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Faber Music Ltd 76 Graded Studies for Flute Book Two
76 Graded Studies for Flute Book Two, selected and edited by Paul Harris and Sally Adams, covers a broad selection of 19th century study repertory, including Baermann, Berr, Demnitz and many others. It follows on directly from the first book, giving an equally broad selection of repertoire. The pieces are selected from the historical repertoire to present playing challenges and new techniques in a specific musical context and arranged in progressive order of difficulty, taking the player through to a Late Intermediate/Advanced standard (Grades 6-8). The studies are arranged in order of increasing difficulty. This book contains exercises 55 to 76, with the earlier pieces to be found in Book One. Studies are an established part of every instrumentalist's training. They place technical problems in musical contexts, and can be invaluable aids to development. 76 Graded Studies for Flute is a must-have resource for all students and teachers, and the two books feature heavily on the major examination board syllabuses.
£10.32
Faber Music Ltd Technique Takes Off! Viola
Technique Takes Off! Viola presents fourteen original, imaginative studies for solo viola, specially written with the timbre and register of the instrument in mind and designed to lead on from elementary studies for younger players to those of Mazas and Kreutzer. Each piece concentrates on one or two aspects of technique, and the whole set covers a wide range of left and right hand skills, including spiccato bowing, string-crossing, moto perpetuo, cantabile, and easy double stops. Teachers and pupils will find this invaluable, yet light hearted, collection both enjoyable and stimulating. "I have been meaning to write to say how much pleasure Technique Takes Off has given me and my students. Beautifully conceived, imaginative and great fun to teach. I have been using it at higher levels with more detail too. All power to your elbow!" William Bruce (Head of Strings and ABRSM examiner)
£10.08
Faber Music Ltd Monkey Puzzles set 2
Monkey Puzzles set 2 is a pack of 12 individual theory papers for the young beginner that follows on from the first. With yet more lively games and puzzles, it will hold the young player's interest and add to the fun of learning the rudiments of music. The papers cover all aspects of basic theory including time signatures, rests, sharpened and flattened notes, clefs and note duration. The games aid memory and encourage children to think about what they are learning in the context of play. Although designed as a part of the Me and My Piano Series, this pack would be of use to any young musician beginning to study music theory.
£11.83
Faber Music Ltd Nursery Rhyme Time
Nursery Rhyme Time presents 31 of the best-loved nursery rhymes, skilfully arranged for the young pianist by Fanny Waterman. This book is also suitable for parents who may want to play and sing to their children. This is an irresistible collection! The book is attractively illustrated throughout with line drawings designed to be coloured in. Children will have great fun learning as they play.
£9.30
Faber Music Ltd Technique Takes Off! Violin
Technique Takes Off! Violin presents fourteen original, imaginative studies for solo violin, designed to lead on from the elementary studies for younger players to those of Mazas and Kreutzer. Each piece concentrates one or two aspects of technique, and the whole set covers a wide range of left and right hand skills, including spiccato bowing, string-crossing, moto perpetuo, cantabile, and easy double stopping. Teachers and pupils will find this invaluable yet light hearted collection both enjoyable and stimulating. "I have been meaning to write to say how much pleasure Technique Takes Off has given me and my students. Beautifully conceived, imaginative and great fun to teach. I have been using it at higher levels with more detail too. All power to your elbow!" William Bruce (Head of Strings and ABRSM examiner)
£10.08
Faber Music Ltd Simple Studies For Beginner Brass
Simple Studies for Beginner Brass is a comprehensive course for the early stages of brass playing. The 38 short studies - all of them newly composed by John Miller - are arranged progressively, and each one poses a fresh technical challenge. The collection as a whole covers the entire spectrum of basic technique, while being coupled with a great deal of musical interest. An appendix contains a selection of scales and arpeggios. This book is suitable for any brass player who reads from the treble clef.
