your pianists, it'll be spooky! This Primer Level includes 9 original songs, each with Teacher Duets for added enjoyment.

David M. Mruzek: Contemporary Rhythm Drills For Band And Orchestra

369 rhythm drills in 5/8, 6/8, 7/8, 8/8 and 9/8 meter. Major and minor scales, plus Dorian and Mixolydian modes to be used as note sets in combination with Rhythm Drills.Equally effective as a progressive method, or as a tool for practice of rhythmic challenges found in specific literature. For groups or individual instruction.

Terry Shade/Jeremy Woolstenhulme: String Basics - Steps To Success For String Orchestra – Book 3 – Teacher Edition

Book 3 of the String Basics Teacher Edition contains a wealth of essential resources for the best possible teaching of the String Basics series at grade 3 level and beyond. This book is the perfect teaching companion for using this method in an ensemble in the classroom. It contains teaching strategies with proven success that match every step of the String Basics material, so that you can maximise the effectiveness of your teaching, without sacrificing any of the notable features of the String Basics programme that make it so valuable. These strategies are divided into the two categories of performance and musical understanding – both essential to the teaching of students in an orchestra. Guidelines and signposts help teachers to know exactly how to teach each section, while the practical advice will help students to gain experience in an orchestra. Each Teacher Edition comes with a DVD containing video lessons and accompaniment practice tracks which help make the book come alive. However, the real icing on the cake is the Interactive Teacher’s Studio, a corollary to the popular Interactive Practice Studio that comes with the student books. This offers an even greater number of helpful tips and strategies to enable you to make the most of your String Basics Teacher Edition . But don’t take our word for it, Renata Bratt of allthingsstrings.com says: ”The teacher’s edition includes information about almost every exercise and tune…Without a computer and the internet, this method is good. With access to computers and internet service this method is amazing and is a benchmark in classroom string education.” To read the full review, click here.

Terry Shade/Jeremy Woolstenhulme: String Basics – Steps To Success For String Orchestra – Book 3 (Viola)

String Basics – Steps to Success for String Orchestra is a comprehensive and impressive resource for those learning the Viola at grade 3 level and beyond. Written by award-winning authors, this book covers the essentials for this level, as well as including a wealth of digital and interactive resources. Book 3 for Viola introduces independent instrument tuning, then the critical review section prepares students for unfamiliar major and minor keys, the chromatic scale and advanced note and rhythm combinations. Students will experience all this before practising a number of vibrato development exercises specifically designed for ensembles. Shade and Woolstenhulme have managed all this while keeping the content interesting and engaging, using technical exercises together with a diverse range of classical and cultural music. The String Basics series is widely-acclaimed for its use of practical activities, world music, classical themes as well as original compositions. All of these features combine to help students learn the fundamental and advanced tenets of playing a stringed instrument in an orchestra. This book, for the Viola, contains step-by-step instructions where necessary to make everything as clear as possible, as well as full-colour photographs enabling the student to see exactly how it should be done. Not only this, but the duets, rounds, trios and orchestra arrangements enhance the student’s ability to play in a wide variety of settings with different numbers of fellow musicians. As with all books in the String Basics series, the Interactive Practice Studio is included, which is accessible on any Windows or Mac computer and contains a fun and inspiring mix of biography, history, photography, audio and video to enhance learning. A DVD is also included featuring lessons taught by the authors in a classroom setting making this book perfect for students and teachers alike.

Terry Shade/Jeremy Woolstenhulme: String Basics – Steps To Success For String Orchestra – Book 3 (Cello)

String Basics – Steps to Success for String Orchestra is a comprehensive and impressive resource for those learning the Cello at grade 3 level and beyond. Written by award-winning authors, this book covers the essentials for this level, as well as including a wealth of digital and interactive resources. Book 3 for Cello introduces independent instrument tuning, then the critical review section prepares students for unfamiliar major and minor keys, the chromatic scale and advanced note and rhythm combinations. Students will experience all this before practising a number of vibrato development exercises specifically designed for ensembles. Shade and Woolstenhulme have managed all this while keeping the content interesting and engaging, using technical exercises together with a diverse range of classical and cultural music. The String Basics series is widely-acclaimed for its use of practical activities, world music, classical themes as well as original compositions. All of these features combine to help students learn the fundamental and advanced tenets of playing a stringed instrument in an orchestra. This book, for the Cello, contains step-by-step instructions where necessary to make everything as clear as possible, as well as full-colour photographs enabling the student to see exactly how it should be done. Not only this, but the duets, rounds, trios and orchestra arrangements enhance the student’s ability to play in a wide variety of settings with different numbers of fellow musicians. As with all books in the String Basics series, the Interactive Practice Studio is included, which is accessible on any Windows or Mac computer and contains a fun and inspiring mix of biography, history, photography, audio and video to enhance learning. A DVD is also included featuring lessons taught by the authors in a classroom setting making this book perfect for students and teachers alike.

