Energetic and lively pieces to appeal to students who like fast and sparkling music. The selections are from such masters as Haydn, Beethoven, Mozart and Shostakovich. All pieces are in their original form.

Recording artist Kim O'Reilly Newman holds a Master of Music degree from the University of Illinois. She has performed throughout North America and Europe with the Hambro Quartet of Pianos and was an editor and recording pianist for Alfred Publishing. Kim is a brain tumor survivor and now specializes in performing music for the left hand.