£9.30
Faber Music Ltd Piano Lessons Book Three
Piano Lessons Book Three is a part of The Waterman/Harewood Piano Series, and intoduces more advanced pieces and a wider range of repertoire from CPE Bach and WF Bach, Farnaby and Couperin, to Kabelevsky and Britten. The book also contains an extensive appendices of scales, arpeggios and exercises. Piano Lessons Books 1–3 are the central course books of this highly successful piano method aimed at the older beginner. Devised jointly by distinguished authors Dame Fanny Waterman and Marion Harewood, the series is established as one of the foremost piano methods. Technical material is skilfully and imaginatively presented, while each chapter guides the young player towards the successful performance of a comprehensive selection of pieces and studies. The Waterman/Harewood Piano Series has been devised jointly by the world famous piano teacher Fanny Waterman and the co-founder of the Leeds International Piano Competition, Marion Harewood, and is established as one of the foremost piano methods.
£11.24
Faber Music Ltd Owen Wingrave
£65.00
Faber Music Ltd The Young Violinist's Repertoire Book 4
Following on from the first three books in The Young Violinist's Repertoire series, this volume is for the player already familiar with first and third positions. It presents a broad range of European music from three centuries, including some beautiful but relatively unfamiliar pieces by Handel, Leopold Mozart and others. Priority has been given to melodic pieces demanding a sustained legato, so that players are introduced to the cantabile style, which so important to violin playing. The technical level in this book covers approximately grades 3-5.
£10.45
Faber Music Ltd Gustav Mahler: An Introduction to his Music
This is by far and away the best short guide to Mahler's music, written expressly for music lovers by a great scholar who had an unparalleled gift for lucid and attractive exposition. The book contains the full texts, in German and English, of all the poems set by Mahler in his songs and symphonies. For this new, second edition the translations have been carefully revised, and the composer David Matthews has contributed a new preface. Deryck Cooke, who died in 1976 was renowned world-wide as a Mahler scholar. His performing version of Mahler's uncompleted Tenth Symphony, published by Faber Music, has been recorded by Simon Rattle, and is widely performed.
£13.60
Faber Music Ltd The Pam Wedgwood Christmas Collection
£15.17
Faber Music Ltd Radiohead Authentic Drums Playalong
Radiohead AuthenticDrums Playalong presents 8 of their classics hits, transcribed from the original recordings for for drums with drum charts, melody line and chord symbols. Also includes a specially recorded sound-alike CD with backing tracks so you can be drummer Phil Selway and jam-along with the band yourself! Full performance demonstrations are also included. Front cover specially designed by Stanley Donwood.
£15.99
Faber Music Ltd Basics: 300 excercises and practice routines for the Violin
£35.96
Faber Music Ltd In Session with Peter Green
£18.99
Faber Music Ltd Thunderbirds Theme
£6.93
Faber Music Ltd YolanDa Brown’s Tenor Saxophone Collection: inspirational works by black composers
This inspiring collection celebrating black composers has been selected and edited by the renowned saxophonist, YolanDa Brown. Suitable for intermediate-level tenor saxophone with piano accompaniment, plus commentary from YolanDa and downloadable backing tracks.
£12.82
Faber Music Ltd Improve your sight-reading! Trombone (Bass Clef) Grades 1-5
This edition of Improve your sight-reading! Trombone (Bass Clef) Grades 1-5 has been revised to support the ABRSM syllabus from 2023. It also includes online audio of the ‘going solo’ pieces for students to check their performances against. All exercises in this book are in the bass clef. The ability to sight-read fluently is a vital skill, enabling students to learn new pieces more quickly and play with other musicians. The best-selling Improve your sight-reading! series, by renowned educationalist Paul Harris, is designed to develop sight-reading skills and improve confidence. Step by step you build up a complete picture of each piece, firstly through rhythmic and melodic exercises related to specific technical issues, then by studying prepared pieces with associated questions, and finally ‘going solo’ with a series of meticulously graded sight-reading pieces.
£10.45
Faber Music Ltd Flexi Violin 1
Flexi Violin 1 is a refreshingly diverse collection for violin with both piano and violin duet accompaniments from leading educational authors Paul Harris and Jessica O’Leary. Suitable for Initial to Grade 2 (Elementary) level players, it features a wide range of composers and the pieces have both piano and violin duet accompaniments.
