CARL FISCHER MUSIC& THEODORE PRESSER COMPANY
jointly present...
The First Releases in our ongoing series of
piano teaching pieces, as selected and edited
by Elizabeth Gutierrez.
Solos of Distinction — Fresh new editions of our timeless and most-popular piano teaching solos.
Lynn Freeman Olson Classic Solos
Celebrated Classics
Duets of Distinction
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SOLOS OF DISTINCTION
Jessie L. Gaynor March of the Wee Folk An undisputed elementary classic for almost 100 years! Quite tuneful, and the simple patterns make it easy to learn. The march beat is great for teaching rhythmic subdivision. Elementary 120-30008 • $2.50
Paul Sheftel Etude I Elementary students love the sounds in this piece, especially adults (new age- romantic). Easy to learn quickly since it’s based entirely on one rather simple pattern that recurs in three transpositions. Students learn about musical pattern, transposition, form and use of the pedal-and it’s a nice little finger exercise to boot. Late Elementary P3318 • $2.50
Scott Watson Alborada Happy, rather sophisticated song-like piece. Students in their second year and adult beginners will enjoy the characteristic Spanish guitar rhythms and melody. Early Intermediate P3317 • $2.50
Paul Sheftel Nocturne Great for the student who’s not advanced but wants to sound advanced.
The simple nature of this piece makes it quite accessible to early-level students, particularly older students and adults. Appealing romantic ballad style. Early Intermediate P3319 • $2.50
Anton Bilotti Spanish Dance Middle and high School students will find this stylistic piece motivating and challenging. Includes 4 and 5-note chords spanning more than an octave. Intricate rhythms and melodies. Early Advanced P1459 • $3.95
Marc-André Hamelin The Ringtone Waltz Charming little tongue-in-cheek piano waltz based on the notorious Nokia ring tone (Tarrega's "Vals en La Mayor"). Concert pianist Marc-Andre Hamelin uses it as a recital encore to entertain audiences. Has been well received and people have been asking him where they can purchase it. Advanced 110-41772 • $2.50
LYNN FREEMAN OLSON CLASSIC SOLOS
Camel Ride A bumpy sway and a melody young students really enjoy. Descriptive and fun. Elementary P3264 • $2.50
Midnight Express This recital piece chugs along energetically with a catchy tune and lively rhythm. A popular favorite for years! Elementary P3222 • $2.50
Silver Bugles An accessible and impressive recital piece for young performers. The compelling but simple rhythm patterns make this bright march a sure-fire winner. Elementary P3221 • $2.50
Sweet Dreams Gentle, flowing solo that promotes sensitive playing and easy use of connecting pedal. A lovely, fresh sound for beginners of all ages. Elementary P3199 • $2.50
Temple Chimes The moving 5ths and 3rds with pedal promote an Asian atmospheric effect. A great option for the older student. Elementary P3168 • $2.50
Toboggan Ride Students will love the “zing” in this ride. Its sparkling passagework fits the fingers perfectly Elementary P3286 • $2.50
Wheels This etude “in disguise” has a rolling melody and sounds more difficult than it actually is. An excellent choice for reinforcing phrasing since the rise and fall of the melody leans in the direction of natural crescendo and diminuendo. Elementary P3192 • $2.50
The Oasis A desert scene with two contrasting moods. Calm, lovely patterns paint the picture with pedal. Early Intermediate P3167 • $2.50
Suave Scherzo A lighthearted romp that is fun for any student. Alternating legato and staccato passages. Lies well under the fingers and is fun to play. A good etude option. Early Intermediate P3191 • $2.50
Brief Encounter A fine recital piece in quickly flowing 6/8 meter. Texture aids early preparation for Romantic styles. Satisfying big-sound effects. Intermediate P3204 • $2.50
CELEBRATED CLASSICS
Carl Koelling Hungary
(Rapsodie Mignonne) Another "classic" piano teaching piece and student favorite for years. Grand effects with dramatic passagework, broken octaves, and fast finger work. 110-07014 • $3.50
Wiktor Labunski Four Variations on a
Theme by Paganini Deserving of its popularity. Nice sample of Paganini’s famous theme, without the difficulty of playing the Brahms or Rachmaninoff advanced versions. The variations are filled with vitality, strongly idiomatic figures and mildly modern sounds. Effective for student recital performances. P2300 • $3.50
DUETS OF DISTINCTION
Ralph Federer The Scarlet Cape A display piece in Spanish style with lively beguine, tango, and rumba rhythms; effective audience pleaser. Early Advanced 110-40080 • $3.95
Carl Koelling Hungary
(Rapsodie Mignonne) A dramatic showpiece and excellent recital piece that students find very satisfying. There are a number of character and tempo changes in the piece, making for interesting and stimulating music. Early Advanced 110-07404 • $3.95
MINI FINGER SUITES
These are colorful and playful Early Elementary sheet music booklets, each consisting of 4 short solos in varying styles, a student dictionary of terms, and rewarding musical activity page. Each is meticulously edited and beautifully engraved with level-appropriate sizes for young students. These pieces will be a delight to all young cat- and dog-loving pianists!
Elizabeth Gutierrez Puppy at the Piano for elementary piano P3320 • $3.95
Elizabeth Gutierrez Kitty at the Keyboard for elementary piano P3321 • $3.95
