Classical Themes - Level 2 (Hal Leonard Student Piano Library) Book/Online Audio

Fred Kern_Phillip Keveren

ISBN 10: 1495047628 / ISBN 13: 9781495047626

Published by Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation Sep 2015, 2015

About this Item

Neuware - (Educational Piano Library). This series presents favorite orchestral classics, carefully graded and expertly arranged for piano solo with great teacher accompaniments! Online access to instrumental accompaniments is available using the unique code provided inside the book. Level 2 includes: Alleluia (Mozart) \* Barcarolle (Offenbach) \* Hallelujah (Handel) \* In the Hall of the Mountain King (Grieg) \* Marche Militaire (Schubert) \* Plaisir d'amour (Martini) \* Romanza (Mozart) \* Symphony No. 9 (Largo) (Dvorak) \* Symphony No. 94 (Haydn) \* Waltz (Tchaikovsky).

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Classical Themes - Level 2 (Hal Leonard Student Piano Library) Book/Online Audio
• Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation Sep 2015
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1495047628
• ISBN 13: 9781495047626
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 302W x 225H x 7D millimeters 302 millimeters width by 225 millimeters height by 7 millimeters depth
• Weight: 163 grams

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Synopsis

This piano sheet music songbook features a collection of well-known classical themes by composers including Mozart, Handel, Grieg, Schubert, Haydn, Dvorák, and Tchaikovsky, arranged for early intermediate piano students. Part of the Hal Leonard Student Piano Library, this Level 2 collection is designed for developing pianists who want to build repertoire while improving musical expression, accuracy, and confidence through recognizable and rewarding works.

Carefully graded piano solo arrangements are presented in standard notation, making the pieces accessible while still musically engaging and stylistically authentic. Each selection includes optional online audio accompaniments, available through a code inside the book, allowing students to practice with supportive backing tracks that enhance timing, phrasing, coordination, and overall musicality in a more immersive way.

The value of this collection lies in its balance between technical development and musical inspiration. Students are introduced to iconic orchestral works in a format that feels achievable, helping to reinforce rhythm, dynamics, articulation, and expressive playing. The familiarity of these classical themes often increases motivation, making practice more enjoyable and rewarding while steadily advancing overall skill level and musical understanding.

Song List
Alleluia, K. 165 * Barcarolle * Eine Kleine Nachtmusik (“Romance”), Second Movement * Hallelujah Chorus * In the Hall of the Mountain King * Largo * Marche Militaire, Op. 51, No. 1 * Plaisir d’Amour * The Sleeping Beauty Waltz * The Surprise Symphony

Whether used for structured lessons, independent study, or informal performance, this collection offers a practical and engaging way to experience classical repertoire at the piano. It is a thoughtful choice for students, teachers, and learners seeking a balanced mix of education, enjoyment, and meaningful musical progress.