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This collection of chords from Gail Smith, is one all pianists have been waiting for. It will be quite useful for the player who needs to see where the chord is on the piano as well as how it is written in musical notation with chord symbols. Fifteen of the most commonly used chords, in each of the...

This collection of piano solos includes twelve classic hymns-a variety of themes representative of the Christian faith's heritage. The unique arrangements are an addition to anyone's music library and can be used for many occasions. Examples include Amazing Grace introduced as a round, a medley of...

This collection of 39 rounds and canons features a range of material from the oldest-known round; "Sumer Is Icumen In" to the famous Pachelbel Canon, as well as six original canons by Gail Smith. The short canons composed by Konrad Kunz are ideal for sight reading. There is one in every...

Beautiful solo piano setting of 25 favorite English carols. The moods expressed in these pieces range from robust and merry Glouchestershire Wassail to the introspective and pensively beautiful In the Bleak Mid-Winter. The recordings feature the author's performance of each piece are available by...

Contained here are many familiar carols in the easiest possible five-finger arrangements for beginning pianists. Children and adults will love being able to play all the Christmas favorites at this early level almost instantly.

This collection of compositions for piano solo spans four centuries, including a rarely heard piece by Gottchalk's sister, Clara, as well as a charming piece by Marie Antoinette. Other composers include Madame Dussek, Teresa Carreno, Amy Beach, Clara Schumann, Fanny Mendelssohn, and others. Three new solos are also offered by the author, Gail Smith.

When words fail, music speaks...so the saying goes. Expressing yourself through music by putting words to notes and notes to words can be easy; yes, easier than you may think. This book is a treasure chest of ideas for anyone interested in composing. Simple ways to spark the creative process are included,...

This book was written to provide a methodology for improvisation on the piano. Patterns are analyzed in and notated in all keys. Examples are given to illustrate how and where a fill fits. Then, step by step you can learn how to add the left hand accompaniment based on a lead sheet, or improvise with...

A unique collection of classical piano solos appropriate for church services as well as concerts and personal enjoyment. These carefully edited or arranged pieces represent a number of well-known composers and were chosen because of their indefinable quality of reverence and artistic expression. Each...

This book of 15 tasteful, moderately difficult piano arrangements is sure to please the gospel music enthusiast. These fairly short arrangements are perfect for use in a worship setting or just for fun. Fifteen well-known titles included.

These twenty hymns for the beginning piano student are arranged in the easiest position, with both thumbs on middle C. There are some simple harmony and contrary motion, and the smallest rhythmic unit is an eighth note. As students progress through the book, the pieces start to use accidentals, which...

Each arrangement in this exciting collection has easy left-hand rhythm patterns that compliment the Praise song. Fifteen popular songs are included in this book which may be used as a piano solo or as the song is sung in church. Selections include: Glorify Thy Name, My Life is in you, Lord, Jesus,...

This collection of 34 hymns, two with variations, is separated into five groups: treasured hymns with a story; pentatonic hymns; hymns by women composers; gospel, ragtime, patriotic and jazz hymns; variations of hymns. Some favorites include "At the Cross", "How Great Thou Art", "Amazing Grace", "Joy to the World", and many others.

A wonderful book containing 10 of the most beautiful, charming waltzes selected from the nearly 400 waltzes composed by Johann Strauss, Jr. This truly unique book captures the grace of this popular dance form and will be enjoyed by students of all ages. Includes access to online audio that...