Michael McMillan : Two in Accord

Piano Duets at First Sight (15 Original Piano Duets for Four Hands at One Instrument)

Introduction :

'Two in Accord' (BA 11876), subtitled 'Piano Duets at First Sight', is an engaging and imaginative collection of 15 original piano duets composed by Michael McMillan, conceived specifically for beginners of all ages. Published by Bärenreiter-Verlag, this volume introduces novice pianists to ensemble music-making right from the start. The Primo part moves in unison throughout, with the five-finger hand positions shifting from piece to piece. This allows beginner students to read only a single melodic line and concentrate fully on listening, coordination, and musical expression. Over the course of the book, rhythmic complexity increases gradually. Meanwhile, the rich Secondo part—ideally played by the teacher, parent, or an advanced fellow student—provides harmonic depth, resonant fullness, and steady rhythmic support. With thoughtfully designed layouts that eliminate awkward page turns, these charming character pieces are equally suited for studio lessons, casual home playing, and first recital experiences.

Product Features :

15 Original Miniature Duets : Offers fifteen charming character pieces for one piano, four hands, making ensemble playing motivating, approachable, and fun from the very beginning. Stress-Free Sightreading : The Primo part moves in unison throughout within fixed five-finger hand positions, allowing learners to read a single musical line and focus completely on listening and hand coordination. Progressive Technical Growth : Five-finger hand frames change with each piece while rhythmic vocabulary expands gradually, guiding students toward natural pianistic development. Harmonically Rich Secondo Accompaniment : The Secondo part delivers full, resonant harmonies and steady rhythmic momentum, transforming simple beginner melodies into satisfying concert-worthy pieces. Practical Performance Layout : Carefully designed page layouts prevent disruptive page turns, fostering uninterrupted concentration and performance flow during lessons and recitals.

Performance Tips :

1. Cultivate ensemble listening from the start : Listen closely to the Secondo part's accompaniment pulse and harmonies to establish a steady shared tempo and balanced dynamics.
2. Focus on relaxed finger posture in five-finger frames : Because the hands play in unison, use this opportunity to build supple wrists, natural hand curvature, and uniform finger articulation.
3. Embrace gradual rhythmic progression : As note values and rhythmic patterns develop across the 15 pieces, maintain a solid internal count and breathe together before initial downbeats.
4. Explore expressive touch and dynamics : Relieved of the burden of complex two-hand independent reading, players can channel their attention into dynamic nuances, phrasing, and musical storytelling.

About the Composer :

Michael McMillan is a composer and music educator known for creating accessible, imaginative pedagogical piano works that bridge fundamental reading skills with joyful ensemble collaboration.

Product Details :

• Edition number : BA11876 (BA 11876)
• ISMN : 9790006580972
• Composer / Author : Michael McMillan
• Title : Two in Accord : Piano Duets at First Sight
• Subtitle : 15 Original Piano Duets for Beginners
• Scoring : Piano Duet (1 Piano, 4 Hands)
• Product format : Performance score, Anthology
• Publisher : Bärenreiter-Verlag
• Year of Publication : 2026
• Pages / Format : 57 S.

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麥可．麥克米倫 : 和諧同行（Two in Accord）

一見即奏的初學鋼琴四手聯彈曲集 (Piano Duets at First Sight)

簡介 :

由德國權威騎熊士出版社（Bärenreiter-Verlag）發行的《和諧同行》（Two in Accord，副標題為'一見即奏的鋼琴四手聯彈曲集'），是由作曲家兼教育家麥可．麥克米倫（Michael McMillan）專為各年齡層初學者量身打造的 15 首原創鋼琴四手聯彈品格小品。本曲集以親切且富於音樂性的方式培養學生的視奏能力，同時帶領初學者踏入合奏的世界。第一部（Primo，高音部）全程以雙手八度同音齊奏進行，每首樂曲變換不同的五指把位手型，使初學者初期僅需閱讀單一旋律線條，能將全部心力集中於傾聽、雙手協調與音樂情感表現。全書節奏難度循序漸進；第二部（Secondo，低音伴奏部，可由教師或同伴彈奏）則提供豐富的和聲層次與穩定的節奏支撐，營造出豐滿宏亮的音響共鳴。樂譜版面經過特別規劃，排版長度適中且無不便的翻頁困擾，非常適合課堂教學、家庭同樂以及學琴者的初次登台演奏。

產品特點 :

15 首原創初學小品 : 專為一架鋼琴四手聯彈設計，樂曲生動活潑、風格多元，讓學琴者從初學第一天起就能享受合奏的樂趣。無負擔的視奏體驗 : Primo 聲部全程採雙手同音齊奏，學生只需閱讀一行譜表，能全然專注於音色聆聽、節拍律動與觸鍵控制。漸進式把位與節奏訓練 : 每首樂曲靈活切換不同的五指把位手型，隨曲目推進逐步提升節奏豐富度，自然建立穩固的讀譜與運指基礎。豐滿迷人的和聲織體 : Secondo 聲部提供色彩斑斕的低音與和聲支撐，即便高音部旋律簡潔，也能展現如同小型管弦樂般的飽滿音響。貼心無阻的翻頁排版 : 樂譜長度與版面格局經過精心規劃，演奏過程中無需中斷翻頁，確保音樂流暢度與學生的專注力。

演奏提示 :

1. 培養合奏聆聽與默契 : 彈奏 Primo 聲部時，應主動傾聽 Secondo 伴奏部的重音脈動與和聲色彩，配合對方的呼吸在第一拍同時精準下鍵。
2. 鞏固放鬆自然的五指手型 : 由於兩手處於同音齊奏狀態，是檢視並放鬆手腕、維持自然手拱與指關節支撐的絕佳契機。
3. 循序掌握節奏與拍點變化 : 隨著樂曲推進，注意樂譜中出現的附點、切分與多樣休止符，維持穩定的內在節拍數拍。
4. 勇敢展現音樂歌唱性與動態層次 : 在免除複雜雙手不同旋律讀譜壓力的情況下，引導學生將注意力轉向強弱對比與樂句呼吸，彈出豐富的音樂表情。

作曲家介紹 :

麥可．麥克米倫 (Michael McMillan) 為當代作曲家與鋼琴教育工作者，擅長為初學至中階鋼琴學子創作充滿想像力、旋律動人且兼具教學實效的鋼琴教學作品與室內樂教材。

書籍詳細資料 :

• 商品編號 : BA11876
• ISMN : 9790006580972
• 作曲 / 作者 : 麥可．麥克米倫 (Michael McMillan)
• 標題 : Two in Accord : Piano Duets at First Sight (和諧同行 : 一見即奏的初學鋼琴四手聯彈小品集)
• 配器 : 鋼琴四手聯彈 (一架鋼琴)
• 產品格式 : 演奏總譜、曲集
• 出版社 : 騎熊士出版社 (Bärenreiter-Verlag)
• 出版年份 : 2026 年
• 頁數 : 57 頁

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