Most pieces are in Middle C position with teacher accompaniments. Contents include: The Butterfly Garden; Caterpillar Crawl; Waltzing Butterflies; Pretend; Flutter By; March of the Monarchs; Mariposa; Papillons.
This catchy bluegrass-style (4-hand) duet is sure to have audiences tapping their feet. Skillfully arranged so the melody alternates between the two players this piece is brief enough to be learned quickly yet filled with colorful sounds and textures. Ends with a bang!
Perfect for the serious performer these compositions are excellent material for formal recitals auditions and festivals. Contents include: Arabesque; Valse; Ballade; March.
Written in 6/8 time this piece begins in the key of E minor with a melancholy lyrical section written mostly in thirds in the right hand. This leads to an E major section in 4/4 time which contains triplets in the right hand the first note of each triplet being marked by a tenuto to outline the melodic line. The mood of this section is reminiscent of memories of falling leaves. The piece ends wi…
This elementary piece which features a more advanced teacher duet also includes a student part with longer four measure phrases that are gentle and flowing.
With its fast-paced melodic sequences this composition evokes images of a great race. As your students play it they will imagine themselves ?running and jumping.? Excellent for teaching ABA form this piece is characterized by its energy and variety. A sure winner!
Rants and Reels Flings and Fancies - Music of the British Isles. The In Style! series is an eclectic collection of original intermediate to late intermediate Piano solos that highlight the artistry and technical skills of the advancing Pianist. Each book within this series focuses on a particular genre of music providing students with a wide range of pieces that permeate a specific style. Th…
This energetic piece is highlighted by delightful rhythms and accessible 5ths. Open and blocked 5ths move easily in tandem in the A sections and coda while a singing minor melody in the B section provides an exciting contrast. Sure to be a big hit at recitals!
Music written to lyrics based on the Mother Goose poem of the same name features Middle C position with the LH playing a B-flat (use symbol here) and measures of staccato for both hands.
This delightfully impressionistic piece has a westernized sound that retains a hint of the East. Its flowing passages are quick to learn and easily accessible. Pairs of eighths alternate between the hands in arpeggiated runs. Sustained whole notes guide the occasional harmonic movement. Enchanting!
La série 'Festival Collection' est composée de 8 volumes rassemblant des thèmes couvrant les périodes : Baroque, Classique, Romantique et 20ème/ 21ème siècle. Cette série est étudiée pour correspondre au niveau du pianiste. Le CD audio contenant tous les morceaux du songbook guidera l'étudiant dans son interprétation. / Piano
Contemporary in style yet tonal and accessible this dramatic showpiece uses traditional technique (scales arpeggiations repeating patterns) to produce untraditional results. Filled with sweeping pianistic sonorities and recurring melodic and rhythmic themes. Makes a fabulous recital finale!
Young students will be charmed by this song about a clever cat and his attempts to play with a red bird in a tree. This Middle C position piece requires right and left hand coordination. Includes a playful teacher accompaniment.
Snow Dance a late intermediate/early advanced piece in 2/4 time features a wide variety of sixteenth note rhythmic figures and articulations which offer several benefits to a student’s continued technical development. You’ll enjoy this interesting and distinctive piece.
Enjoy the Spanish flavor and rhythmic vitality of this dramatic rhapsody. As the melody enters and develops throughout the opening pronouncements recur to heighten the drama. Exhilarating sonorities with an unmistakable Andalusian character to challenge the late-intermediate student!
This tender nighttime piece has sweet lyrics that sing of the Teddy Bear. The four-measure melodic lines use the left hand sometimes as part of the melody other times for held-note harmony. There are hand crossings and octave jumps to add interest. A lovely lullaby.
This is a toad with ?attitude ? thanks to the catchy swing-style teacher accompaniment. Written in Middle C position it is a great piece for reinforcing repeated notes and staccatos (and ribbits!). With fun lyrics to sing as you imagine hopping along.
Contents include: The Magic Fountain; Portrait of Remembrance; Song for Elise; Autumn Song; Sunshine and Meadows; The Rosewood Guitar; Bluebird; Valse Under the Stars.
Winner of the fifth Aliénor International Composition Competition for new harpsichord music Suite Española was inspired by the music of Spanish composer Isaac Albéniz and is written in a style accessible to a wide range of performers. The four movement suite includes Malagueña (an emotional song) Romanza (imitates guitar strumming) Seguidillas (a fast triple-meter dance) and Tango (romantic an…
A 'song without words' about a colorful sea. This solo sparkles with its flowing melody and rippling chords that encourage a balance of sound between the hands.
