Description
Howard Kasschau Piano Course - Book 4: Piano Technique
Howard Kasschau Piano Course - Book 4 is an advanced stage of the Kasschau piano method, using repertoire to develop technique, musical understanding and stylistic awareness. Published by G. Schirmer, the book presents piano literature in a broadly chronological sequence, moving from early composers through to the Romantic period.
Piano Literature Taught Through Repertoire
The collection includes music and themes associated with composers including Bach, Handel, Scarlatti, Chopin, Schumann, Liszt, Brahms, Grieg and MacDowell. The sequence helps students encounter contrasting periods and styles while continuing to build control, phrasing and keyboard technique.
A Substantial Technique and Repertoire Book
At 80 pages, Book 4 provides a broad range of material including preludes, waltzes, dances, sonata movements and character pieces. Selections include Prelude by Chopin, Solfeggietto, Alla Tarantella, Chaconne, Turkish March, Coppelia Waltz and works by Bach, Handel, Schumann, Grieg and others.
Key Features
- Book 4 in the Howard Kasschau Piano Course
- Piano technique and repertoire method
- By Howard Kasschau
- Repertoire presented in broadly chronological style progression
- Includes Baroque, Classical and Romantic-era material
- 80-page softcover book
- Published by G. Schirmer, Inc.
- Hal Leonard inventory number: 50329770
- Publisher code: ED2404
- UPC 073999297706
Who Is It For?
Ideal for advancing piano students progressing through the Howard Kasschau Piano Course, or teachers looking for a traditional method that combines technique development with recognised classical repertoire.
Our Take
Book 4 is useful because the technical work is tied directly to real musical literature. Students are not just practising isolated exercises, they are learning how technique changes across different composers, forms and periods.
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