Terry Shade/Jeremy Woolstenhulme: String Basics – Steps To Success For String Orchestra – Book 3 (String Bass)

String Basics – Steps to Success for String Orchestra is a comprehensive and impressive resource for those learning the String Bass (or Double Bass) at grade 3 level and beyond. Written by award-winning authors, this book covers the essentials for this level, as well as including a wealth of digital and interactive resources. Book 3 for String Bass introduces independent instrument tuning, then the critical review section prepares students for unfamiliar major and minor keys, the chromatic scale and advanced note and rhythm combinations. Students will experience all this before practising a number of vibrato development exercises specifically designed for ensembles. Shade and Woolstenhulme have managed all this while keeping the content interesting and engaging, using technical exercises together with a diverse range of classical and cultural music. The String Basics series is widely-acclaimed for its use of practical activities, world music, classical themes as well as original compositions. All of these features combine to help students learn the fundamental and advanced tenets of playing a stringed instrument in an orchestra. This book, for the String Bass, contains step-by-step instructions where necessary to make everything as clear as possible, as well as full-colour photographs enabling the student to see exactly how it should be done. Not only this, but the duets, rounds, trios and orchestra arrangements enhance the student’s ability to play in a wide variety of settings with different numbers of fellow musicians. As with all books in the String Basics series, the Interactive Practice Studio is included, which is accessible on any Windows or Mac computer and contains a fun and inspiring mix of biography, history, photography, audio and video to enhance learning. A DVD is also included featuring lessons taught by the authors in a classroom setting making this book perfect for students and teachers alike.

Terry Shade/Jeremy Woolstenhulme: String Basics – Steps To Success For String Orchestra – Book 3 (Piano Accompaniment)

The String Basics – Steps to Success for String Orchestra is a comprehensive and effective method for students learning to play in an ensemble. This book, for Piano accompaniment, is aimed at students working at grade 3 and above, and includes a great range of interactive and digital material. Book 3 for Piano accompaniment introduces a number of essential techniques and practices for accompanying a string orchestra. Through many new concepts such as unfamiliar major and minor keys, the chromatic scale and advanced note and rhythm combinations, the student will progress quickly on their way to becoming adept at playing Piano accompaniment. Shade and Woolstenhulme have expertly constructed this book to include a wealth of instructive material, all the while keeping the content fresh and engaging. Students will love that technical exercises are introduced together with a diverse selection of classical and cultural music, putting dry theory into an exciting context. The String Basics series is widely-acclaimed for its use of practical activities, world music, classical themes as well as original compositions. All of these features combine to help students learn the fundamental and advanced tenets of playing a stringed instrument in an orchestra. This book, for Piano accompaniment, contains step-by-step instructions where necessary to make everything as clear as possible, as well as full-colour photographs enabling the student to see exactly how it should be done. Not only this, but the duets, rounds, trios and orchestra arrangements enhance the student’s ability to play in a wide variety of settings with different numbers of fellow musicians. As with all books in the String Basics series, the Interactive Practice Studio is included, which is accessible on any Windows or Mac computer and contains a fun and inspiring mix of biography, history, photography, audio and video to enhance learning. A DVD is also included featuring lessons taught by the authors in a classroom setting making this book perfect for students and teachers alike.

Terry Shade/Jeremy Woolstenhulme: String Basics – Steps To Success For String Orchestra – Book 3 (Violin)

The String Basics – Steps to Success for String Orchestra is a comprehensive and effective method for students learning to play in an ensemble. This book, for Violin, is aimed at students working at grade 3 and above, and includes a great range of interactive and digital material. Book 3 for Violin introduces a number of essential techniques and practices for accompanying a string orchestra. Through many new concepts such as unfamiliar major and minor keys, the chromatic scale and advanced note and rhythm combinations, the student will progress quickly on their way to becoming adept at playing Violin. Shade and Woolstenhulme have expertly constructed this book to include a wealth of instructive material, all the while keeping the content fresh and engaging. Students will love that technical exercises are introduced together with a diverse selection of classical and cultural music, putting dry theory into an exciting context. The String Basics series is widely-acclaimed for its use of practical activities, world music, classical themes as well as original compositions. All of these features combine to help students learn the fundamental and advanced tenets of playing a stringed instrument in an orchestra. This book, for Violin, contains step-by-step instructions where necessary to make everything as clear as possible, as well as full-colour photographs enabling the student to see exactly how it should be done. Not only this, but the duets, rounds, trios and orchestra arrangements enhance the student’s ability to play in a wide variety of settings with different numbers of fellow musicians. As with all books in the String Basics series, the Interactive Practice Studio is included, which is accessible on any Windows or Mac computer and contains a fun and inspiring mix of biography, history, photography, audio and video to enhance learning. A DVD is also included featuring lessons taught by the authors in a classroom setting making this book perfect for students and teachers alike.