Description
The Exploring Piano Classics series combines engaging performance pieces with insightful technical exercises, offering a comprehensive learning experience for students. Each level features a Repertoire book accompanied by a CD and a Technique book, both designed for easy page-by-page reference. Together, these resources foster a profound appreciation for music, performance techniques, and the essential skills required for proficient piano playing. The Repertoire books showcase selections from significant musical eras, carefully curated and graded according to festival, competition, and examination standards from the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, while also providing contextual information about each style period, its instruments, composers, and the music itself.
The accompanying CD, featuring performances by renowned clinician and educator Nancy Bachus, serves as a vital resource for understanding musical interpretation. A graduate of the Eastman School of Music with a Master’s in Piano Performance and Literature, Bachus has showcased her talent through solo recitals across the United States, Canada, and Italy, and has participated in prestigious events such as the original "Monster Concerts" at venues like Lincoln Center and the White House. The repertoire includes a diverse array of works, such as Haydn's Allegro in G Major, Schumann's First Loss, and Mozart's Polonaise in F Major, among others, providing students with a rich tapestry of musical exploration.
