FJHmusic.com > Piano Music > Supplementary Materials > Robert Schultz... The Robert Schultz Piano Library Encyclopedia of Classical Piano Music FJH1392 / 18.95 Robert Schultz and Tina Faigen Elementary through Intermediate 85 piano solos, reference materials, 176 pages Encyclopedia of Classical Piano Music, Volume 1 is created to serve as a permanent edition in the music library of every pianist—students, teachers, professionals, and amateurs. The collection contains 85 piano solos, 75 of which are standard classical works in their original form that are traditionally used to introduce pianists to the literature of the great composers. Also included are 10 piano arrangements by Robert Schultz of classical masterpieces from the orchestral, vocal, and chamber music literature. Thirty-one famous composers are represented, whose works span more than 400 years of music history. The contents are organized into the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20th Century periods, with an additional section devoted to the piano arrangements. Each section is preceded by an elegant divider page adorned with correlating fine art. All of the music is precisely edited with utmost respect for the intention of the composer and the performance practice of the period. Valuable reference materials appear in this volume, including a table of music symbols, list of relevant tempo marks, complete glossary of music terms used within the book, title index, as well as a chart listing the dates of the composers.   The Five-Finger Piano Children's Hymns FJH1498 / 5.50 Schultz / Faigen Elementary The Children's Hymns edition includes 10 of the most popular Sunday school songs. Created for the elementary pianist, these exceptional arrangements feature rewarding 5-finger solos with optional duet accompaniments. Contents include: Jesus Loves Me; Joshua Fought The Battle Of Jericho; Fairest Lord Jesus; This Little Light Of Mine; Jesus Wants Me For A Sunbeam; and more. This educational supplement is inspirational to the elementary piano student, a joy to parents, and satisfies the requirements of the discerning piano teacher.   The Five-Finger Piano Folk Songs FJH1499 / 5.50 Schultz / Faigen Elementary The Folk Songs edition includes 10 of the most famous American folk songs. Created for the elementary pianist of any age, these exceptional arrangements feature rewarding 5-finger solos with optional duet accompaniments. Contents include: Red River Valley; Oh! Susanna; Clementine; Turkey In The Straw; Home On The Range; and more. This edition is a fun supplement to any course of instruction and supports the requirements of the discerning piano teacher. Folk Songs provides a wealth of long-loved music the entire family will enjoy.   The Five-Finger Piano Traditional Hymns FJH1497 / 5.50 Schultz / Faigen Elementary The Traditional Hymns edition includes 10 of the world's most beloved sacred hymns. Created for the elementary pianist of any age, these exceptional arrangements feature rewarding 5-finger solos with optional duet accompaniments. Contents include: Amazing Grace!, Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee, Faith of Our Fathers, Holy, Holy, Holy!, We Gather Together, and more. This valuable educational supplement is certain to inspire and motivate the elementary piano student, and to satisfy the requirements of the discerning piano teacher.   Jazz & Blues Book 1 FJH1403 / 5.95 Robert Schultz Early Intermediate Includes 13 original piano solos in a wide variety of colorful jazz and blues styles – swing, bebop, and more. Presented in standard notation with clear and precise editing, Schultz’s writing is consistently pianistic and highly effective, resulting in a set of professional-quality jazz pieces that are certain to stimulate the progress of early intermediate students of all ages. Contents include: Blues Over Easy, Fast Lane, Goin’ Down To Monty’s, Shortcut Alley, and more.   Jazz & Blues Book 2 FJH1404 / 5.95 Robert Schultz Intermediate Contains 13 original jazz & blues piano solos in various styles including swing, bebop, slow blues, jazz waltz, and others. The pieces are highly effective, certain to motivate students, and provide new repertoire for both professional and amateur jazz pianists. Contents include: Blue Silk, Off Broadway, Snapdragon Alley, Swing It Back, and more.   Jazz & Blues Book 3 FJH1405 / 5.95 Robert Schultz Late Intermediate Includes 12 original piano solos that are true additions to the body of jazz literature. Schultz’s writing is consistently pianistic and rewarding, providing colorful solos in styles that include swing, bebop, slow blues, ballad, and more. Contents include: After Hours, Butterscotch Blues, Masquerade, Midnight Blue, and more.   7 Sketches FJH1353 / 5.95 Intermediate These imaginative performance pieces provide the intermediate pianist a stepping stone to the advanced classical and contemporary literature. Composed in Schultz’s attractive, contemporary style, these pianistic sketches include scenes, character portraits, and atmospheric settings ranging from the serenity of the opening Meditation to the excitement and drama of The Sorcerer.   