Signature Solos, Book 4: Piano Book

Name: Signature Solos, Book 4: Piano Book
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-45050
Price: 8.99 USD
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9 All-New Piano Solos by Favorite Alfred Composers

Selected and edited by Gayle Kowalchyk

Level: Intermediate

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Each collection in the Signature Solos series includes all-new piano solos by favorite Alfred Music composers in a variety of musical styles. Every solo was written for its appealing sound and ability to further the technical and musical growth of the student. These solos can be played either formally in recitals or informally for friends and family! Titles: Port of Charleston (Melody Bober) * Misty Moon (Rosemary Barrett Byers) * The Wilmington Waltz (Bernadine Johnson) * Tango Dance (Martha Mier) * Summer Memories (Catherine Rollin) * Deep Blue Water (Wynn-Anne Rossi) * Love Will See Us Through (Matt Schinske) * Piano Dreams (Robert D. Vandall) * Million Dollar Rag (Judy East Wells). A Federation Festivals 2020-2024 selection.

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Series: Signature Solos

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 24

ISBN10: 1-4706-3216-0

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-3216-8

UPC: 038081515021

SKU: 00-45050

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Why we love this

This collection gathers nine composers whose individual strengths shine across wildly different styles, from Tango Dance to The Wilmington Waltz to Million Dollar Rag. Rather than forcing students through a generic progression, Signature Solos, Book 4 lets intermediate pianists discover which musical voices resonate with them personally. The Federation Festivals 2020-2024 selection means these pieces have been tested and trusted by adjudicators and teachers nationwide.

What to expect

Nine different worlds in twenty-four pages. One moment you're strolling through Charleston's harbor, the next you're dancing a waltz or swaying to tango rhythms. Whether the music feels introspective (Misty Moon), celebratory (Piano Dreams), or ragtime fun (Million Dollar Rag), each piece carries its own emotional atmosphere while staying within the intermediate student's technical reach.

Who it's for

Intermediate piano students ready to explore diverse compositional voices and styles without leaving a single book. This collection works equally well for students preparing festival repertoire, building a recital program, or simply discovering which kinds of music they enjoy most.

How to get the most out of it

Listen closely to how each composer approaches rhythm and phrasing in pieces like Tango Dance and Million Dollar Rag, where stylistic accuracy matters as much as technique. Let the character guide your touch and tempo choices.
Port of Charleston and Summer Memories reward attention to harmonic color. Experiment with pedal placement during rehearsal to find the resonance that fits each piece's mood.
In Misty Moon and Deep Blue Water, resist rushing through lyrical passages. These pieces reveal their beauty through unhurried phrase shaping and careful voice leading.
Record yourself playing multiple selections from the book. Hearing your own interpretations back helps you identify which pieces need more rhythmic precision and which need more expressive freedom.

How to use it

Build a recital around contrasting selections from this book, pairing upbeat pieces like Tango Dance with quieter ones like Deep Blue Water for natural programming flow. Students preparing for festival competitions will find multiple styles represented, allowing them to choose pieces that match both their technical level and musical interests. The variety also makes it ideal for studio classes where different students can showcase different selections.