Black Key Blast By Wendy Stevens Wendy Stevens has produced many music resources over the years, spanning from theory tests (which I personally benefited from), to piano music, rhythm books, and now one of her most recent products: Black Key Blast-a beginner pre-staff songbook. In this book you’ll find 6 upbeat and energetic pieces with […]
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Review of Learning Strategies for Musical Success by Michael Griffin
Learning Strategies for Musical Success Michael Griffin has become quite a familiar name for Music Matters Blog readers. Just from the little I’ve been exposed to his work and the little I know about him, Mr. Griffin is a thoroughly impressive music educator and has definitely earned the recognition and promotion he’s received on the […]
Review of Coffee with Ray by Nick Ambrosino
Coffee with Ray by Nick Ambrosino In this easy-to-read story, you will follow the journey of Matt, a deeply frustrated piano teacher, who is desperate to find something that will help him enjoy the career he chose over seven years ago because of his love for music. You will also find he likes coffee. You […]
Overview of Go for the Gold! Recorder by Kevin Babuder
Go for the Gold! Website Go for the Gold! Recorder is a multi-touch book created for a Mac or iPad and can be purchased through iTunes to read and enjoy in your iBooks. This is a beginner edition and from what I’ve read, to take full advantage of the interactive aspects the book offers, it’s best to […]
Review of The Songs of Hollywood by Philip Furia & Laurie Patterson
The Songs of Hollywood I can’t think of any other title that would be more appropriate for this book. It might be a plain and simple name, but let me tell you, this book is chock-full of “songs of Hollywood”! Personally, I love some of those old classic songs and dance numbers that Hollywood incorporated […]
Review of Madge’s Notebook: A Piano Tribute to the Hunger Games by Rebekah Maxner
Let’s say you want a new piano book for your intermediate/late intermediate student. But not just any book. You want one that’s going to get them pumped, kindles an interest in classical music, and integrates movie-like themes, yet is challenging all at the same time. If that’s what you want, then Madge’s Notebook: A Piano […]