24 Expressions FJH1358 / 7.95 Intermediate Each piece in this unique collection of intermediate piano solos describes a specific expressive quality such as Bold, Shimmer, Exotic, Sizzle, Large, Cold, Elegant, Power, and more. Schultz utilizes patterned motives as an important feature in the writing, enabling students to quickly master each piece. The Accelerando Series provides a wealth of highly-motivating studies, expertly crafted to support all areas of standard piano technique. Designed for both children and adults, the Accelerando books guide the student's progress from their first lesson to the advanced level. Each book presents clear-cut goals that pave the way for accelerated progress at every age and level. All subjects and elements studied throughout the Accelerando Series are developed with ample, creative reinforcement that ensures successful results with both immediate and long-term benefits. Accelerando Book 1 FJH1381 / 5.95 Robert Schultz and Tina Faigen Beginner (all ages) / 72 studies, 32 pages suitable for use from the first lesson Primary Subjects: hands alone finger combinations in Middle C position progressing gradually to hands together 5-finger patterns in C Major position. Elements: consistent quarter-note motion, legato & staccato, steps & skips, expanding the reading range by steps, "hold" studies establishing secure keybed orientation. Also includes: keyboard/staff diagram, "master the metronome," staff paper.   Accelerando Book 2 FF1382 / 5.95 Robert Schultz and Tina Faigen Early Elementary (all ages) / 60 studies, 32 pages Primary Subjects: hands together finger combinations in C Major position alternating with hands alone "travel" studies moving away from Middle C, simple transpositions to develop equal mastery throughout the keyboard. New Elements: quarter-note motion, 2-note slurs, parallel & contrary motion, intervals & triads, "hold" studies to develop finger independence. Also includes: 5-finger major/minor transposition chart, "master the metronome," staff paper.   Accelerando Book 3 FJH1383 / 5.95 Robert Schultz and Tina Faigen Elementary (all ages) / 61 studies, 32 pages Primary Subjects: stable & travel studies incorporating C major/minor positions, A major/minor positions, and altered tones within a 5-finger position. New Elements: 8th notes, contrasting articulations, major/minor triads, accidentals, thumb under, alternating hands, multi-voice "hold" studies, transpositions using accidentals within a 5-finger position. Also includes: 5-finger major/minor transposition chart, "master the metronome," staff paper.   Accelerando Book 4 FJH1384 / 5.95 Robert Schultz and Tina Faigen Late Elementary (all ages) / 51 studies, 32 pages Primary Subjects: 5 subject areas presented in stable position & travel studies: expanding the hand position, triplets, arpeggio figures, chromatic figures, and introduction to dotted rhythm. New Elements: triplets, 6ths & 7ths, stable accompaniments, shifting thumb, transpositions using expanded 5-finger positions. Also includes: relative major/minor transposition chart, "master the metronome," staff paper.   Accelerando Book 5 FJH1385 / 5.95 Robert Schultz and Tina Faigen Early Intermediate (all ages) / 69 studies, 32 pages Primary Subjects: melodic scale figures, dotted rhythm, 16th notes, triad inversions, black key studies, combination studies. New Elements: 16th notes, scale figures in relative major/minor key signatures progressing through two sharps/flats, expanding to a broken octave, double 3rds, transpositions presented with the new key signatures. Also includes: circle of 5ths diagram, relative major/minor transposition chart, “master the metronome,” staff paper.   Accelerando Book 6 FF1386 / 5.95 Robert Schultz and Tina Faigen Intermediate (all ages) / 54 studies, 32 pages Primary Subjects: 4 principal subjects: melodic scale figures, arpeggio figures, octave figures, and specialized skills. New Elements: scale figures continue their progression through relative major/minor key signatures with three or four sharps/flats, blocked & broken octaves, specialized skills including: Alberti bass & broken chord patterns, trills, crossing hands, leaps, and combination studies. Also includes: circle of 5ths diagram, relative major/minor transposition chart, "master the metronome," staff paper.   Accelerando, Book 7 Robert Schultz and Tina Faigen FF1387 / 5.95 Late Intermediate (all ages) Primary Subjects: 5 principal subjects: melodic scale figures, accompanimental figures, octave & chordal figures, combination studies, and specialized skills. New Elements: scale figures continue their progression through relative major/minor key signatures with 5 sharps/flats, patterned accompaniments, waltz bass, melodic octaves, full chords, ornaments, finger substitutions, 2 against 3, 4-5 octave slurs, bridging 10ths, legato 6ths, and repeated notes. Also Includes: circle of 5ths diagram, master the metronome, a table of ornaments, and a glossary.   The Five-Finger Piano Books Christmas Carols FF1495 / 5.50 Robert Schultz and Tina Faigen This edition includes 10 of the most beloved, traditional Christmas carols, created for the elementary pianist of any age. These exceptional arrangements feature rewarding 5-finger solos with optional duet accompaniments. Contents: Silent Night, The First Noel, Away In A Manger, O Come, All Ye Faithful, Deck The Hall, Jingle Bells, and more. A superb supplement to any course of instruction.   Classical Themes FF1496 / 5.50 Robert Schultz and Tina Faigen The Classical Themes edition includes 10 of the world’s most beautiful and well-known classical themes. Created for the elementary pianist of any age, these exceptional arrangements feature rewarding 5-finger solos with optional duet accompaniments. Contents: Canon In D, Ode To Joy, Pomp And Circumstance, Dance Of The Sugar Plum Fairy, Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, and more. This edition is a superb introduction to the world of classical music.      About Us :: Composers & Writers :: Contact Us :: Conventions & Workshops Piano Music :: Guitar Music :: Concert Band Music Jazz Ensemble Music :: String Orchestra Music :: Solo & Ensemble Music Canzonique Music :: Percussion Music :: :: Home Copyright © The FJH Music Company Inc.