Piano by Ear: Pop and Standards Box Set 10
by Bill Brown
read by Bill Brown
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This “Piano by Ear” box contains fifteen hours of high quality music instruction teaching you some of the greatest songs of all time. These solos are mostly intermediate to early advanced, so you will sound like a true professional once you have mastered them. This package contains mostly movie and theater hits along with a few top hits from the pop and rock world.
This box set includes:
"Everything I Do" (Late Intermediate/Early Advanced)"Part of Your World" (Late Intermediate/Early Advanced)"Send in the Clowns" (Late Intermediate/Early Advanced)"I Will Always Love You" (Late Intermediate/Early Advanced)"Open Arms" (Late Intermediate)"Can You Feel the Love Tonight" (Intermediate)"In this Life" (Late Intermediate/Early Advanced)"Noelle's Theme" (Late Intermediate/Early Advanced)"A Whole New World" (Intermediate)"Edelweiss" (Early Intermediate) "The Rose" (Late Intermediate)
Sonatina in C (Latour)
Late Beginner Level
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
You will learn all three movements of this sonatina by Theodore Latour in this "by ear" lesson. This first year level lesson starts off with a full demonstration of the sonatina followed by a detailed lesson describing notes and fingerings. Each movement of the sonatina is broken down into sections to make it easy to find your place in the lesson.
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Late Beginner Level Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This Christmas standard is arranged at a late beginner level so it is good for those of you who have been playing for a year or more. The arrangement is demonstrated and then taught completely "by ear" in small measure groups. There are several other Piano by Ear Christmas carols and hymns arranged at this level as well.
All I Ask of You
Late Intermediate Level Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
In this lesson you will learn a late intermediate level piano solo of the love theme from The Phantom of the Opera. The lesson starts with a full demonstration of the song followed by a detailed lesson teaching every phrase note-by-note without using any print, music, or video. You will learn the entire song "by ear" in two to four measure sections. A late beginner arrangement of this song is also available.
Don't Know Why
Intermediate Level Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
In this easy to follow lesson you will learn an intermediate piano solo of "Don't Know Why" which was made famous by Norah Jones. The lesson begins with a full demonstration of the solo with backing tracks which is then followed by a detailed all-audio lesson of the song in two to four measure sections. When you learn this way you memorize the song as you go and you develop your skills to pick out other songs "by ear" as well. The lesson concludes with backing tracks for you to practice and perform with. This is a fast and stimulating way to learn a great hit without using print or video!
Desperado
Intermediate Level Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
The Eagles made this ballad famous in the 70s and now you can learn a piano solo version of it completely "by ear." The song is fully demonstrated and then taught completely "by ear" using only audio descriptions of the notes and fingers used while playing them. The teacher also takes the time to point out any special fingering or techniques used to execute the passage you are working on.
On the Street Where You Live
Intermediate Level Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This classic from the world of musicals (My Fair Lady) makes a wonderful piano solo. The arrangement is played in its entirety and then taught in two- to four-measure sections completely "by ear." At the conclusion of the lesson you are given lightly orchestrated tracks to play along with.
By the Grace of God
Intermediate Level Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This is a piano solo version of the anthem made famous by Katy Perry. The lesson starts with a full demonstration of the solo followed by a detailed "by ear" lesson teaching every phrase, measure and note without the use of print or video.
Mary Did You Know
Late Beginner Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
In this lesson you will learn a late beginner level piano solo of the Christmas song "Mary Did You Know." The song is demonstrated at the beginning of the lesson and is then taught completely "by ear" using no music, print, or video. This song is also available in an intermediate level arrangement.
People
Late Beginner Level Piano Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
In this lesson you learn a beautiful and easy to learn solo of "People," from the movie Funny Girl, without using music or print. The arrangement is performed for you and then taught in two to four measure pieces completely "by ear." Backing tracks are included for you to practice and play along with.
Cherry Pink and Apple Blossom White
Late Beginner Level Piano Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
In this lesson you will learn a late beginner level solo of "Cherry Pink and Apple Blossom White" without reading music or print. At the beginning of the lesson the song is demonstrated and then taught in small, two- to four-measure sections completely "by ear." At the end of the lesson you are given the backing tracks to the song to practice and perform with. There are several other standards in the Piano by Ear library arranged at this level with backing tracks that you may want to consider as well.
