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Cover of Alfred's Basic Piano Course: Top Hits! Christmas Book Complete 1 (1A/1B)

Alfred's Basic Piano Course: Top Hits! Christmas Book Complete 1 (1A/1B)

by E. L. Lancaster

Book Details

Publisher:Alfred Music
Published:2005-05-03
Pages:36
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

"Top Hits" Christmas includes new music favorites that have become a permanent part of the holiday season. This book may be used by students in Complete Level 1 of Alfred's Basic Piano Library or in the first or second book of any method. Titles: * A Holly Jolly Christmas * Do You Hear What I Hear * Frosty the Snow Man * Happy Holiday * Home for the Holidays * I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus * I'll Be Home for Christmas * Jingle-Bell Rock * Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! * Rudolph the Re

Our Review

This collection delivers exactly what piano students need during the holiday season: familiar Christmas carols arranged for early-intermediate players working through foundational method books. The song selection thoughtfully balances upbeat classics like "Jingle-Bell Rock" and "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" with sentimental favorites including "I'll Be Home for Christmas" and "Do You Hear What I Hear," creating immediate engagement through recognizable melodies that students already love.

What makes this holiday music book particularly valuable is its flexible placement within Alfred's curriculum, serving students in Complete Level 1 while remaining accessible to those in Levels 1A or 1B of the method series. The arrangements maintain musical integrity while carefully considering technical limitations, allowing developing pianists to experience the joy of playing complete holiday standards without frustration. This thoughtful approach to level-appropriate Christmas music transforms seasonal practice from obligation to celebration, making it an ideal supplement for maintaining motivation through the winter months.

Themes

Music

Subjects

Music