These two collections (BA 9668, BA 9669) give young students and teachers a rich selection of recital pieces, either to complement the Sassmannshaus 'Early Start on the Violin? method or to play independently from it. As all the pieces are written entirely in first position, they can be used after just a few months of lessons.The piano part may be played by the teacher or an advanced student. As a…

Vladimir Bodunov's challenging duet arrangements make it possible to achieve a rich orchestral-like sound with only two instruments. He has taken great care to make the instruments equal in importance- the solo and accompaniment roles constantly alternate.These six classical pieces enable (prospective) music students, advanced or professional musicians to give impressive recitals and auditions or …

Through the centuries, the Christmas season has inspired composers, poets, lyricists and hymn writers to apply their craft in devotion to this event.This book presents 100 arrangements of favorite Christmas carols and advent hymns for violin solo with guitar accompaniment. Suggested chordal accompaniment is included for each solo so that any chordal instrument can accompany the violin. The author …

Easy duets for beginners.26 fun duets for two beginner violinists - from the pen of the prolific and esteemed educationalist and composer, Paul Harris. Accompanied by 26 short and witty poems which will appeal to both young and old! / 2 Violons

The Definitive Bartók Edition brings together selected highlights from Béla Bartók's extensive pedagogical piano catalogue for the very first time. Featuring repertoire from For Children, Mikrokosmos, Ten Easy Pieces, Romanian Christmas Carols, Fourteen Bagatelles and others, each volume has been compiled to be steadily progressive to aid learning.An accompanying audio CD features demonstration pe…

Dvorák, Antonín
Five Moravian Duets B 107
Arrangement for 4 Female Voices a cappella by the Composer
- First scholarly-critical edition
- The popular “Moravian Duets” in an arrangement by the composer
- Ideal for professional as well as amateur singers (female choir)
- With Foreword (Cz/Eng/Ger) and Critical Commentary (Eng) by the editor
Dvorák composed the cycl…

This early elementary solo will spark the imaginations of young students. Included are lyrics that list all the fun and scary things that are a part of Halloween. Using a D minor 5-finger pattern, the opening and closing sections are played staccato, but the middle section is legato, providing a contrast in articulation. There is also great dynamic variety, and a short coda at the end that uses th…

The Dark Knight---the highly anticipated sequel to the blockbuster film Batman Begins---was released to roaring reviews. Now, pianists can play music from this record-breaking film with The Dark Knight Overture, a 5 Finger piano arrangement with optional duet accompaniment. This piece contains several key themes from the film's score. / Piano

This elementary solo creates the mysterious sounds of scary shadows by placing both hands in a low register, playing staccato and legato at unexpected times, and also using accidentals. Written using an easy C minor 5-finger pattern in each hand, some cross-hand action provides excitement and adds to the mysterious mood. There is an optional teacher duet accompaniment that creates harmonic interes…