Butterfly Etude
Late Intermediate Level Arrangement
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This is a lesson on a late intermediate arrangement of Chopin's famous "Butterfly Etude." The song is demonstrated completely and then taught totally "by ear" in two- to four-measure increments. Learning classical piano music has never been this easy!
Great Is Thy Faithfulness
Early Intermediate Piano Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
In this "by ear" lesson you will learn an early-intermediate arrangement of "Great is Thy Faithfulness" in three different styles. This allows you to not only learn the hymn for performance but to also learn different ways of arranging the accompaniment for use in other songs. This lesson is suitable for most adult students who have been practicing regularly for a little over a year.
Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho
Early Advanced Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This old spiritual makes a nice jazzy arrangement! In this Piano By Ear lesson you will learn an early advanced arrangement of "Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho" completely by ear. The lesson starts with a full demonstration of the arrangement followed by a detailed all-audio lesson teaching the song in two to four measure sections. The is no print, music, or video to use.
Elegy (R. Anderson)
Late Beginner Level
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This beginner level classical style piece is fun and easy to learn and in this lesson you will learn it completely by ear. The lesson starts off with a complete demonstration of the song followed by a detailed note-by-note, measure-by-measure lesson of how to play the song without using music, print, or video.
Laura
Late Beginner Level Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
"Laura" is the theme song from the movie of the same name and the song has far outlived its film counterpart. This is probably due to the song's dark and longing feel that is created without the use of a minor key. This lesson begins with a full demonstration of the song followed by a detailed "by ear" lesson teaching every lick and phrase in two- to four-measure sections.
Green, Green Grass of Home
Early Intermediate Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This haunting Porter Wagoner hit makes a wonderful piano arrangement and you can learn this one completely "by ear!" The lesson starts with a full demonstration of the song followed by a detailed note-by-note description of how to play the song, including the fingering.
From a Distance
Early Intermediate Level Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
In this lesson the student will learn an early intermediate level piano solo of "From A Distance" made famous by Bette Midler. The lesson starts off with a full demonstration of the arrangement which is then taught in two to four measure sections completely "by ear." Learning this way makes the song quick and easy to memorize and sharpens the brain's skill to pick out other songs "by ear." At the end of the lesson there are backing tracks to practice and perform with.
Blue Velvet
Late Beginner Level Piano Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
In this Piano by Ear lesson you will learn a late beginner level solo of this famous standard completely "by ear." At the beginning of the lesson you are given a demonstration recording to listen to and practice along with followed by a detailed lesson of the arrangement in two- to four-measure sections. At the end of the lesson you are given the backing tracks without any piano on them to perform the song with.
Nocturne 8 in Db Op 27 no 2 (Chopin)
Advanced Level
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
By Chopin. This arrangement was taken from the International Library of Piano Music so it is the original advanced version of this passionate Chopin nocturne. Because of the complexity of this nocturne the lesson spans four CDs giving the student easily four hours of detailed instruction on how to play this piece. A full demonstration of the nocturne is provided followed by a detailed "by ear" lesson in two- to four-measure increments. Learning this piece has never been easier than this.
A Little Night Music
Late Intermediate Piano Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This famous classical piece is fast and easy to learn! This late intermediate arrangement of the original is played in its entirety and then taught totally "by ear" using no print or music.
Adagio (Albinoni)
Late Intermediate Piano Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
Tomaso Albinoni was a Baroque era composer of primarily operas and yet his most famous piece is this simple and beautiful adagio for the piano. This lesson includes a full demonstration of the song followed by a detailed "by ear" lesson describing every note and its fingering in two to four measure sections. When you learn a song by ear you learn it faster and you memorize it as you are learning it.
God of Our Fathers
Late Beginner Level Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This stately hymn from the late 1800s was written in celebration of the Declaration of Independence. In this Piano by Ear lesson you will learn a late beginner level piano solo of this classic without using music, print, or video. The song is fully demonstrated and then taught in two to four measure sections, completely by ear, describing every note and finger used to play the song. Listen to the lesson sample above to see just how easy it is to learn to play this great hymn completely "by ear!"
