Succeeding with the Masters(R), Classical Era, Volume Two

Volume Two continues this collection of graded repertoire pieces by Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven. The marvelous selections included here build a foundation for playing advanced classical music. After studying and performing these pieces, the student will be ready for entry-level sonatas by each of these great composers. As in Volume One, complete and easily comprehensible overviews of the era’s musical characteristics appear throughout, along with illustrative practice strategies. A companion CD of complete performances and practice strategies is provided. Contents include: By Haydn: Minuet in D major, Hob. 20; Minuet in B flat major; Minuet in D major, Hob. 3; Minuet in C major; Scherzo in F major; Andante in G minor; Presto in C major. By Mozart: Klavierstuck in F; Andante in F; Minuet in F; Little Funeral March; Moderato in F major; Adagio in C for Glass Harmonica; Presto in B flat Major. By Beethoven: German Dance in E flat major; Bagatelle in A minor; Allemande in A; Waltz in E flat major; Minuet in C major; Fur Elise; Minuet in D major; Six Variations on a Swiss Song.