Premier Piano Express, Libro de Repertorio 3: Keyboard/Piano Book & Online Audio

This book hits the sweet spot between supplementary material and genuine repertoire. Alexander and his collaborators wrote purposefully for students at this level, which means the original compositions actually sound like music rather than exercises dressed up as pieces. The mix of composed originals with carefully selected classical works gives you flexibility: reinforce what's in Book 3, or use selections independently depending on what your students need.

A welcome breather from method book drilling. The pieces combine stylistic variety with genuine musicality, ranging from gentle character pieces to more animated selections that let students discover their own interpretive choices. The mix of composed and classical works creates a collection that feels like a real pianist's notebook rather than a teaching tool.

Intermediate piano students ready to explore beyond their core method book, particularly those learning in a Spanish-language environment or in bilingual settings. This works equally well for students moving through Premier Piano Express Book 3 or as supplementary repertoire in other curricula.

• Approach the duet by assigning parts strategically. The secondo part works well for a student who reads fluently but may lack hand independence yet, while the primo rewards stronger players with slightly more interesting material.
• Let students choose which styles appeal to them. Having agency over repertoire selection increases practice motivation, especially for students who feel stuck in method books.
• Work through the classical selections slowly to notice how Schytte, Bach, and the others handle phrasing differently. These aren't transcriptions; they're authentic works that teach voice leading and structure through exposure.

Assign selections as performance pieces for studio recitals or school showcases without requiring extensive additional preparation beyond the method book. The duet gives you an accessible entry point for student partnerships or for pairing a developing player with a more advanced one.

• Stylistic variety recognition and appropriate touch adjustment across character pieces, dances, and classical forms
• Phrase shaping in both composed and classical works
• Note reading fluency across varied textures and accompaniment patterns
• Basic score reading and ensemble listening through the included duet
• Understanding of how different composers organize similar musical ideas