Piano Safari For the Older Student, Level 1: Repertoire and Technique Used SFP and a friendly alligator) guide

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Contents include: Almost Like a Dream * America * American Fiddle Tune * Beach Party * Beethoven's Fifth Symphony Theme * Blues Train * The Boogie Machine * Brahms' Lullaby * Can-Can * Cathedral Chimes * Chord Jumps * Classical Dance * Cross-Hand Arpeggios * El Matado

Selected pieces of classic repertoire that feature each touch

Etudes are organized into four units according to difficulty and emphasize different aspects of technique and musicianship

Piano Safari For the Older Student, Level 1: Repertoire and Technique Used SFP and a friendly alligator) guide*Book only Repertoire & Technique Book 1 contains newly composed pieces alongside favorites from the series for children. There is a brief period of pre staff notation followed with reading by interval on the staff. Rote Pieces are included to enhance aural skills, technique, pattern recognition, and motivation. Foundational techniques such as arm weight, fast repeated notes, slurs, rotation, non legato, and legato are presented.