Educational Piano

Ragtime is a word probably derived from ragged time. It began to flourish in the 1890's. It's basis is strong syncopation in both melody and accompaniment. Scott Joplin did not invent ragtime, but he...

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The Easy Classics series highlights famous themes every student should know. This stately theme, ideal for recital, is from Edvard Grieg's Sigurd Jorsalfar, Op. 56.

5 carefully arranged spirituals for the upper elementary level pianist: Deep River - He's Got the Whole World in His Hands - Just a Closer Walk with Thee - Kum Ba Yah - Let Us Break Bread Together.

Students will have fun playing these easy pieces which are ideal for recitals. The smart choices and short length of each book create an attractive and practical supplement. The music is carefully arr...

Favorite performance duets - primo and secondo are at the same level and can be played by students! 'Mexican Clap-Hands Dance, ' 'Parade of the Toy Soldiers, ' 'Pop! Goes the Weasel, ' 'Skip to My Lou...

Favorite performance duets - primo and secondo are at the same level and can be played by students! 'Blue Tail Fly, ' 'Comin' Round the Mountain, ' 'In My Merry Oldsmobile, ' 'Jenny Lind Polka, ' 'Mar...

A combination of elements from 'Camptown Races' and 'Swanee River' makes for a fun, light-hearted piece in improvisatory style.

Duet: 1 piano, 4 hands. Level 6 (Advanced).

Great fun with lots of bouncy action! The right hand and left hand alternate using short phrases with staccato release. The easy 5-finger position in C major uses big notes in a simple A-A-B-A form.

Easy to play arrangement of a beloved theme (key of C major). Carefully edited for ease of teaching.

This series serves as an introduction to the music of world-famous composers. These arrangements enable a student of modest proficiency to gain an acquaintance with many master themes. Familiar music...

Immerse yourself in the timeless world of Baroque master Johann Sebastian Bach! With "Best Of Bach – Level 1" from the renowned publisher Schaum Publications, beginning pianists enjoy the perfect intr...

Famous themes every student should know - tasteful arrangements retain the original character & style

This light-hearted theme by Muzio Clementi has been arranged for an early advanced level by John W. Schaum. The melody switches back and forth from bass to treble.

Discover the timeless magic of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart right at the beginning of your musical journey! With "Best Of Mozart – Level 1" from the renowned Schaum Publications, beginner pianists can make...

Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Viennese Classicism: With "Best Of Mozart – Level 2" from the renowned publisher Schaum Publications, aspiring pianists can discover the unforgettable melo...