Sketches in Color Sets One and Two Piano Solo Sheet Music Book for Intermediate Pianists by Robert Starer | Complete Classical Repertoire with Performance Notes and Online Audio Access

By composer Robert Starer, Sketches in Color brings together both Set One and Set Two in a single piano solo collection for intermediate pianists seeking expressive modern classical repertoire. Edited and recorded by Dr. Carolyn True, this edition combines musical insight with practical guidance, making it well suited for students, teachers, and developing performers looking to deepen interpretation and musical storytelling.This collection presents fourteen short character pieces for solo piano in standard notation, each capturing a distinct tonal “color.” The included online audio recordings, accessed via a unique code, provide clear listening references that support practice, interpretation, and confident performance preparation, helping players connect sound with notation more effectively.The collection is especially valuable for pianists building musical sensitivity and control through concise, engaging works. These miniatures are approachable yet artistically rich, making them well suited for lesson assignments, recital programming, or personal study. The editor’s performance notes add clarity and direction, helping players refine technique while developing their own interpretive voice and musical confidence.Song ListAluminum * Aquamarine * Black And White * Bright Orange * Chrome Yellow * Crimson * Grey * Khaki * Maroon * Pepper And Salt * Pink * Purple * Shades Of Blue * Silver And GoldWhether used in structured lessons or as a source of inspiring repertoire, this combined edition of Sketches in Color offers a rewarding balance of artistry and accessibility. It also makes a thoughtful gift for pianists who appreciate expressive contemporary works that enrich both practice and performance while expanding their stylistic range. Read more