Ludwig van Beethoven

First Book for Pianists

The 10 pieces in this book are arranged in approximate order of difficulty and include 'Album Leaf,' the easiest mazurkas, preludes and more. Each are in their original form and retain the sensitive, expressive character that earned Chopin the title 'Poet of the Piano.' Derived from 'Chopin-an Introduction to His Piano Works,' this edition is intended for students in the early grades. Willard Palmer has provided notes on ornamentation, pedaling and fingering.Scott Price is the chair of the Piano Department at the University of South Carolina and holds a doctorate in piano performance from the University of Oklahoma. He has given master classes and recitals throughout the United States and Southeast Asia. His recordings are featured in Alfred's Premier Piano Course.