Description
John Thompson's Modern Course for Piano – Fourth Grade is crafted to enhance both musicality and technical skills, continuing the esteemed Modern Course series with an emphasis on stylistic proficiency. This volume builds upon the foundational skills acquired in earlier books, presenting a diverse array of pieces that deepen students' comprehension of various musical styles, thereby enriching their interpretive expression and technical accuracy.
The course caters to the individual aspirations and tastes of each student through a carefully curated selection of works from a range of composers and styles. Comprehensive footnotes assist students in recognizing stylistic subtleties, fostering a robust and musically enriched foundation. To further advance technical skills, Thompson's Fourth Grade Book of Etudes offers a collection of expertly selected studies from composers such as Czerny, Burgmüller, and Heller, providing essential preparatory exercises for each etude.
Collectively, these materials create a comprehensive pathway to advanced piano study, motivating students to perform with both technical proficiency and stylistic integrity.