Technique supports Musicality. Both support success. Success is the greatest motivator.
In Dr. Marlais’ publications, students learn body-friendly technique from the very beginning. The technique lessons are approachable and not overwhelming. It’s easy for teachers to teach and fun for students to learn. This important technique can easily take your students to the next level of playing and Artistic Personality.
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The piano series that Dr. Marlais has developed have become an integral part of piano students’ repertoire across the country and abroad. This comprehensive curriculum gives you and your students the tools and materials that are needed to succeed in piano playing. From the beginner levels to advanced, students learn the core fundamentals of music study, including reading, rhythm, technique, musicality, theory, ear training, sight reading, composition, and repertoire. The repertoire includes classical music, sonatinas, jazz, blues, folk, hymns, spirituals, originals, popular, Christmas, music history, and the contemporary music of living art music composers.
Music Downloads with Variable Speed Playback Now Available!
All of the books that have play-along tracks now include variable speed playback. Just use the scannable code in each book. Compatible with desktop and mobile devices, there is no software to download or install. Access this pedagogical feature anywhere!
Modern Expressions for Piano
Sure to be a modern classic, this witty, accessible collection is for the adventurous late intermediate/early advanced student. Ms.Read More
Modern Miniatures for Piano Solo, Volume 1
This artistic collection of over 30 piano miniatures are contrasting in nature – some are energetic, others lyrical –Read More
Modern Miniatures for Piano Solo, Volume 2
The natural musicality present in this collection demands the same kind of careful attention that we expect from theRead More
Musical Treasures, Volume 1
In Musical Treasures, Volume 1, students will find numerous character piano works that will broaden their musical understanding andRead More
Musical Treasures, Volume 2
Musical Treasures, Volume 2 is an original collection of contemporary compositions by Andrey Komanetsky that provides a wide varietyRead More
On Stage!, Book 1
This book is part of the Intervallic Reading Series that focuses on reading intervals and patterns rather than noteRead More
On Stage!, Book 2
Following the format set forth in Book 1, On Stage! Book 2 progresses from the elementary to late elementaryRead More
On Stage!, Book 3
On Stage! Book 3 is written for the early intermediate/intermediate student and focuses on refining and advancing sight-reading skills.Read More
On Your Way to Succeeding with the Masters
On Your Way to Succeeding with the Masters® is the perfect way to introduce the different historical and musicalRead More
On Your Way To Succeeding With The Masters, Theory Book
On Your Way to Succeeding with the Masters® Theory Book correlates with the repertoire collection, On Your Way toRead More
On Your Way to Succeeding with the Masters, Theory Book – Answer Key
The Answer Key contains all of the answers to the “spotlighted” concepts in the Theory Book. Having students workRead More
Outside the Box – Ten Contemporary Solos
Outside the Box is a unique collection containing ten pieces that experiment with contemporary compositional techniques, altering such elementsRead More