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Northern Lights

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Northern Lights is growing series of graded piano music by Canadian composers with each level consisting of two collections: a repertoire and a musical discoveries book.  These collections are designed to inspire, educate and appeal to all students. The series is listed in festivals across the country.  A Pre-Reader through to Level Eight of Northern Lights have already been completed, as well as volumes of duet books at various levels.

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Northern Lights Pre-Reader

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Children can now play ‘cool’ Canadian compositions at their first piano lesson. The Northern Lights Pre-Reader progresses through natural processing.  Northern Lights Pre-Reader is a great supplemental book for all methods of study. Students move easily through works without notation to simple notational reading while developing keyboard direction and orientation, as well as right hand – left hand designation. Young pianists are encouraged to use their voices by singing appealing lyrics while enhancing their rhythmic playing. Northern Lights Pre-Reader is a fun, ‘must-have’ repertoire book for all beginning students!
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Northern Lights Primer 1

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Northern Light Primer 1 is sequential to the Pre-Reader. Released in July of 2012, this collection offers 29 new Canadian piano solos and improvisations for beginning piano students. Biographies and photos of the 15 contributing composers are included, as well as 'Creative Corners' for performance and pedagogy ideas.
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Northern Lights Primer 2

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Northern Lights Primer 2 completes the elementary levels of this wonderful series of Canadian works.  Released in July of 2013, this collections includes 39 solos and improvisations by 21 Canadian composers. Photos, biographies and pedagogy ideas are included.
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Northern Lights Pre A

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music Level Pre A is a collection of Pre-Grade One repertoire written by Canadian composers. The 33 pieces  were carefully selected to represent a wide variety of keys, metre, tempi and styles. They range from majestic and traditional King Tiger to the gentle Kitty on the Keys; from the gigantic Hippo to the tiny Butterfly. Styles range from traditional to contemporary to jazz. The collection is a useful resource of repertoire for examination, performance, quick study, sight reading and fun, as well useful glossaries. In addition students enjoy each composer’s photo and biography.
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Northern Lights Pre B

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music Level Pre A is a collection of Pre-Grade One Musical Discoveries (etude-like) works written by Canadian. The 23 pieces  were carefully selected to represent a wide variety of keys, metre, tempi and styles. Works include pentatonic pieces like The Crystal Cave and Morning Fog; contemporary works like Knock, Knock, Who’s There?, as well as jazzy titles like Rubber Boa. The collection is a useful resource of repertoire for examination, performance, quick study, sight reading and fun, as well useful glossaries. In addition students enjoy each composer’s photo and biography.
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Northern Lights 1A

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music Level 1A is a collection of Grade One repertoire written by Canadian composers  The 33 pieces were carefully selected to represent a wide variety of keys, metre, tempi and styles. They include jazz (Left Alone Boogie), Impressionistic (Raindrop Daydreams) and traditional (Musette). The collection is a useful resource of repertoire for examination, performance, quick study, sight reading and recreational playing. In addition students enjoy each composer’s photo and biography.

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Northern Lights 1B

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music Level 1B is a collection of Grade One etude-like works written by Canadian composers  The 34 pieces were carefully selected to represent a wide variety of keys, metre, tempi and styles. They include jazz (Aardvark Strut), Impressionistic (Summer Lightning) and traditional (Lace Tablecloth). The collection is a useful resource of repertoire for examination, performance, quick study, sight reading and pure enjoyment. In addition students enjoy each composer’s photo and biography.

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Northern Lights 2A

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music Level 2A is a collection of Grade Two repertoire written by Canadian composers  The 30 pieces were carefully selected to represent a wide variety of keys, metre, tempi and styles. They include jazz (Jazzmatazz), Impressionistic (Snowin’) and traditional (Sarabande). The collection is a useful resource of repertoire for examination, performance, quick study, sight reading and fun. In addition students enjoy each composer’s photo and biography.

