6 Sonatinas, Op. 54
6 Sonatinas, Op. 54

Author: Cornelius Gurlitt

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published: 2005-05-03

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 9781457441943

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These six intermediate-level sonatinas generally follow the traditional three-movement form (sonata-allegro, slow movement and rondo). Containing an excellent blend of Classical and Romantic period harmonies and lyric motives, the sonatinas lie well under the hands. A fresh alternative to Clementi's Sonatinas, Op. 36 and Diabelli's Sonatinas, Opp. 151 and 168.

18 Characteristic Studies, Op. 109
18 Characteristic Studies, Op. 109

Author: Johann Friedrich Burgmüller

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published: 2005-05-03

Total Pages: 44

ISBN-13: 9781457440106

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This edition is a wonderful collection of small character studies composed by Friedrich Burgmüller (1806-1874). Each piece presents a consistent technical problem, which is often the main idea of the piece, while at the same time having a distinct and lovely musical appeal. Each study is quite melodious and has a programmatic title. This edition may be used as a sequel to Burgmüller's

An Introduction to His Piano Works
An Introduction to His Piano Works

Author: Béla Bartók

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published:

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 9781457412189

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This volume contains 31 pieces from The First Term at the Piano, For Children, 10 Easy Pieces and 7 Sketches. The informative foreword includes Bartók's specific instructions on wrist and finer action, articulations and syncopation. Each piece is prefaced by a brief introduction.

6 Sonatinas
6 Sonatinas

Author: Franz Joseph Haydn

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published: 2005-05-03

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 9781457442940

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These early keyboard works by Haydn were originally called Divertimentos or Sonatas, but because of their form and brevity were later renamed. Containing two to four movements each, they include much that is the essence of the Haydn style. The "Sonatina in G Major," Hob. XVI/8 is perhaps the best known of the set, yet all are worthy of study as preparation for Mozart and Haydn sonatas.

An Introduction to His Keyboard Works
An Introduction to His Keyboard Works

Author: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Publisher: Alfred Music

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Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 9781457444104

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The pieces in this book are arranged roughly in chronological order. They include the best of Mozart's childhood compositions through late works such as the famous "Sonata in C Major," K. 545. Unique features of this volume include an excellent discussion of pianos in Mozart's day, as well as directives on how to improvise ornaments in Classic keyboard music.

Exploring Piano Masterworks: Waltzes (5 Selections)
Exploring Piano Masterworks: Waltzes (5 Selections)

Author: Frédéric Chopin

Publisher: Alfred Music

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Total Pages: 16

ISBN-13: 9781457410949

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This series is designed to introduce piano students with experience playing standard piano literature to masterworks by a variety of composers. Seven volumes in the series are available and include the most accessible and popular works in the genre, plus informative text, performance notes and detailed composer biographies. This edition for intermediate pianists includes the three Chopin waltzes: * Waltz in B Minor, Op. 69, No. 2 * Waltz in A Minor, Op. (Posthumous) * Waltz in E-flat Major, Op. (Posthumous)