£11.24
Faber Music Ltd The Piano Player: Christmas Time
The Piano Player: Christmas Time presents 25 of the best-loved carols and Christmas songs, specially arranged for intermediate piano solo, with lyrics for singing along. Contents include Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, Away in a Manger, Do They Know It’s Christmas? and Little Donkey. The striking cover features Edward Bawden’s colour linocut The Titfield Thunderbolt, 1952, and a double-sided colour print provides the full artwork as a beautiful collectible. The Piano Player series includes several wonderful collections of some of the greatest classical music ever written, specially arranged for the intermediate pianist, each with its own collectible pull-out poster of the stunning Edward Bawden cover artwork.
£12.02
Faber Music Ltd Stringtastic Book 2: Viola
Stringtastic Book 2: Viola teaches through playing in an engaging exploration of musical styles. Part of the fully integrated Stringtastic series in which violin, viola, cello and double bass can all learn and play together in any combination. Learn as you play through the world of Stringtastic, with 62 imaginative pieces that have been specifically designed to establish a secure playing technique and build confidence one step at a time. Following on from Stringtastic Book 1, this book takes the student from Grade 1 (Early Elementary) to Grade 2 (Elementary) level. Featuring equal-level duets for all instruments, the pieces are ideal for individual and group tuition as well as flexible ensemble and classroom settings. Every piece is supported by an exciting backing track plus a piano-only track for practice, all available to download. The Stringtastic Book 2: Teacher’s Accompaniment book provides the complete piano score which works with any combination of the instrumental parts. Mark Wilson and Paul Wood have developed an engaging and accessible new series of string-playing method books… The presentation will appeal to young learners, and the careful, well-conceived pedagogy will thrill their teachers! Furthermore, the Stringtastic integrated approach gives proper deference to the social aspect of music-making by allowing violinists, violists, cellists, and bassists to play together from the start. I look forward to sharing this method with my young students and colleagues in early music education. Dr. Mark Elliot Bergman, Director of Strings and Orchestral Studies, Sheridan College.
£11.13
Faber Music Ltd Double Bass Basics
Double Bass Basics is a landmark method by two of the leading figures in music education, Paul Harris and Jessica O’Leary. Comprising pupil’s tutor book, free downloadable accompaniment parts and online audio, Double Bass Basics provides everything you need to get playing. The method presents a step-by-step technical progression supported by fun exercises and warm-ups with a wide range of imaginative repertoire. Helpful fact files, rhythm boxes, music theory and musicianship activities provide a holistic approach for beginners.
£13.60
Faber Music Ltd Beginning Classical Guitar
Beginning Classical Guitar is the ultimate method for students of all ages, ideal for use in individual or group lessons, as well as for self-taught players. It provides a concise, easy-to-follow introduction to both the classical guitar techniques and music notation required to reach Grade 1 (early elementary level), supporting all major exam syllabuses. With helpful diagrams, exciting backing tracks to bring practice to life and demonstration audio recorded by Nigel himself, this book is sure to motivate all aspiring classical guitarists to start playing.
£10.45
Faber Music Ltd Yiruma SOLO: Easy
Discover the enchanting world of Yiruma with the official easy piano sheet music from his best-selling recorded album, SOLO. Released in 2021 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Yiruma’s debut as a composer, SOLO features best-loved works including Kiss the Rain and chart-topping sensation River Flows in You. Yiruma SOLO: Original presents the composer’s own official authorised scores for each piece from SOLO in accessible, easy piano arrangements that are perfect for beginner pianists. Featuring all the tunes fans want to play these luxury editions with thread-sewn binding and gold foiling also include exclusive photography and an inspiring note from the composer himself. “I have compiled a list of my pieces for solo piano that have existed for a long time. These works were the simplest way of capturing a specific moment and feeling when I wrote them. I would like to share these moments with you now and wish sincerely that my music be a hand to hold along the winding path of life.” – Yiruma “These deluxe books… offer the best introduction to Yiruma’s music that anyone could hope for.” Andrew Eales, Pianodao.com
£16.74
Faber Music Ltd In The Heights (movie selections)
In The Heights is the much anticipated American musical drama film based on the stage musical of the same name by Quiara Alegría Hudes and Lin-Manuel Miranda. This official, artist approved songbook includes 13 songs from the movie transcribed for piano, voice and guitar, plus original, full-colour photography and artwork. Lin-Manuel Miranda’s kinetic music and lyrics capture a world very much of its place, but universal in its experience. The original stage musical was nominated for thirteen Tony Awards and won four, including Best Musical.
