The 24 easy-to-intermediate level solos in this collection represent the music of diverse composers who helped shape the musical landscape of their time. Many of these charming and lyrical melodies were written with young students in mind, highlighting how even history’s most prominent composers took interest in encouraging the next generation of musicians. Likewise, this compilation promises a rich and inspiring musical experience for developing players, exploring the music of ten women composers and notable writers Enrique Granados, Florence Price, Rentarō Taki, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, and José White. While some key signatures and ranges have been changed to make each piece accessible, every effort has been made to preserve the spirit and integrity of the original work. Pedagogical bowings and fingerings have also been included, and a complete piano accompaniment book is available to ensure a successful performance.
Adoration Allegro non troppo from 6 Kinderstucke, Op. 72 Aria from Rinaldo, HWV 7 Cantabile from Sonatine for Violin and Piano Das Kinderspiel, K. 598 Der Mond (The Moon) El Pensamiento Etude No. 10 from 25 Etudes, Op. 50 Havet (The Sea) from 7 Children’s Songs, Op. 61 Intermezzo from Album for Children, Op. 123 King William's March March Russe from Album for Children, Op. 123 Melodie from Album fur die Jugend, Op. 68 Menuet from Five Pieces, Op. 14 Menuetto Morning Prayer from Children’s Album, Op. 39 Notturno from 12 German and Italian Romantic Songs Pierrot and Pierrette from Children’s Carnival, Op. 25 Prelude No. 3 from 25 Preludes Sailor’s Song from Lyric Pieces, Op. 68, No. 1 Song No. 4 from 6 Klavierstucke fur die Kinderwelt Tyrolienne (Celui qui sut toucher mon coeur) Viking Song Villanesca from 12 Danzas espanolas, Op. 37, No. 4