Hillsborough Pianist Composes New Music Book

HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Accomplished composer and Hillsborough music teacher Larisa Suknov has published a new piano book for all ages.

"Tangos and More: Sounds From Around the World" with the Neil A. Kjos Music Company is an intermediate-level piano book inspired by music from around the world.

The book is filled with 11 piano solos in a variety of musical styles. There are five diverse tangos, solos in a classic Viennese style, an Irish jig, ragtime as well as solos with Italian and Chinese influences.

"I wrote this book because it brings me happiness when children enjoy playing piano. I know from first-hand teaching experience, when kids like the music they are taught, they approach each piano lesson with enthusiasm," Suknov said. "I composed each piano solo with both students and piano teachers in mind. All compositions feature instantly appealing, memorable melodies and are meticulously supplied with educational materials for both hands."

The book is intended for pianists of all ages including kids taking piano lessons, piano teachers as well as adults who play piano at their leisure. It can also be used as accompaniment music for ballet classes and workshops.

"My hope is to plant the seed of music with today's youth so that it may grow and inspire future generations to love the beauty of the piano," Suknov said.

Suknov is a music educator with more than 40 years of experience. She taught a wide range of local students in her Hillsborough piano studio.

Tangos and More retails for $6.50 and can be purchased directly from kjos.com and all major music stores.

Check out audio samples from the book below:

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