Helen Marlais
Pianist, Pedagogue, Pedagogical author.
Inspired by Witold Lutoslawki’s approach to form and melody, Timothy Brown has created this innovative work consisting of five preludes for the advanced pianist. Written for two pianists, this duet features simple folk-like melodies that are combined with mixed meters, dissonance, bitonality and other challenging contemporary devices. Dance Preludes is a colorful experimentation in timbre...
In Recital® for the Advancing Pianist, Christmas presents classic Christmas repertoire in a decidedly un-classic way! Christmas favorites such as Jingle Bells, Joy to the World, Away in a Manger, and more, are arranged with lush harmonies and new rhythmic twists that will bring a smile to everyone’s faces. Arranged for the early advanced student,...
This collection presents artistic classical themes arranged for the early advanced level. Pianist will enjoy playing many of the finest themes by some of the greatest composers. Pieces such as: Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring from Cantata No. 147 (Bach); Flower Duet from Lakmé (Delibes); Shepard’s Song from Symphony No. 6, Movement Five (Beethoven); and...
Pianists will enjoy these artistic duets by leading FJH composers and arrangers in a mix of styles including traditional favorites, folk songs, ragtime, classical themes, and more. Beautiful and flashy duets are ideal for every recital situation, and are the perfect companion for early advanced duet players! TABLE OF CONTENTS: Golliwogg’s Cake-Walk The St. James...
Continuing the ever popular six book In Recital® series, this book showcases Jazz and Blues works for the early advanced pianist expertly arranged by Edwin McLean and Kevin Olson. Students will experience walking bass figures, swing, bebop, boogie-woogie, traditional blues, stride bass, as well as Latin jazz and jazz ballads. The works are true crowd...
In Recital® for the Advancing Pianist – Original Solos, Book 1 contains musically engaging original solos by leading FJH composers. These original pieces showcase new works for the student who is at the early advanced level. Edited by Helen Marlais, this collection contains pieces strongly rooted in the classical music tradition such as etudes, preludes,...
The most recent addition to this successful series, is this 12-piece collection, strongly rooted in the classical music tradition – polonaises, serenades, barcarolles, toccatas, rhapsodies – that also contains jazz and Latin music. Written by 11 composers, these works will capture the attention of audiences and showcase the virtuosic abilities of the advancing pianist, either...
The advancing pianist will love this delightful mix of traditional carols and contemporary favorites! This collection is the perfect cure for the winter blues. Contents include: Mary’s Little Boy Child; Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree; I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus; Do You Hear What I Hear; Feliz Navidad; Angels We Have Heard On High;...
In Recital® for the Advancing Pianist – Popular, Book 1 is a collection of artistically-engaging arrangements by FJH composers Kevin Olson and Nancy Lau, and edited by Helen Marlais. This wide variety of popular works includes titles such as Fly Me to the Moon, The Alley Cat Song, Nola, Misty, Candle on the Water, Time...
Book 2 of In Recital® for the Advancing Pianist Popular continues the six-book In Recital® series with artistic arrangements for the early advanced pianist. The fabulous arrangements by Edwin McLean and Timothy Brown will capture the attention of audience. TABLE OF CONTENTS: My Foolish Heart Vaya Con Dios Dream a Little Dream of Me After...
