Hymns Made Easy for Piano Book 2

Hymns Made Easy for Piano Book 2
Author: Gail Smith
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 25
Release: 2011-02-24
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1609744918

This collection presents nineteen hymns in arrangements for the progressing beginning piano student. the left hand uses block chords, broken chords, and Alberti bass, and the right hand introduces two-note chords and sixteenth notes. the pieces are in the keys of C, F, and G. Lyrics are included. Most of the selections in this book are the same as in Book 1, but the arrangements are more difficult. Recommended for hymn playing by the Federation of Music Clubs.

Hymns Made Easy for Piano Book 1

Hymns Made Easy for Piano Book 1
Author: Gail Smith
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 25
Release: 2010-10-07
Genre: Music
ISBN: 160974490X

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 are written in as needed rather than in a key signature. Gradually, they are introduced to stretches and crossovers, key signatures up to three flats, and time signatures other than 4/4. Lyrics are included. Recommended for hymn playing by the Federation of Music Clubs.

Hymns Made Easy for Piano Book 3

Hymns Made Easy for Piano Book 3
Author: Gail Smith
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 25
Release: 2011-02-24
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1609744926

This collection continues the progression in Books 1 and 2 with seventeen arrangements for the intermediate piano student. the left hand introduces octaves and octave arpeggios, and the right hand uses three-note chords. the keys used are G, F, C, D, B-flat, E-flat, and A-flat. Many of the selections are the same as those found in books 1 and 2. Lyrics are included. Recommended for hymn playing by the Federation of Music Clubs.

The Easy Hymn Fake Book (Songbook)

The Easy Hymn Fake Book (Songbook)
Author: Hal Leonard Corp.
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 401
Release: 2002-12-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1458432947

(Fake Book). Perfect for players new to "faking," the latest title in our popular "beginner" series of fake books features all songs in the key of C with large notation and simplified harmonies and melodies. This collection gathers more than 150 of the most beloved hymns of all time, and includes multiple verses. Songs: Abide with Me * All Glory, Laud and Honor * All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name * Amazing Grace * Battle Hymn of the Republic * Be Thou My Vision * Blessed Assurance * The Church's One Foundation * Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing * Count Your Blessings * Faith of Our Fathers * God of Our Fathers * Higher Ground * How Firm a Foundation * I Love to Tell the Story * I Surrender All * In the Garden * Jesus Paid It All * Just as I Am * A Mighty Fortress Is Our God * Nearer, My God, to Thee * The Old Rugged Cross * Onward, Christian Soldiers * Rock of Ages * Sweet Hour of Prayer * This Is My Father's World * We Gather Together * and more!

Sight-Reading Made Easy - A Complete Graded Course for the Pianoforte

Sight-Reading Made Easy - A Complete Graded Course for the Pianoforte
Author: Dorothy Bradley
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2016-09-08
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1473358108

“Sight-Reading Made Easy” is a vintage guide to sight reading for the piano. “Sight reading” refers to reading and performing of a piece of music notation that the performer has not seen before. With concise instructions and many helpful tips, this volume contains simple piano sheet music that is ideal for budding pianists wishing to learn this invaluable skill. Contents include: “Quick Test in Reading Intervals (Playing by 'Feel')”, “Sixths”, “Sevenths and Octaves”, “Hold On!”, “Left Hand Plays a Tune”, “Step Lively!”, “Look at the Time”, “'Out' and 'in' (Extension and Contraction)”, “Imitation and Syncopation”, “Over and Under”, “A Short Rest”, “What Have We Here?”, “Change Places!”, etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of the piano.

Sacred Classics for Flute and Piano Made Easy

Sacred Classics for Flute and Piano Made Easy
Author: Dona Gilliam
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 49
Release: 2011-01-04
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1610653475

Sacred Classics for Flute and Piano Made Easy presents a variety of literature that can be used as processional, meditative or incidental music in the sacred setting. the easy arrangements of classical and baroque works are beautiful in their simplicity, and the range and rhythmic complexity of all works are suitable for the developing flutist. CD accompaniment tracks for all pieces in the book are played on both piano and pipe organ.

Christian Classics for Piano Solo

Christian Classics for Piano Solo
Author: Gail Smith
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 45
Release: 2017-05-04
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1619117363

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 Abide with Me and Pachelbel's Canon, and an arrangement of A Mighty Fortress Is Our God with four key changes and an ending from Sigismond Thalberg's Les Huguenots, Op. 20.

Piano Hymns

Piano Hymns
Author: Stan Whitmire
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 65
Release: 2016-09-27
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1610650689

An inspiring collection of 11 gospel hymns as arranged and performed by Stan Whitmire. Whitmire has a gift for creating beautifully embellished arrangements and medleys of timeless sacred melodies. These selection are Blessed Assurance; God Leads Us Along/He Hideth My Soul; Great is Thy Faithfulness; The Grace of God (medley); Sweet Hour of Prayer/I Must Tell Jesus; The Love of God (medley); Jesus Paid it All; It is Well; Jesus is All the World to Me/What a Friend We Have in Jesus; I Need Thee Every Hour/I Surrender All/'Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus.

Canons and Rounds for Piano Solo

Canons and Rounds for Piano Solo
Author: Gail Smith
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 37
Release: 2017-05-23
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1619117452

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 major and minor key in a 5- finger position. For the more advanced pianist there are amazing canonic piano solos by Bach, Schumann and Clementi. The right hand melody becomes the left hand melody in a very magical way melting into the most beautiful harmony imaginable. There's a canon to go "around" for pianists with any amount of experience!