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Music for Piano: Intermediate
Around the World on 88 Keys, Book 1 · Solo Collection · Alfred 00-24433
Piano students can enhance their musical imaginations by exploring new sounds through new places. Book 1 contains original piano solos that embrace the musicality, colors and rhythms of seven different destinations. Each piece is preceded by two pages of information that includes practice suggestions, tips for realizing the mood of the piece, and interesting sightseeing facts.
Around the World on 88 Keys, Book 2 · Solo Collection · Alfred 00-24434
Piano students can enhance their musical imaginations by exploring new sounds through new places with original piano solos that embrace the musicality, colors and rhythms of seven different destinations. Each piece is preceded by two pages of information that includes practice suggestions, tips for realizing the mood of the piece, and interesting sightseeing facts.
Grand Canyon and Plaza de Toros were selected for the Federation Festivals list 2011-2013 and the Music Teachers’ Association of California.
Solo Adventure! Book 2 · Solo Collection · Carl Fischer PL1019
The pieces in this collection are slightly more involved than in Book 1, with more eighth-note motion, chromatic harmony, and a generally greater level of musical sophistication. Each piece paints a picture (Blast Off!, New Moon, Parade) or introduces a familiar piano genre (Ballade, Reverie).
Signature Solos, Book 3 · Solo Collection · Alfred 00-45049
Each collection in the Signature Solos series includes all-new piano solos by favorite Alfred composers in a variety of musical styles. Every solo was written for its appealing sound and ability to further the technical and musical growth of the student.
Odyssey · Solo Collection · Carl Fischer PL1013
Odyssey is a varied and musically sophisticated collection of nine pieces that will engage the musical imagination of early-intermediate players. This collection explores a variety of styles and forms including impressionistic sounds, the blues, and pieces with a contemporary flavor.
Clash of the Sabers · Solo Sheet · Alfred 00-42402
Clash of the Sabers recreates the drama of a sword fight in this bold solo. The eighth notes in many different positions on the keyboard imitate the quick footwork, and the open fifths in the bass simulate the clash of sabers when the opponents get close to each other. Dynamic contrasts and varied articulations help create the drama necessary to maintain excitement!
Storm Chaser · Solo Sheet · Alfred 00-40636
A storm is approaching! Storm Chaser is an intermediate solo that captures the thrill of chasing an enormous tornado across your piano keys. In the key of D minor, this rushing piece swirls between a hailstorm of dynamics, articulations, and chords that makes students feel like they are a part of an action movie! These elements provide a challenge but also a great performance opportunity for thrill-seeking pianists!
Chasing the Wind · Solo Sheet · Alfred 00-46269
An energetic solo in D minor, this early intermediate piece requires students to quickly move to different registers of the piano. The melody of the A section is supported by staccato intervals in the left hand. The B section provides contrast with its legato melody, accompaniment consisting of open fifths, and use of syncopated pedal.