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Kum-ba-yah
by Colleen Posted on 1/17/2021
What a lovely little arrangement of Kum Ba Yah. Perfect for mid intermediate players, in a variation style. I bought the studio license because I think several students will enjoy it.
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Fantasies & Fairy Tales Songbook
by Kimberly Posted on 1/6/2021
I've had the studio license of this book a total of 3 days and every single student has picked this book from a pile of several other options to take home! It's worth noting all of the students I've given it to are 7th graders, so it's that awkward age where they want to play mature sounding things but might not be ready for super serious pieces, or they need an escape from the craziness of life. They've all made comments that music sounds exactly like the titles and takes you on an adventure like a movie. This is very quickly becoming a staple in my studio, with the perfect balance of mature music and fun.
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Amazing Grace
by Colleen Posted on 12/15/2020
What a gorgeous arrangement! I purchased the Studio licence because I love it! I have many lovely arrangements of this one already, but this one is quite beautiful, especially for an intermediate pianist.
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First Christmas Solos
by Betsy Posted on 12/15/2020
This book is excellent for that first year student who is wanting to play Christmas carols and needs the confidence of the note names in the note heads. A motivated student will learn the whole book even without teacher assistance! Be sure to get the teacher duets, too, they are golden!
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Polyrhythms for Pianists
by Caroline Posted on 12/15/2020
What a powerhouse! I purchased this book to help a student with Chopin's Fantaisie Impromptu but it offers so much more. From the composite rhythms represented, to mnemonic phrases, to mathematical exercises, to improv prompts and full length pieces, this gem of a resource packs quite a punch. The "What to Play Next" lists were an inviting surprise to learn additional standard repertoire with each newly mastered rhythm.
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A Rockin' Christmas Songbook
by Jeanne Posted on 12/11/2020
This book is definitely a student motivator! We started with Ready to Rock and moved to the Rock On books. My students love Chrissy Ricker and so do I. Thank you, Chrissy for such wonderful music for students!
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Winds of Change Songbook
by Carol Posted on 12/8/2020
In the earlier part of 2020, Piano Pronto graciously offered Ryan Chesser's piece, Promise of Spring, as a Friday freebie. I absolutely fell in love with the piece. And, I so enjoyed learning it and continue to play. It brings great joy to me. Fast forward, when Winds of Change became available, I couldn't order it fast enough. And, it is truly a fine collection of piano solos! I so delight in Ryan's baselines as I embrace an interesting left hand. Thank you, Ryan, for your efforts in composing these pieces. God bless you as you bless others with your music.
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Pas de deux from "The Nutcracker"
by Amelia Posted on 12/4/2020
Brilliant and beautiful! I played it over and over the evening I bought it. I love it. Thank you!
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Christmas Classics Volume 2
by Sarah Whitlatch Posted on 11/14/2020
I'm new to my area and have mostly beginning students right now, but I decided to spoil myself a little - sight reading holiday songs is one of my very favorite activities. Most holiday books hold a few favorites, and quite a few "iffy" pieces. I *love* EVERY piece in these books (both volumes). They are creative (Jennifer is SMART!), provide an enjoyable way to keep my technique warm, and really help tighten up my work with syncopation. Just brilliant, you should buy them.
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Christmas Classics Volume 1
by Sarah Whitlatch Posted on 11/14/2020
I'm new to my area and have mostly beginning students right now, but I decided to spoil myself a little - sight reading holiday songs is one of my very favorite activities. Most holiday books hold a few favorites, and quite a few "iffy" pieces. I *love* EVERY piece in these books (both volumes). They are creative (Jennifer is SMART!), provide an enjoyable way to keep my technique warm, and really help tighten up my work with syncopation. Just brilliant, you should buy them.