Pick Recital Pieces for Beginning Students?

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Title: Pick Recital Pieces for Beginning Students?
Authors: Madden, Chris1
Source: American Music Teacher. Feb/Mar2026, Vol. 75 Issue 4, p8-12. 4p.
Subject Terms: *Piano teachers, *Music teachers, *Music education, *Arts education, Performance art
Abstract: The article explores how piano teachers thoughtfully select recital pieces for beginning students to build confidence, musicality, and positive performance experiences. Topics include choosing familiar and manageable pieces to support performance readiness, strategies for engaging audiences through varied programming and accompaniments, and balancing student motivation, skill level, and enjoyment in recital planning.
Database: Education Research Complete
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Abstract:The article explores how piano teachers thoughtfully select recital pieces for beginning students to build confidence, musicality, and positive performance experiences. Topics include choosing familiar and manageable pieces to support performance readiness, strategies for engaging audiences through varied programming and accompaniments, and balancing student motivation, skill level, and enjoyment in recital planning.
ISSN:00030112