£19.99
Faber Music Ltd The Jazzin' About Piano Anthology
The Jazzin’ About Piano Anthology celebrates Pam Wedgwood’s best-selling series in a collection of the author’s favourite pieces presented progressively for the first time in one volume, from early elementary to intermediate level (Initial-Grade 5). Including six new pieces specially composed for this exciting bumper edition, plus duets and online demonstration audio performed by the composer. So take a break from the classics and get into the groove as you cruise from blues, to rock, to jazz! “Pam Wedgwood certainly knows how to deliver a good tune!...The Jazzin’ About Piano Anthology is a superb publication which I can truly recommend without reservation.” Andrew Eales, Pianodao.com, April 2023
£16.74
Faber Music Ltd The PianoTrainer Scales Workbook
£11.24
Faber Music Ltd The Harry Potter Piano Anthology
Shortlisted for Film & Musicals Publication of the Year at the Presto Music Awards 2023 Transport yourself to the magical world of Harry Potter with this stunning collector’s edition piano anthology. Featuring an exclusive, bespoke cover by MinaLima, the graphic design studio behind the Wizarding World, with special gold foiling and a treasure trove of magical illustrations. This ultimate collection of Harry Potter piano music makes the perfect gift for pianists and Potterheads alike! The Harry Potter Piano Anthology contains 56 of the biggest and best musical themes from the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films, arranged for intermediate level piano. From the best-loved John Williams tunes Hedwig’s Theme and Harry’s Wondrous World to The Crimes of Grindelwald and Dumbledore’s Theme from the Fantastic Beasts films, this book has been created for pianists to enjoy and return to again and again.
£25.00
Faber Music Ltd Accident Dancing
Accident Dancing is a book of poetry by artist and musician Keaton Henson, detailing his life in fragments, from the extreme to the mundane. Accompanied by evocative pencil illustrations, it is an intimate and unapologetically personal insight into this extremely emotive artist. “Accident Dancing is everything the way I remember it; i.e. fragmented, chaotic and often grammatically incorrect. I hope it feels authentically like a memory if nothing else. It was just something I needed to shake from my head.” - Keaton Henson
£12.82
Faber Music Ltd Peaceful Piano Playlist: Revisited
Peaceful Piano Playlist: Revisited presents a chilled collection of peaceful piano solos for the intermediate pianist. Inspired by the popular Peaceful Piano playlists available on streaming services, it features pieces such as The Light She Brings by Joep Beving, I due fiumi by Ludovico Einaudi, and By The Still Waters by Amy Beach.
£14.38
Faber Music Ltd HerStory: The Piano Collection: A progressive collection celebrating 29 female composers
**Finalist in the Outstanding Music Education Resource Category for the 2023 Music & Drama Education Awards** HerStory: The Piano Collection presents invaluable repertoire by remarkable female composers across the ages. This important collection is progressively graded, suitable for intermediate to advanced level players (approximately Grade 4 to Grade 8) and also features a piano duet and an ensemble piece for piano, clarinet, viola and cello. Written and compiled by award-winning author and piano pedagogue Karen Marshall, each piece is accompanied by a fascinating ‘snapshot’ of the 29 composers, providing invaluable insights into how they lived and composed, alongside quotes from them or about them. In addition there are suggestions of other pieces to try, personal observations from Karen Marshall and pedagogical activities and ideas. “This vibrant collection of wonderful music from literally every musical period promises to enrich the musical lives of everyone. Female composers have suffered shocking neglect over the centuries, but society is now beginning to make amends. Karen Marshall’s extraordinary anthology brings neglected jewels out of obscurity and into the limelight, where they will be loved and cherished.” Kathryn Page, pianist, adjudicator, teacher and co-founder of Chetham’s International Piano Summer School ‘Marshall's book is much more than a practical text – it is a library of forgotten treasures that we should bring back to life on pianos across the world. This is proof that the uniting force of music can transcend patriarchal barriers and has the power to inspire the next generation to start a new cycle of creativity.’ Hattie Fisk, Music Teacher Online, 1st May 2022 HerStory is more than the sum of its parts, a singular and significant achievement, lifting the lid on a terrific range of superb music that is long-overdue its day in the sun. Not only so, but Karen Marshall has also done a huge service in further elevating the music with such a wealth of historical research, personal detail, and pedagogic insight, all delivered with her wonderfully personable expertise and infectious enthusiasm. As a fresh and varied collection of 30 intermediate to advanced pieces, the book offers rich pickings for concerts, piano clubs, festivals and examination syllabi alike, and will surely come to be regarded as a significant sourcebook of musical inspiration. These are winsome, highly likeable works which audiences will surely warm to, and which students and players of all ages will undoubtedly find deeply rewarding to play. Andrew Eales, pianodao.com, March 2022 Over the past few months, I’ve enjoyed exploring HerStory. It is a unique collection, and one which should be seen as an iconic milestone in music publishing. It is rare for me to say it, but I enjoyed every piece, and it’s a collection I shall enjoy playing from as much as I enjoy teaching. David Barton, davidbartonmusic.co.uk, May 2022
£15.17
Faber Music Ltd The Piano in Black and White
The Piano in Black and White is for everyone with an unrequited love for the piano. It will entice beginners to climb a few important rungs up the ladder, coax the fainthearted to play more and welcome back those who previously gave up. Packed with inspiration and advice, this book demystifies the process of learning the piano. There are easy-to-follow lessons with photographs and fingering guides, online audio and unique features such as finger pilates and the ‘ten-by-five’ practice method. By the end of the book you will be able to play twelve beautiful pieces, making this an unmissable book for all would-be pianists! “If you think your piano skills are non-existent or too rusty to be revived, this is the perfect book for you. It is clear, packed with useful information and constantly encouraging. Before you know it, you’ll be playing well-known tunes with confidence!” Katie Derham, TV and radio presenter “This inspiring book is ideal for adult beginners and returners alike: a lucid, creative and good-humoured guide that goes beyond the notes into the heart of music making.” Sarah Harding, TV director (‘Maigret’, ‘Vikings’, ‘Gentleman Jack’)
£22.00
Faber Music Ltd The Lang Lang Piano Method: Level 3
Join the superhero world of Lang Lang and come on a piano adventure with The Lang Lang Piano Method Level 3. Level 3 continues the progression by: extending the note range to an octave exploring different keys including more hands-together in pieces. The five progressive books in The Lang Lang Piano Method provide a unique and imaginative way for complete beginners to learn the piano with the world’s most successful concert pianist, Lang Lang. There’s plenty to play all around the keyboard right from the start. Fun, imaginative pieces develop the left and right hands equally and supporting audio features exclusive performances by Lang Lang of the concert pieces. Musicianship is developed through theory pages and listening to exclusive performances by Lang Lang of piano classics for children. “I’ve written The Lang Lang Piano Method to inspire today’s kids with my passion for the piano.” Lang Lang
£8.50
Faber Music Ltd The Gondoliers (Libretto)
The Gondoliers was Gilbert and Sullivan’s last great success. In this opera, Gilbert returns to the subject of class distinctions and it’s background connected with Venice and Venetian life.
