Author : Melody Bober

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A Contemporary Christmas features nine advanced piano arrangements of beloved contemporary Christian and traditional Christmas songs, making them ideal for worship services. These arrangements serve well as prelude music or during moments that call for reflective melodies. Each piece includes helpful fingering suggestions and estimated performance durations. The collection includes titles such as "Bethlehem Morning," "Breath of Heaven," "Gesù Bambino," "Immanuel," "Joseph's Lullaby," "Mary, Did You Know?," "O Holy Night," "Sweet Little Jesus Boy," and "Welcome to Our World," spanning a total of 48 pages.

Author : Melody Bober

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A Perfect 10, Book 1 is a curated anthology of piano solos aimed at fostering musical excellence among elementary-level pianists. The collection features a selection of beloved teaching pieces from four distinct stylistic periods—Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Contemporary—alongside six original compositions in various genres, including Jazz, Blues, Ragtime, Latin, Ballad, and Showstopper. These ten solos not only present technical challenges but also offer expressive avenues for students to enhance their skills in mood, rhythm, melody, harmony, form, articulation, and dynamics. While achieving a perfect "10" may not require Olympic-level prowess, students will undoubtedly feel accomplished as they engage with these pieces. Notable titles include Blue Shoes Blues, Dance, Got Those Monday Blues, March in C Major, March G Major, Ragtime Fun, Spanish Nights, Springtime, Study, Trampoline Tricks, and Wishing Well Waltz, with "Got Those Monday Blues" and "Trampoline Tricks" recognized as selections for the Federation Festivals from 2016 to 2020.

Author : Melody Bober

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A Perfect 10, Book 2, is a collection of piano solos designed to promote musical excellence for the late elementary to early intermediate-level pianist. Melody has chosen a favorite teaching piece from the four stylistic periods---Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Contemporary---and written six original pieces in Jazz, Blues, Ragtime, Latin, Ballad, and Showstopper styles. These 10 solos provide students with technical challenges as well as expressive opportunities for musical growth in mood, rhythm, melody, harmony, form, articulation, and dynamics. Students do not have to be an Olympic hopeful to achieve a perfect "10," but they might feel like one as they practice and perform these selections!

Author : Melody Bober

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A Perfect 10, Book 3, is a curated anthology of piano solos aimed at fostering musical excellence among early intermediate pianists. Melody has selected a notable teaching piece from each of the four major stylistic periods—Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Contemporary—and has composed six original works in various genres, including Jazz, Blues, Ragtime, Latin, Ballad, and Showstopper. This collection of ten solos not only presents technical challenges but also offers expressive avenues for students to enhance their skills in mood, rhythm, melody, harmony, form, articulation, and dynamics. While achieving a perfect "10" may not require Olympic-level prowess, students will certainly feel accomplished as they practice and perform these engaging pieces. Notable titles include Arabesque, Blue Sky Rag, Cool Cats, Minuet in D Minor, Sassy Samba, Snake Charmer Blues, Sonatina in C Major, Spring Storm, The Village Maidens, and Winter Memories, with "Cool Cats" and "Winter Memories" recognized as selections for the Federation Festivals from 2016 to 2020.

Author : Melody Bober

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The Christmas season is a time rich with cherished traditions that foster joyful memories, one of which is the beloved practice of sharing traditional carols. In her collection, Christmas Memories, Book 3, Melody Bober presents a selection of her favorite carols, each arranged in her distinctive style characterized by melodic beauty and rich harmonies. This volume features timeless classics such as "Away in a Manger," "God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen," "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing," and a medley of "The Holly and the Ivy/O Christmas Tree," along with other favorites like "Jingle Bells," "Joy to the World," "O Little Town of Bethlehem," and "What Child is This?"

Author : Melody Bober

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Grand Favorites for Piano, Book 1 features a collection of beloved classical melodies and folk tunes, expertly arranged to showcase the unique Bober style. This six-book series not only provides enjoyable pieces for pianists but also aids in their technical and musical development. Suitable for performance on various pianos, from concert grands to digital models and family uprights, these solos promise a truly grand sound. The repertoire includes well-known titles such as "Baa, Baa, Black Sheep," "Barcarolle" by Offenbach, "Brother John," and "Morning Mood" by Grieg, among others.

Author : Melody Bober

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Grand Favorites for Piano, Book 2 features a collection of beloved classical melodies and folk tunes, expertly arranged to capture the unique Bober style. This six-book series not only provides enjoyable pieces for pianists but also aids in their technical and musical development. Whether played on a concert grand, a digital piano, or a traditional upright, these solos are sure to resonate beautifully. The repertoire includes well-known titles such as "Aura Lee," "Autumn" by Vivaldi, and "The Can-Can" by Offenbach, among others, ensuring a delightful experience for both performers and listeners.

Author : Melody Bober

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Grand Favorites for Piano, Book 3 features a collection of beloved classical melodies and folk tunes. This installment is part of a six-book series that showcases the unique Bober style, making the pieces enjoyable to play while also aiding pianists in their technical and musical development. Whether played on a concert grand, a digital piano, or a traditional upright, these solos are sure to resonate beautifully. The repertoire includes well-known titles such as Alouette, Anvil Chorus by Verdi, Aria by J.S. Bach, and Für Elise by Beethoven, among others.

Author : Melody Bober

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