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Northern Lights 2B

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music Level 2B is a collection of Grade Two etude-like works written by Canadian composers  The 29 pieces were carefully selected to represent a wide variety of keys, metre, tempi and styles. They include jazz (Boogie #1) Impressionistic (White Clouds, Blue Sky) and traditional (French Dance). The collection is a useful resource of repertoire for examination, performance, quick study, sight reading and fun playing. In addition students enjoy each composer’s photo and biography.

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Northern Lights 3A

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music Level 3A is a collection of Grade Three repertoire written by Canadian composers  The 35 pieces were carefully selected to represent a wide variety of keys, metre, tempi and styles. They include jazz, traditional, and contemporary styles. The collection is a useful resource of repertoire for examination, performance, quick study, sight reading and recreational playing. In addition students and teachers enjoy each composer’s photo and biography.

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Northern Lights 3B

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music Level 3B is a collection of Grade Four etude-like works written by Canadian composers.  The 34 pieces were carefully selected to represent a wide variety of keys, metre, tempi and styles. They include jazz, traditional, and contemporary styles. The collection is a useful resource of repertoire for examination, performance, quick study, sight reading and pure fun.  In addition students and teachers enjoy each composer’s photo and biography.

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Northern Lights 4A

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music Level 4A is a collection of Grade Four repertoire written by Canadian composers.  The 28 pieces were carefully selected to represent a wide variety of keys, metre, tempi and styles. They include jazz, traditional, and contemporary styles. The collection is a continuation of the Northern Lights Series and a useful resource of repertoire for examination, performance, quick study, sight reading and pure enjoyment.  In addition students and teachers enjoy each composer’s photo and biography.

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Northern Lights 4B

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music Level 4B is a collection of Grade Four etude-like works written by Canadian composers. The 27 pieces were carefully selected to represent a wide variety of keys, metre, tempi and styles. They include jazz, traditional, and contemporary styles. The collection is a useful resource of repertoire for examination, performance, quick study, sight reading and hours of fun. In addition students and teachers enjoy each composer’s photo and biography.

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Northern Lights 5A

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music Level 5A advances this exciting series to Grade Five repertoire written by Canadian composers.  The 39 pieces were carefully selected to represent a wide variety of keys, metre, tempi and styles. They include jazz, traditional, and contemporary styles. The collection is a useful resource of repertoire for examination, performance, quick study, sight reading and hours of fun.  In addition students and teachers enjoy each composer’s photo and biography.

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Northern Lights 5B

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music Level 5B is a collection of Grade Five etude-like works written by Canadian composers.  The 32 pieces were carefully selected to represent a wide variety of keys, metre, tempi and styles. They include jazz, traditional, and contemporary styles. The collection is a useful resource of repertoire for examination, performance, quick study, sight reading and recreational playing. In addition students and teachers enjoy each composer’s photo and biography.

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Northern Lights 6A

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music Level 6A advances this exciting series to Grade Six repertoire written by Canadian composers.  The 36 pieces were carefully selected to represent a wide variety of keys, metre, tempi and styles. They include jazz, traditional, and contemporary styles. The collection is a useful resource of repertoire for examination, performance, quick study, sight reading and hours of fun.  In addition students and teachers enjoy each composer’s photo and biography.

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Northern Lights 6B

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music Level 6B is a collection of Grade Six etude-like works written by Canadian composers.  The 33 pieces were carefully selected to represent a wide variety of keys, metre, tempi and styles. They include jazz, traditional, and contemporary styles. The collection is a useful resource of repertoire for examination, performance, quick study, sight reading and recreational playing. In addition students and teachers enjoy each composer’s photo and biography.

