The Piano Player: Uplifting Classics presents a carefully curated selection of 20 of the most iconic and joyous classical pieces, beautifully arranged for intermediate solo piano. From the exuberance of Offenbach’s Can-Can to the grandeur of Parry’s Jerusalem and the thrilling drive of Rossini’s William Tell Overture, this collection is designed to energize and uplift both the performer and the listener.
Featuring artwork by renowned British artist Edward Bawden, the cover showcases his vivid linocut Aesop’s Fables: Peacock and Magpie (1970). A detachable four-page pullout of the full artwork is included, making this edition not only a musical treasure but also a visual one.
This volume is part of The Piano Player series – six stunning books celebrating the most beloved classical works, specially arranged for the intermediate pianist, each with its own collectible Bawden poster.
Can-Can (from Orpheus in the Underworld)
Hungarian Dances: No. 5 in F# minor
I Vow To Thee, My Country (Jupiter, The Planets)
In The Hall of the Mountain King (Peer Gynt)
Jerusalem
Les toreadors (Carmen Suite No. 1)
Liberty Bell March
Nimrod (from Enigma Variations)
Ode to Joy (from Symphony No. 9)
Radetzky March
Ride of the Valkyries
Rondo Alla Turca
Scherzo (Piano Sonata in G minor)
Souvenance
Sheep May Safely Graze
William Tell Overture
Zadok The Priest (Coronation Anthem)
| Arrangement | Piano |
| Genres | Classical |
| Level | 3 |
| NumberOfPages | 64 |
| Publisher | Faber Music |
| Language | English |
| ISBN | 9780571542017 |