£10.08
Faber Music Ltd Improve your theory! Grade 2
***Winner of Best Print Resource 2016 at the Music Teacher Awards for Excellence*** Improve your theory! Grades 1–5 are the latest additions to the bestselling ‘Improve your …’ series by Paul Harris. This theory workbook takes students through every aspect of music theory covered in the grade 2 ABRSM examination. Firmly rooted in Paul Harris’s Simultaneous Learning approach, it will transform how music theory is taught and learnt, improving every aspect of musicianship along the way. Never before has theory been so fun or seemed so natural! Handy fact files that cover different areas of music theory Practice questions to help students prepare for examinations Fun games and quizzes to engage students and offer new and interesting ways to tackle difficult concepts Questions that connect theory directly with pupils’ own pieces – allowing them to discover the links between music in theory and music in practice Opportunities for composing, improvising, aural and listening activities, all carefully devised to consolidate musical understanding. *** Download the Improve your theory! Grade 2 answers and audio tracks here***
£7.32
Faber Music Ltd Improve your theory! Grade 4
***Winner of Best Print Resource 2016 at the Music Teacher Awards for Excellence*** Improve your theory! Grades 1–5 are the latest additions to the bestselling ‘Improve your …’ series by Paul Harris. This theory workbook takes students through every aspect of music theory covered in the grade 4 ABRSM examination. Firmly rooted in Paul Harris’s Simultaneous Learning approach, it will transform how music theory is taught and learnt, improving every aspect of musicianship along the way. Never before has theory been so fun or seemed so natural! Handy fact files that cover different areas of music theory Practice questions to help students prepare for examinations Fun games and quizzes to engage students and offer new and interesting ways to tackle difficult concepts Questions that connect theory directly with pupils’ own pieces – allowing them to discover the links between music in theory and music in practice Opportunities for composing, improvising, aural and listening activities, all carefully devised to consolidate musical understanding *** Download the Improve your theory! Grade 4 answers and audio tracks here ***
£8.71
Faber Music Ltd Josh Cohen: Radiohead for Solo Piano: for Solo Piano
Josh Cohen: Radiohead for Solo Piano is a beautifully produced collection of some of Radiohead’s best-loved songs, arranged for intermediate to advanced piano solo (with lyrics) by YouTube pianist Josh Cohen. These exclusive transcriptions were made popular by Cohen’s YouTube channel and the book includes a playing guide and introduction from the arranger. This band-approved book features a specially designed cover and mono prints throughout from Radiohead artist Stanley Donwood.
£25.00
Faber Music Ltd After Hours Jazz 3
After Hours Jazz 3 is a further collection of original pieces as well as arrangements of your favourite jazz standards by Pam Wedgwood for the Grade 4-6 pianist. Relax with the lush harmonies and laid-back melodies of many well-known pieces as well as some great original repertoire.
£11.24
Faber Music Ltd Peaceful Piano Playlist
Peaceful Piano Playlist presents a collection of 35 piano solos for the intermediate pianist. Inspired by the popular peaceful piano playlists available on streaming services, it features original pieces by Ludovico Einaudi, Agnes Obel, Max Richter, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Joep Beving, Poppy Ackroyd, Alexis Ffrench, Keaton Henson, Alexandre Desplat, and many more.
£14.38
Faber Music Ltd The Foundation Pianist Book 2: A technical and musical curriculum for pianists at post Grade 2 level
The Foundation Pianist is a set of two books by David Blackwell and Karen Marshall for students beyond the beginner stage who want to develop a technical and musical foundation to help them progress on to intermediate levels. Exploring piano technique through a variety of elements, the books include daily exercises, sight-reading, repertoire and musical time travel. This series not only develops students’ technique, reading, theory and musicianship, but also provides an invaluable insight into the world of classical music, from madrigals to symphonies and operas to concertos. The Foundation Pianist Book 2 forms part of the PianoTrainer series.
£10.08
Faber Music Ltd Piano Trio "The Chronophage"
£27.00
Faber Music Ltd Simulation Theory
Simulation Theory is the eighth studio album by English rock band Muse, released on 9 November 2018. This artist approved songbook contains all songs from the album, arranged for piano and voice with guitar chords, plus an 8-page colour section.
£15.99
Faber Music Ltd Improve your sight-reading! Guitar Grades 1-3
Improve your sight-reading! Guitar Grades 1-3 is designed to help classical guitarists overcome sight reading problems, especially in the context of graded exams. Step by step you build up a complete picture of each piece, firstly through rhythmic and melodic exercises related to specific technical issues, then by studying prepared pieces with associated questions, and finally ‘going solo’ with a series of meticulously graded sight-reading pieces. Written to support the ABRSM’s sight-reading requirements.
£10.08
Faber Music Ltd The Advanced Pianist Book 1
The Advanced Pianist Book 1 from the PianoTrainer series is for students who are beyond the intermediate stages and want to develop an advanced technique and musicality. Exploring piano technique through a variety of elements, these books include exercises, ‘quick study’ sight-reading, repertoire and ‘concert pianist’ hints and tips. The series not only develops students’ technique, reading, theory and musicianship, but also provides an invaluable insight into the world of classical music, here focusing both on historical context and key composers for the piano. Book 1 is suitable for students at grade 6 plus.
