Pieces in a wide range of styles, from a 13th-century troubadour song to a Sousa March. Some are well known and others may be new discoveries. The pieces are suitable for student of around Grade 5-6 standard, and have been newly and skilfully arranged or edited. The piano accompaniments are straightforward.

About the Author
Paul Harris has established an international reputation as one of Britain's leading educationalists. He studied clarinet and conducting at the Royal Academy of Music, He then went on to study music education with Professor Keith Swanwick at the University of London. He has well over 200 publications to his name; most are concerned with music education dealing primarily with stimulating and helping young players to develop their musical skills. His compositions also include a number of extended and more serious works. Recently he has made a major contribution to the English National Curriculum. He is an examiner for the Associated Board and adjudicates at music festivals and various national competitions. In addition he has undertaken research into specialist music education for the highly talented - an interest that has taken him to many musical institutions around the world.

Reviews
Each piece provides recital and contest fare that showcases all aspects of performance. The settings have been carefully prepared and contain a wealth of articulation and interpretive markings that provide the performer immediate insight to the composer's style. * The Instrumentalist December 07 *



Book Information
ISBN 9780193355897
Author Paul Harris
Page Count 64
Imprint Oxford University Press
Publisher Oxford University Press
Weight(grams) 239g
Dimensions(mm) 310mm * 230mm * 4mm