Keys to Stylistic Mastery, Book 3

Keys to Stylistic Mastery, Book 3 PDF

Author: Dennis Alexander

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published: 2005-05-03

Total Pages: 72

ISBN-13: 1457420864

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Keys to Stylistic Mastery teaches the basic principles of the five stylistic periods (Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Impressionist and Contemporary) to piano students. The pieces were chosen to provide a helpful transition from method books to the classics. Composer Dennis Alexander has written at least one piece in the style of each period. Information about each style period, listing selected composers, keyboard instruments and typical forms, precedes the music from that period. Brief biographies of all composers represented are included.

Keys to Stylistic Mastery, Bk 3

Keys to Stylistic Mastery, Bk 3 PDF

Author: Dennis Alexander

Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing

Published: 2003-10

Total Pages: 76

ISBN-13: 9780739034217

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Keys to Stylistic Mastery teaches the basic principles of the five stylistic periods (Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Impressionist and Contemporary) to piano students. The pieces were chosen to provide a helpful transition from method books to the classics. Composer Dennis Alexander has written at least one piece in the style of each period. Information about each style period, listing selected composers, keyboard instruments and typical forms, precedes the music from that period. Brief biographies of all composers represented are included.

Keys to Stylistic Mastery, Book 1

Keys to Stylistic Mastery, Book 1 PDF

Author: Dennis Alexander

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published: 2005-05-03

Total Pages: 60

ISBN-13: 9781457419140

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Keys to Stylistic Mastery teaches the basic principles of the five stylistic periods (Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Impressionist and Contemporary) to piano students. The 28 late-elementary to early-intermediate pieces were chosen to provide a helpful transition from method books to the classics. Composer Dennis Alexander has written at least one piece in the style of each period. Information about each style period, listing selected composers, keyboard instruments and typical forms, precedes the music from that period. Brief biographies of all composers represented are included.

Keys to Stylistic Mastery, Book 2

Keys to Stylistic Mastery, Book 2 PDF

Author: Dennis Alexander

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published: 2005-05-03

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 9781457419157

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Keys to Stylistic Mastery teaches the basic principles of the five stylistic periods (Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Impressionist and Contemporary) to piano students. The pieces were chosen to provide a helpful transition from method books to the classics. Composer Dennis Alexander has written at least one piece in the style of each period. Information about each style period, listing selected composers, keyboard instruments and typical forms, precedes the music from that period. Brief biographies of all composers represented are included.

Especially in Jazzy Style, Book 1

Especially in Jazzy Style, Book 1 PDF

Author: Dennis Alexander

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published: 2010-04-28

Total Pages: 26

ISBN-13: 1457436981

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The goal of this book is to introduce early intermediate piano students to the rhythms, harmonies and other unique characteristics of jazz. Students will be motivated by the variety of styles and sounds that have that special Dennis Alexander sound. From lyrical melodies to infectious rhythms and harmonies, playing jazz styles has never been more fun! Titles: * As September Goesξ * Jazz Jamξ * Purple Sageξ * Rhythmiconξ * Smooth as Silkξ * Sneakin' 'Roundξ * Soft-Shoe Bluesξ * Soul Searcherξ * Tahitian Nightsξ * A Touch of Rhumbaξ * Valse du jour

Keys to Artistic Performance, Bk 1

Keys to Artistic Performance, Bk 1 PDF

Author: Ingrid Jacobson Clarfield

Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing

Published: 2008-03

Total Pages: 60

ISBN-13: 9780739051290

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This unique series teaches skills used by professional pianists to make their performances more expressive and dramatic. Students will explore five keys for achieving performance artistry: color, pedaling, rubato/rhythmic freedom, characterization and choreography. In-depth information helps students understand the concepts of balance, voicing, pedal techniques, playing rubato, and how to move at the piano. Titles: Bartk, Bla Childrens Song, from For Children Vol. 1, Sz. 42, No. 3 * Glinka, Mikhail Ivanovich Polka * Schubert, Franz Ecossaise in G Major, D. 145, No. 4 * Streabbog, J. L. Distant Bells, from 12 Melodious Pieces, Op. 63, No. 6 * Bartk, Bla Childrens Game, from For Children, Sz. 48, No. 8 * Tchaikovsky, Peter Ilyich. Old French Song, from Album for the Young, Op. 39, No. 16 * Gurlitt, Cornelius In the Garden, from Album for the Young, Op. 140, No. 4 * Tchaikovsky, Peter Ilyich. Morn

Especially for Christmas, Bk 3

Especially for Christmas, Bk 3 PDF

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Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing

Published: 2008-07

Total Pages: 28

ISBN-13: 9780739055786

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The Especially for Christmas series includes arrangements of some of the world's favorite carols as well as familiar Christmas songs. Book 3 features traditional carols such as The Coventry Carol, Joy to the World and O Come, All Ye Faithful as well as popular songs such as (There's No Place Like) Home for the Holidays, I'll Be Home for Christmas and a boogie version of Jingle Bells. Pianists of all ages will enjoy the sophisticated yet accessible arrangements found in this series. 24 pages.

Especially for Adults, Book 3

Especially for Adults, Book 3 PDF

Author: Dennis Alexander

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published:

Total Pages: 28

ISBN-13: 9781457427299

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Each book in this series contains arrangements and original pieces that provide beautiful, rich harmonies, numerous patterns that easily fit the hands and lyrical melodies that speak to the heart. These sophisticated books are the perfect supplement for any adult method book and include a wealth of motivational repertoire. Titles: * Canon in D/New World Symphony Medley * Cappuccino Rag * Georgetown Lake * Just Groovin' * Missing You * Nocturne in E-Flat Major, Op. 9, No. 2 * Touch a Rainbow.

Five-Star Solos, Book 5

Five-Star Solos, Book 5 PDF

Author: Dennis Alexander

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published: 2016-02-19

Total Pages: 26

ISBN-13: 1470636441

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Book 5 of the Five-Star Solos series provides a wide variety of pieces to teachers and intermediate-level students. An array of styles, colors, tempos, and moods are included. Ballads, waltzes, Latin pieces, contemporary sounds, and "showstoppers" all combine to make teaching fun and exciting. Students will be rewarded with music that sets them apart from the crowd. Titles: * Arietta in G Major * Evening in Andalucia * Get My Drift? * Just a Tad Funky! * Rhythmosity * Shenandoah * You Gotta Toccata!

Five-Star Solos, Book 1

Five-Star Solos, Book 1 PDF

Author: Dennis Alexander

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published: 2015-02-23

Total Pages: 26

ISBN-13: 1470628988

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The books in the Five-Star Solos series give students and teachers a wide variety of pieces at graded levels. Different styles, colors, tempos, and moods are included in each book. Ballads, waltzes, Latin tunes, contemporary sounds, and "showstoppers" all combine to make teaching both fun and exciting. Students will be rewarded with music that clearly sets them apart from the crowd. Titles: * Country Jamboree! * Crash, Bang, Boogie! * Forever True * Hiking Buddies * Magical Creatures * My First Sonatina * Simple Things * Scottish Highlanders * There's Music in a Hammer * Tribal Dance * Victory March!