£12.82
Faber Music Ltd The Mindful Pianist
EPTA’s The Mindful Pianist, by Mark Tanner, presents amateurs and professionals with a fresh perspective on playing and performing. Applying the concept of mindfulness to the piano, this invaluable text explores the crucial connection between mind and body: how an alert, focussed mind fosters playing that is more compelling, more refined and ultimately more rewarding. It tackles the issues encountered by pianists when practising, performing, improvising and preparing for an exam: how to choose repertoire and memorise it; how to set about making an initial survey of a new piece; and how to take a more level-headed view of our aspirations. Drawing on the expert advice of 25 leading pianists and educationalists, this unique book offers a wealth of exercises and musical examples to help every player succeed in becoming a Mindful Pianist. The Mindful Pianist was a ‘Best Print Resource’ nominee for the 2017 Music Teacher Awards for Excellence.
£13.60
Faber Music Ltd John Harle: The Saxophone
This seminal work by master saxophonist John Harle offers players of all levels the most in-depth approach to playing the saxophone. In this beautifully presented, two-volume boxed set, Harle reveals his ground-breaking techniques for encouraging fluent and natural playing - transforming the musical experience of students and professionals alike. Every aspect of playing and performing is explored through two volumes, from breathing, resonant tone production and fluent articulation through to techniques for building ease and flow in performance. In addition there are bespoke music exercises, illuminating graphics, illustrations and photographs to inspire every player. Practical, clear and universally relevant, The Saxophone discloses John Harle's secrets to playing with individuality, fluent technique and a powerful musical presence.
£50.00
Faber Music Ltd More Graded Studies for Saxophone Book One
More Graded Studies for Saxophone Book One, by Paul Harris, brings together saxophone study repertoire spanning the entire spectrum of technique from the 19th Century onward, and provides a firm foundation for progress. Featuring core studies alongside specially composed pieces by Paul Harris, this comprehensive collection apply the Simultaneous Learning approach to instrumental technique. Book One begins at Elementary level and progresses to Intermediate (approx. Grades 1–5).The studies are arranged in order of increasing difficulty according to a carefully planned technical progression, and each study comes with a list of Simultaneous Learning musical ingredients for players to explore in preparation for the music.
£10.45
Faber Music Ltd More Graded Studies for Saxophone Book Two
More Graded Studies for Saxophone Book Two by Paul Harris brings together saxophone study repertoire spanning the entire spectrum of technique from the 19th Century onward and provides a firm foundation for progress. Featuring core studies alongside specially composed pieces by Paul Harris, this comprehensive collection applies the Simultaneous Learning approach to instrumental technique. Book Two takes the student from Intermediate to Advanced level (approx. Grades 6–8). The studies are arranged in order of increasing difficulty according to a carefully planned technical progression, and each study comes with a list of Simultaneous Learning musical ingredients for players to explore in preparation for the music.
£10.45
Faber Music Ltd More Graded Studies for Flute Book One
More Graded Studies for Flute Book One, by Sally Adams and Paul Harris, brings together saxophone study repertoire spanning the entire spectrum of technique from the 19th Century onward, and provides a firm foundation for progress. Featuring core studies alongside specially composed pieces by Paul Harris, this comprehensive collection applies the Simultaneous Learning approach to instrumental technique. Book One begins at Elementary level and progresses to Intermediate (approx. Grades 1–5). The studies are arranged in order of increasing difficulty according to a carefully planned technical progression, and each study comes with a list of Simultaneous Learning musical ingredients for players to explore in preparation for the music. **ABRSM selected piece (Flute 2018-2021): American Pye **ABRSM selected piece (Flute 2018-2021): Study in D minor **ABRSM selected piece (Flute 2018-2021): Chromatic Polka **ABRSM selected piece (Flute 2018-2021): Tarantella **ABRSM selected piece (Flute 2018-2021): Jasmine Flower **ABRSM selected piece (Flute 2018-2021): Study in G **ABRSM selected piece (Flute 2018-2021): Under the Rainbow **ABRSM selected piece (Flute 2018-2021): Study in C or Study in G
£10.45