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Northern Lights 7A

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music Level 7A advances this exciting series to Grade Seven repertoire written by Canadian composers.  The 37 pieces were carefully selected to represent a wide variety of keys, metre, tempi and styles. They include jazz, traditional, and contemporary styles. The collection is a useful resource of repertoire for examination, performance, quick study, sight reading and hours of fun.  In addition students and teachers enjoy each composer’s photo and biography. Spiral bound.
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Northern Lights 7B

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music Level 7B is a collection of Grade Seven etude-like works written by Canadian composers. The 26 pieces were carefully selected to represent a wide variety of keys, metre, tempi and styles. They include jazz, traditional, and contemporary styles. The collection is a useful resource of repertoire for examination, performance, quick study, sight reading and recreational playing. In addition students and teachers enjoy each composer’s photo and biography.
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Northern Lights 8A

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music Level 8A is a collection of Grade Eight repertoire by 33 Canadian composers.  The 43 works are housed in this delightful 122 page-coil bound collection. The broad range of styles, tempi, key, and metre provide advancing pianists with hours of playing - ideal for quick studies, sight reading, festival, examinations, performance and recreation.
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Northern Lights 8B

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music Level 8B is a collection of Grade Eight etude-like works written by 25 Canadian composers.  The 25 pieces were carefully selected to represent a wide variety of keys, metre, tempi and styles. They include jazz, traditional, and contemporary styles. The collection is a useful resource of repertoire for examination, performance, quick study, sight reading and recreational playing. In addition students and teachers enjoy each composer’s photo and biography.
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Northern Lights Primary Piano Duets

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music: Primary Piano Duets is a collection of 14 new works, in fixed hand positions, by 13 Canadian composers from coast to coast.  To facilitate the learning process, fingerings and measure numbers have been included.  Students will enjoy seeing photos of the composers with the biographies.

The educational and pedagogical value of playing duets is evidenced in recital performances, festival settings and recreational playing. The team-work provides motivation for practise, improving sight reading, rhythmic precision and reducing performance anxiety. Duet playing enhances many areas of musicianship as well as developing the social aspect of music making.

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Northern Lights Elementary Piano Duets

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music: Elementary Piano Duets is a collection of 14 new works, in fixed hand positions, by 15 Canadian composers from coast to coast.  To facilitate the learning process, fingerings and measure numbers have been included.  Students will enjoy seeing photos of the composers with the biographies.

The educational and pedagogical value of playing duets is evidenced in recital performances, festival settings and recreational playing. The team-work provides motivation for practise, improving sight reading, rhythmic precision and reducing performance anxiety. Duet playing enhances many areas of musicianship as well as developing the social aspect of music making.
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Northern Lights Late Elementary Piano Duets

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music: Late Elementary Piano Duets is a collection of 11 new works, in fixed hand positions, by 12 Canadian composers from coast to coast.  To facilitate the learning process, fingerings and measure numbers have been included.  Students will enjoy seeing photos of the composers with the biographies.

The educational and pedagogical value of playing duets is evidenced in recital performances, festival settings and recreational playing. The team-work provides motivation for practise, improving sight reading, rhythmic precision and reducing performance anxiety. Duet playing enhances many areas of musicianship as well as developing the social aspect of music making.
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Northern Lights Early Intermediate Piano Duets

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music: Early Intermediate Piano Duets is a collection of 10 new works, in fixed hand positions, by 11 Canadian composers from coast to coast.  To facilitate the learning process, fingerings and measure numbers have been included.  Students will enjoy seeing photos of the composers with the biographies.

The educational and pedagogical value of playing duets is evidenced in recital performances, festival settings and recreational playing. The team-work provides motivation for practise, improving sight reading, rhythmic precision and reducing performance anxiety. Duet playing enhances many areas of musicianship as well as developing the social aspect of music making.
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Northern Lights Intermediate Duets

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Northern Lights: An Exploration of Canadian Piano Music: Early Intermediate Piano Duets is a collection of 8 new works, in fixed hand positions, by 8 Canadian composers from coast to coast. To facilitate the learning process, fingerings and measure numbers have been included. Students will enjoy seeing photos of the composers with the biographies.


The educational and pedagogical value of playing duets is evidenced in recital performances, festival settings and recreational playing. The team-work provides motivation for practise, improving sight reading, rhythmic precision and reducing performance anxiety. Duet playing enhances many areas of musicianship as well as developing the social aspect of music making.

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