The Microstyles Collection 1–4 for Piano

The Microstyles Collection by Christopher Norton brings together all the pieces from Microstyles Books 1, 2, 3 and 4 in one collection. Designed for beginner to intermediate-level pianists, the 48 progressive pieces introduce players to a wide variety of musical styles including Latin, reggae, jazz, rock, blues, swing, tango, ragtime and more.

The collection also includes a play-along CD featuring performances and backing tracks by Christopher Norton, making it an enjoyable way for students to develop rhythm, timing and musical confidence while playing along with the composer.

Product Description

The Microstyles Collection 1–4 is an excellent choice for piano students looking for something beyond traditional beginner repertoire. The pieces are arranged progressively, allowing players to develop their technique while exploring a broad range of contemporary and popular musical styles.

From heavy metal and rock ‘n’ roll to reggae, jazz, blues, Latin and tango, each short piece introduces a distinctive musical character. The collection is suitable for students working through approximately AMEB Grades 1–5, making it a versatile addition to a piano teacher’s or student’s music library.

Contents

1. Metal Merchant – Heavy Metal
2. Bubble Gum – Reggae
3. Fax Blues – Ostinato
4. Foot Tapper – Disco
5. Galloping – Rock ‘n’ Roll
6. Down South – Rock Ballad
7. Misty Day – Waltz
8. Cheeky – Rock ‘n’ Roll
9. In the Bag – Glenn Miller Style
10. Short and Sweet – Boogie
11. Rhapsody – Romantic Piano Style
12. Skipping Rope – Gospel
13. Omnibus – Swing
14. On the Line – Half-Time Rock
15. Hideaway – Rumba
16. Hard Rock Blues – Rock ‘n’ Roll Style
17. Feeling Lazy – Rock Ballad
18. Giveaway – Tango
19. A Charmer – Rumba
20. Piano Exchange Rag – 4/4 Ragtime
21. Island Song – Jazz Waltz
22. Sunny Side Up – Swing
23. Give It Time – Walking Bass / Blues
24. Without a Care – Swing
25. A Spy Story – Funky Rock
26. A Whimsy – 12/8 Ragtime
27. A Chromatic Outing – Chromatics
28. On the Run – Rhythm & Blues
29. Oriental Flower – Slow Waltz
30. In the Sun – Bossa Nova
31. Misty-Eyed – Country Ballad
32. Latin Nights – Bossa Nova
33. Chinese Walk – Oriental Style
34. Attention Seeker – Rock
35. Plus Fives – 5/4 Jazz
36. Hebridean Song – Slow Waltz
37. Habanera – Habanera Style
38. Heavy Work – Mancini Stomp
39. Cha Cha – Cha Cha Cha
40. Clock Rock – Boogie / Rock ‘n’ Roll
41. Orchid Garden – Jazz Waltz
42. Martinet – Heavy Rock
43. Rocking Turkey – Half-Time Rock
44. Moving Along – Walking Bass
45. Beguine – Beguine
46. Slinky – Reggae
47. Last Tango – Tango
48. Five to Eleven – 5/4 and 11/8