Educational Resources
Accompanying Sheet Music for
Élisabeth​
A Musical Picture Book by Sophie Pipia​
Élisabeth tells the story of the French composer, Élisabeth Jacquet de la Guerre, who worked as a musician in the court of Louis XIV, and published both vocal and instrumental works during her lifetime. Below are three of her minuets arranged for piano students.
Practice Tips
Practice Advice:​​
Activities to Try at Home
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Online games and activities to study rhythm, note reading, and music history.
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Compose your own song and other activities.
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Note reading game to strengthen sight reading skills. Desktop or app available.
Sheet Music & Composer Databases​
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Sheet music catalog featuring popular and classical works. Free to use online, with downloads available with a subscription.
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International Music Score Library Project (IMSLP)
Comprehensive online database of downloadable classical works.
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Online database created to promote an equitable body of works for the piano. Features audio recordings, links to piano scores, and historical information about composers.
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Online directory of works for piano written by women composers. Features videos of each work, links to piano scores, and information about composers.
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Online database that promotes the work of gender marginalized composers. Features audio and video recordings, links to piano scores, and historical information about composers.
Recommended Materials for Piano Students
Faber & Faber Piano Adventures Series
Method book series consisting of 11 levels for young students ages 5-11, as well as accelerated courses for older beginners and adults.
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Each level has accompanying books which explore a variety of styles including rock n' roll, ragtime, classical, Disney, Christmas, and more!​
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Free notation software for Windows and MacOS.
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Online music dictionary for kids.
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Hal Leonard Wire-Bound wide staff manuscript paper for students.
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Printable staff paper with various clef options.
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Free online metronome accessible on any device.
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Free metronome app available on the App Store or Google Play.
Digital metronome with audio and visual beat-keeping as well as tempo markings.
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An adjustable platform that allows young players to comfortably reach the pedals while playing.