Playful. Purposeful. Pedagogically rock-solid.
Etudes with Attitude is a collection of imaginative piano pieces for young learners who are ready to move beyond the basics—but still want to have fun doing it. Each piece is crafted by celebrated piano educator Scott Besser to target specific technical goals (like phrasing, articulation, or rhythm) while sparking joy and storytelling at the keyboard.
These aren't dry exercises—these are mini-musical adventures, with titles like “Overcommitment Blues”, “The Curious Waltz”, and “Rocket to D-flat.” Whether students are exploring staccato touch, syncopation, or pedal use, they'll be doing it through music that sounds fresh, feels rewarding, and encourages expressive playing.
Perfect for private lessons, home study, or studio recitals, Etudes with Attitude also includes:
Short teacher notes for each piece
Practice prompts to reinforce learning
PDF format for easy printing or tablet use
Ideal for ages 7–14, this book supports National Federation of Music Clubs (NFMC) festival-level repertoire standards and reflects Scott’s commitment to making music education effective, joyful, and deeply personal.
Make technique stick—with style.
Playful. Purposeful. Pedagogically rock-solid.
Etudes with Attitude is a collection of imaginative piano pieces for young learners who are ready to move beyond the basics—but still want to have fun doing it. Each piece is crafted by celebrated piano educator Scott Besser to target specific technical goals (like phrasing, articulation, or rhythm) while sparking joy and storytelling at the keyboard.
These aren't dry exercises—these are mini-musical adventures, with titles like “Overcommitment Blues”, “The Curious Waltz”, and “Rocket to D-flat.” Whether students are exploring staccato touch, syncopation, or pedal use, they'll be doing it through music that sounds fresh, feels rewarding, and encourages expressive playing.
Perfect for private lessons, home study, or studio recitals, Etudes with Attitude also includes:
Short teacher notes for each piece
Practice prompts to reinforce learning
PDF format for easy printing or tablet use
Ideal for ages 7–14, this book supports National Federation of Music Clubs (NFMC) festival-level repertoire standards and reflects Scott’s commitment to making music education effective, joyful, and deeply personal.
Make technique stick—with style.
