As its title implies, this anthology consists of materials that are essential aids to learning for those who wish to make music and for whom the piano is a chosen means of musical expression. Making music is our birthright, and nothing else can satisfy this need. You are about to embark on an exciting adventure In the words of the wonderful and inspiring pianist and teacher Arminda Canteros, with whom I studied many years ago, "Playing the piano is like love. The more you give to it, the more that comes back, which then grows your love to give again." I sincerely hope that the spiritual...