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88 Piano Classics for Beginners
88 Piano Classics for Beginners
88 Piano Classics for Beginners
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88 Piano Classics for Beginners

By David Dutkanicz

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Beginning pianists of all ages will cherish this excellent compilation of piano classics. Many of the greatest composers — J. S. Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, Chopin, Liszt — are represented by several pieces each, some newly adapted for the piano. Popular works include the Brandenburg Concerto No. 3, Claire de Lune, and Pictures at an Exhibition.
LanguageEnglish
PublisherDover Publications
Release dateApr 17, 2013
ISBN9780486262895
88 Piano Classics for Beginners
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