Musical Impressions was written to provide pianists with the experience of playing in a variety of styles. Capturing the essence of different styles is an important aspect of pianistic development. Jazz styles, romantic ballads, mysterious sounds, and more are found in this series, providing pianists of any age with pieces in many moods. Titles: * Brassy Rag * Burmese Temple Bells * Celtic Jig * Cool Strut * Crackerjack Jazz * Enchilada Festival * Fireball Rag * Gentle Ocean Waves * Silver Moonbeams * Skateboard Boogie * Starry Night Dreams

Musical Impressions was written to provide pianists with the experience of playing in a variety of styles. Capturing the essence of different styles is an important aspect of pianistic development. Jazz styles, romantic ballads, mysterious sounds, and more are found in this series, providing pianists of any age with pieces in many moods. Titles: * Armadillo Rag * Brazilian Maracas * Butterflies and Rainbows * Castle by the Sea * Chocolate Smoothie * Drum Beats * Hot Air Balloon Ride * Hound Dog Blues * Mariachi Band * What's That Noise? * Whistle-Stop Boogie

Warm, lyrical, cantabile melodies and rich harmonic structures are found in this expressive series.

Warm, lyrical, cantabile melodies and rich harmonic structures are found in this expressive series.

These short, musical sketches written in a Romantic style by famed composer Martha Mier will encourage students to play with nuance and sensitivity. Titles: * Elegant Waltz * Elizabeth's Ballad * An Evening in Paris * Graceful Ballet * Interlude * The Magic Garden * Prelude in D Major * Romance * Song of Peace * Young at Heart

These 10 elementary solos display the excellent writing style and attention to detail that many teachers have come to expect from Martha Mier. Students will experience culture from around the world as they are guided on a musical tour through Spain, England, Australia, Mexico, Japan, and the United States. Titles: * Firecracker Boogie * Sophisticated Rag * Farewell Blues * Daintree River Crocodiles * The Great Barrier Reef * The Wallaby Hop * English Primroses * España * Mexican Salsa Cha-Cha * Japanese Temple. "These stylish pieces help bridge the gap between method book pieces and classical literature." -Lynette Zelis, Clavier Companion

Warm, lyrical, cantabile melodies and rich harmonic structures are found in this expressive series.