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!
Succeeding at the Piano Lesson and Technique Book- Grade 5
Grade 5 expands on the concepts form earlier levels and presents new ones: sixteenth-note patterns, seventh chords, finger independence,Read More
Succeeding at the Piano Lesson Book – Grade 1A (2nd Edition)
This is a special edition with similar music (original music, folk songs and classical arrangements) and art for teachersRead More
Succeeding at the Piano Lesson Book – Grade 1B (2nd Edition)
This newest edition features fewer technical hints and reminders so teachers can use their unique, descriptive vocabulary for theRead More
Succeeding at the Piano Lesson Book – Grade 2A (2nd Edition)
This is a special edition with similar music (original music, folk songs and classical arrangements) and graphics for teachersRead More
Succeeding at the Piano Lesson Book – Grade 2B (2nd Edition)
This newest edition features fewer technical hints and reminders so teachers can use their unique, descriptive vocabulary for theRead More
Succeeding at the Piano Lesson Book – Preparatory (2nd Edition)
This is a special edition with similar music and art for teachers who prefer teaching technique in their own,Read More
Succeeding at the Piano Merry Christmas Book – Grade 2A (2nd Edition)
Eight popular carols arranged in a variety of keys are suitable for family gatherings, church or recitals. Titles are: ItRead More
Succeeding at the Piano Merry Christmas Book – Grade 2B (2nd Edition)
Titles include: O Christmas Tree; God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen; Silent Night; Joy to the World; Deck the Halls; AwayRead More
Succeeding at the Piano Merry Christmas! Book – Grade 1A (2nd Edition)
Following the colorful activity pages that reinforce the concepts of Grade 1A, are eight attractive arrangements celebrating the musicRead More
Succeeding at the Piano Merry Christmas! Book – Grade 1B (2nd Edition)
The beautiful arrangements, colorful art, and crisp engraving make this book so attractive! There are five engaging activity pagesRead More
Succeeding at the Piano Merry Christmas! Book – Grade 3 (2nd Edition)
Following the colorful activity pages that reinforce the concepts of Grade 3, are nine attractive arrangements that celebrate theRead More
Succeeding at the Piano Merry Christmas! Book – Grade 4
An entertaining collection of Christmas favorites arranged in a variety of sounds and styles–an ideal choice for the intermediateRead More