The Skater's Waltz
Late Beginner Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
The Christmas season would be incomplete without this standard by Emile Waldteufel. In this lesson you will get a full demonstration of the arrangement followed by a detailed "by ear" lesson of the song in two- to four-measure groups.
Crying in the Chapel
Early Intermediate Level Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
In this lesson you will learn a slightly jazz-flavored version of the Elvis Presley hit. This piano solo is arranged at an early intermediate level and includes backing tracks to practice and perform with. The song starts with a full demonstration of the song and then goes into the "by ear" lesson teaching the entire song in two to four measure sections.
Prelude in C
By Bach – Early Intermediate
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This beautiful and well-known prelude by Bach has not only been played as it is but also eventually became the musical setting for Charles Gounod's "Ave Maria" which he composed in 1853. This piece is taught completely by ear in two to four measure sections using no print, music, or video. This allows the student to memorize the song while learning it and to bypass any difficulty or challenge in music reading. A full demonstration of the piece is included at the beginning of the lesson.
Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee
Beginner Level Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
In this Piano by Ear lesson you will learn a beginner level piano solo of this classic hymn. The song is fully demonstrated and then taught in two- to four-measure sections, completely by ear, describing every note and finger used to play the song. Listen to the lesson sample above to see just how easy it is to learn to play this great hymn completely "by ear!"
Havah Nagilah
Intermediate Level Piano Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
In this lesson you will learn an intermediate level solo of "Havah Nagilah," a standard at weddings around the world. The lesson starts off with a full demonstration of the song and is followed by a detailed "by ear" lesson, breaking the song down in two- to four-measure pieces and teaching it with no print or music. You will be able to learn and memorize this song quickly in this famous "by ear" style.
Call Me Irresponsible
Late Beginner Level Piano Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
You can learn this standard quickly because you will learn it "by ear" without any music or print. The arrangement is performed and then taught in two- to four-measure sections in detail. At the conclusion of the lesson you are given the backing tracks to the song to practice and perform with.
His Eye Is on the Sparrow
Intermediate Piano Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
Learn this gospel favorite completely "by ear" in this all-audio lesson that uses no music, print, or video. The song is fully demonstrated and then taught phrase-by-phrase and note-by-note totally "by ear."
Be Thou My Vision
Early Intermediate Piano Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
In this "by ear" lesson, you will learn an early-intermediate level arrangement of the traditional Irish hymn "Be Thou My Vision" in three different styles. This allows you to not only learn the hymn for performance but to also learn different ways of arranging the accompaniment for use in other songs. This lesson is suitable for most adult students who have been practicing regularly for a little over a year.
Siciliano
By Bach – Intermediate
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This is an extract and arrangement from "Sonata for Flute and Harpsichord" by Johann Sebastian Bach. The lesson begins with a full demonstration of the arrangement followed by a detailed lesson of the piece in two to four measure sections. The song is taught completely by ear using no print or video. This song lesson is also available at a late beginner level.
Route 66
Late Beginner Level Piano Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This arrangement comes alive with a simple left hand boogie and blues chords in the right hand. In this lesson you will learn a late beginner level solo of "Route 66" completely "by ear." At the beginning of the lesson you get a full demonstration of the arrangement followed by a detailed lesson taught by a professional teacher. At the end of the lesson there are backing tracks for you to perform your new arrangement with to entertain your friends.
Polonaise 28
By J.A. Hasse – Early Intermediate
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This lesson includes a full demonstration followed by a detailed "by ear" lesson teaching the song in two to four measure sections. When you learn without print or video you memorize the song while you learn it and develop your ability to pick out other songs "by ear."
Minuet in Cm
By Bach – Late Beginner
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This piece was chosen by Bach for the notebook because it served as a study in expression as well as phrasing the beauty of tone. The lesson starts with a full demonstration followed by a detailed "by ear" lesson breaking the entire song down into two to four measure sections.
