Famous Classical Masterpieces Reimagined in Vibrant, Syncopated Styles
The Classical Jazz, Rags & Blues series features a brilliant collection of timeless classical melodies masterfully reimagined into distinct American music styles by renowned composer and piano pedagogue Martha Mier. Spanning progressively graded volumes, this unique collection bridges the gap between traditional masterworks and the swinging rhythms, syncopation, and rich harmonies of jazz, ragtime, and blues.
Students who are already familiar with these historic classical themes will delight in discovering them in an entirely new musical setting. For those experiencing these pieces for the first time, it serves as an unforgettable introduction to iconic themes from piano, opera, and orchestral literature. From early-intermediate syncopated shifts to advanced styling, this collection provides an ideal way for developing pianists to build rhythmic independence, steady swing timing, and a dynamic performance flair.
Key Features:
Timeless Classical Themes: Features highly creative, stylistically transformed arrangements of historic melodies by masters like Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Haydn, and Tchaikovsky.
Teaches Stylistic Phrasing: Helps students comfortably master syncopation, steady swing metrics, walking basslines, and traditional stride accompaniment patterns.
Excellent Recital Alternative: Provides engaging, high-energy showpieces for studio recitals, talent evaluations, and festival performance selections that students love to practice.
