A charming piece for the early elementary student, Zoo on Saturday expresses every child's delight at the prospect of a special outing! The legato melody is written in middle C position with several hands-together moments, while th
This delightful collection of songs from the child’s point of view presents snapshots of everyday events. All pieces have lyrics and the titles include: Make a Wish With a Friend, There’s a Monster in My Closet, and I Have the “Purr-fe
by Kevin Olson
Steady, machine-like sounds animate this rhythmic piece, which features staccato and accented notes. Great for small (but clever) hands since the motif is an interval of a fifth. This piece appeals to all, but could be a “pupil saver” for s
By: Justin Levitt
This one piano, four-hand duet is composed in true Ragtime style. The Ragtime melody is played predominantly by the Primo part, while a steady rhythmic Secondo part keeps time. This is an excellent piece for a student-teacher duet in per
By: Edwin McLean
Aptly named after the morning glory flower, this duet starts out quietly and then, as the texture thickens, it unfolds to greet the morning sun. In the key of C major, there are hand shifts but even small hands can quickly learn the easy-
By: Melody Bober
Book 3 contains eleven pieces chosen from Melody’s solo and ensemble sheets. These pieces incorporate an array of musical styles that will suit the diverse needs of the intermediate level student.
Melody’s Choice, Book 4 is a collection of pieces for the late-intermediate student, selected from a wide array of Melody’s solo sheets and compilation books. With the eclectic array of musical styles and themes, these eleven pie
This intermediate energetic piano duet provides valuable pianistic lessons that are intertwined with lots of fun for both the primo and secondo parts. Each part is equally appealing, with the primo part making use of more sixteenth-no
An artistic collection for students of all ages, Miniatures, Book 3 features a wide variety of images and moods. Some of the compositions are contemporary, while others reflect a historical style. All the pieces are designed to b
By Valerie Roth Roubos
Sure to be a modern classic, this witty, accessible collection is for the adventurous student. The pieces are 1or 2 pages but present an excellent survey in miniature of 20th century styles including contemporary harmonies and 5/4 m
The natural musicality present in this collection demands the same kind of careful attention that we expect from the standard canon of repertoire. These teaching pieces follow in the modern tradition of pedagogical wo
A summer cottage on a lake is the idyllic setting for this coloristic, lyrical solo. The piece begins with a beautiful left-hand melody accompanied by impressionistic right-hand chords. Teenagers as well as adults will enjoy playing this
by Mary Leaf
These imaginative and artistic solos give students experience with musical techniques and artistry that prepare them for more advanced literature. Being programmatic in nature, these compositions engage the senses, emotions, and imagination
Moroccan Breeze is an early intermediate level piece that has a subdued, light and smooth style. Students will enjoy the exotic sounding tonalities and subtle, syncopated rhythmic exchanges between the parts that create a mysterious
By Kevin Olson and Wynn-Anne Rossi
Book Five in this series is designed for the intermediate level student. Each unit is divided into four parts: Tools of the Trade; Let¹s Explore; Scanning the Score; Compose Your Own. Some of the unit topics included: co
By Andrey Komanetsky
Musical Treasures, Volume 2 is an original collection of contemporary compositions by Andrey Komanetsky that provides a wide variety of interesting pieces for the intermediate level student. The pieces are composed using a broad pale
This colorful recital piece is in Middle C position with staccato seconds imitating the "ruff ruff" and an optional teacher duet. The animated lyrics tell the tale of a precocious pet in a "fun and fast" tempo.
Composer: Kevin Olson
My Kind of Music, Book 3 is a collection of nine unique solos for the intermediate level student. Evocative of a Middle Eastern marketplace, the modal melody of On the Streets of Cairo is challenging fun with accidentals, while Snea
This “video game suite” is set in the future, when scientists have created tiny, adoptable dinosaurs. You are the top chef whose job is to feed the hungry little T-Rex! Five short movements (16-20 measures) with lyrics tell the stor
by Timothy Brown
In this collection, playing legato versus staccato, emphasizing melody in the left hand, exploring broken chords and extensions, balancing melody between the hands, and studying pieces with whole-tone patterns guide students and teachers
Wistful, lyrical melody in E flat major with a tinge of sadness—typically Irish! This “romantic short story” evokes images of Ireland’s countryside and lost love. An excellent piece for high school students or adults that require
by David Karp
This dynamic duet in F minor is very entertaining and quite fun to play! Students must have good rhythmic skills due to the Latin syncopations and sharp listening skills for precise ensemble playing but the work is well worth it. Ocho Pasos
One of the hippest pieces to come along in years, this two-piano concerto features a student part and a teacher (or somewhat more advanced student) part. The rocking first and third movements are contrasted by a slow and beautiful
