Why choose these: legal licensing, reliable engraving, complete contents (Willis Music edition: ~164 pages; includes ~50+ recital pieces), metadata for citations and contests.
When you download a free PDF instead of buying the book, the publisher sees zero revenue. This directly impacts the likelihood of future Gillock editions. If sales drop, Hal Leonard will eventually let the entire catalogue go out of print. The ultimate victim is the next generation of piano students who won’t have access to beautifully engraved, professionally edited editions.
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Despite the convenience of digital files, the physical copy of the William Gillock Recital Collection has advantages:
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If you belong to a Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) chapter or a university, you can request a physical copy of the book via interlibrary loan. While you cannot legally scan the entire book, most copyright laws allow you to print a single copy of a piece for educational use (check your local fair use laws).