A Time for Love
Intermediate Level Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
In this lesson you will learn an intermediate level piano solo of "A Time For Love" made famous in the 1966 movie An American Dream and by several Jazz artists since. The lesson starts off with a full demonstration of the arrangement which is then taught in two to four measure sections completely "by ear." Learning this way makes the song quick and easy to memorize and sharpens the brain's skill to pick out other songs "by ear." At the end of the lesson there are backing tracks to practice and perform with.
White Christmas (Beginner)
Beginner Level Piano Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
Now this Christmas standard is available as a beginner level arrangement that you can learn completely "by ear!" This lesson also includes backing tracks to play along with after you learn the song without any music, print, or video!
EZ Solos Traditional Hymns 1
Five Hymns Taught at a Beginner Level
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
Learn as easy solo and accompaniment to "Come, Thou Almighty King," "My Faith Looks Up To Thee," "When I Survey The Wondrous Cross," "Jesus Shall Reign," and "Faith of Our Fathers," without using any music or print notation. The entire lesson is taught "by ear."
Serenade No. 4
By Schubert – Intermediate
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
In this lesson you will learn the entire song without the use of music, print, or video. Each two to four measure of the song is taught in an all-audio format. A full demonstration is included with the lesson as well.
Winter Wonderland
Late Beginner Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
Learn this Christmas season standard completely "by ear." This late beginner arrangement is fully demonstrated and then taught in two- to four-measure increments.
Alfie
Late Beginner Level Piano Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This is a lesson on a late beginner level solo of the standard "Alfie." This lesson begins with a full demonstration of the song followed by a detailed "by ear" lesson taught in two to four measure sections. At the end of the lesson you are given the backing tracks without the piano on them to practice and perform with.
EZ Solos Traditional Hymns 3
Three Hymns Taught at a Beginner Level
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This lesson teaches you the solo and accompaniment parts for "What a Friend We Have in Jesus," "Abide With Me," and "Onward Christian Soldiers," using absolutely no print or music. Each arrangement is demonstrated fully and then taught completely "by ear." For the accompaniment lessons there are backing tracks to practice and perform with.
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
It's going to be a Charlie Brown Christmas at your house when you start playing this song! This intermediate level solo is quick and easy to learn "by ear" and it has backing tracks to play along with as well. The lesson starts with a full demonstration of the song to give you a reference recording to listen to and play along with. Then you get the detailed "note-by-note, phrase-by-phrase" lesson that makes Piano by Ear what it is. Finally, there are the backing tracks for you to perform your new piano solo with. What a fun and wonderful way to celebrate Christmas!
When Johnny Comes Marching Home
Late Beginner Level Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This traditional Civil War anthem is taught completely "by ear" in this Piano by Ear lesson. The song is fully demonstrated and then taught in two to four measure sections, completely by ear, describing every note and finger used to play the song. This is a late beginner level arrangement of the song. Listen to the lesson sample above to see just how easy it is to learn to play this great song and others completely "by ear!"
He's Got the Whole World in His Hands
Intermediate Piano Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
In this Piano by Ear lesson you will learn an Intermediate level arrangement of this gospel standard without any music, print, or video! The lesson begins with a full demonstration of the song and then teaches it in two- to four-measure sections completely "by ear."
The Winner Takes It All
Intermediate Piano Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This ABBA hit makes a great piano solo! The lesson starts with a full demonstration of the song followed by a detailed "by ear" lesson demonstrating and explaining every phrase and note of the song. This arrangement is rated at an intermediate level.
Minuet in Dm
By Bach – Early Intermediate
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This minuet focuses on phrasing, legato technique, and the balancing of the tone between the two hands. The lesson starts with a full demonstration of the minuet followed by a detailed lesson teaching the song in two to four measure sections completely "by ear." This minuet is rated at an early intermediate level.
It Came Upon the Midnight Clear
Late Beginner Solo
by Bill Brown Jr.
read by Bill Brown Jr.
Part of the Piano by Ear series
This Christmas standard is easy to learn in this "by ear" lesson. The arrangement is demonstrated and then taught in two- to four-measure sections. There is no print or music involved. If you like this lesson check out the other Piano by Ear Christmas carols that are arranged at this late beginner level.
