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Masterpieces with Flair!, Book 1: Piano CD

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Masterpieces with Flair!, Book 1: Piano CD

Masterpieces with Flair!, Book 1: Piano CD

Standard Early Intermediate to Intermediate Literature for Spirited Performance

Ed. Jane Magrath / perf. Kim O'Reilly

Level: Early Intermediate / Intermediate

Item: 00-12321
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Lively and energetic pieces selected to appeal to students looking for colorful pieces from such masters as Haydn, Beethoven, Mozart, and Shostakovich. All pieces are in their original form.

Kim O'Reilly Newman holds a Master of Music degree from the University of Illinois. She has performed throughout North America and Europe with the Hambro Quartet of Pianos and was an editor and recording pianist for Alfred Music. Kim is a brain tumor survivor and now specializes in performing music for the left hand.

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1 01 Trumpet Tune --:--
2 02 King William's March --:--
3 03 Short Prelude in C Major --:--
4 04 Bagatelle (from 10 Short Pieces) --:--
5 05 German Dance in D Major --:--
6 06 Allegro scherzando in F Major --:--
7 07 German Dance in E Major --:--
8 08 Country Dance in D Major, WoO 15, No --:--
9 09 Country Dance in D Major, WoO 11, No --:--
10 10 The Happy Farmer --:--
11 11 The Wild Rider --:--
12 12 Spanish Dance --:--
13 13 The Mill --:--
14 14 The Fair --:--
15 15 Allegro non troppo --:--
16 16 Storm and Stress --:--
17 17 Gypsy Song --:--
18 18 Hungarian Dance --:--
19 19 Spinning Song --:--
20 20 The Avalanche --:--
21 21 Prelude No --:--
22 22 In the Garden --:--
23 23 The Butterfly --:--
24 24 The Music Box --:--
25 25 Holidays --:--
26 26 A Merry Tune --:--
27 27 Toccatina --:--
28 28 Play Song --:--
29 29 Rhythmic Dance --:--

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Additional Details
Series: Masterpieces with Flair!
Publisher: Alfred Music
UPC: 038081111391
SKU: 00-12321

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About the Artist: Kim O'Reilly

Kim O'Reilly Newman holds a Master of Music degree from the University of Illinois and has performed as a concert pianist throughout North America and Europe as a member of the Hambro Quartet of Pianos. Her career in music extends to editorial work and recording for Alfred Music, where she contributed her artistry to numerous educational and performance projects.

A brain tumor survivor, O'Reilly has channeled her resilience into specialized performance work for the left hand, bringing both technical mastery and personal insight to repertoire that might otherwise be overlooked. Her curatorial choices for this collection reflect her deep knowledge of the masterworks and her commitment to making significant music accessible to growing pianists.

Why we love this

These selections offer early intermediate pianists genuine masterworks without compromise. The CD recording provides students with authoritative models of phrasing and interpretation from a pianist who understands the pedagogical journey, making this collection both inspiring and practical for the studio or practice room.

What to expect

Spirited and engaging, these pieces sparkle with the clarity and wit of their composers. Whether playful (Haydn, Mozart) or dramatically charged (Beethoven, Shostakovich), each work has personality and forward momentum that keeps both performer and listener involved.

Who it's for

Early intermediate to intermediate piano students who are ready for substantial repertoire but benefit from hearing professional interpretations alongside their learning. Teachers seeking to build student confidence through proven masterworks that reward careful practice and musical insight.

How to get the most out of it

  • Study the recorded performance for phrasing choices, then find your own voice within the piece rather than simply imitating the recording.
  • Pay attention to the composers' original articulation and dynamic markings; these pieces gain their character from careful attention to detail, not from added flourishes.
  • Use the recording as a listening guide when learning a new piece, but return frequently to the score to build independence and ownership.
  • Approach each work as a complete musical statement; even shorter pieces deserve the same interpretive consideration as longer forms.

How to use it

Select individual pieces for student recitals where you want to showcase repertoire depth; a Beethoven Sonatina or Mozart Rondo carries real weight on a concert. Alternatively, use the collection as a studio exploration of compositional style across different periods, with the recordings supporting comparative listening.

Skills your students will build

  • Interpreting articulation and phrasing in classical and contemporary masterworks
  • Sustaining musical line through structural changes and key areas
  • Balancing technical demands with musical expression
  • Understanding period-appropriate performance practice from composers across three centuries
  • Building confidence through engagement with canonical repertoire

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