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Sparkling and lyrical pieces which promote musical expression.

Edwin McLean

Early Elementary


Cartoon Kids

W9197 / 2.50

With fun lyrics and a catchy, upbeat rhythm, this entertaining solo will be a joy for students to play again and again. Cartoon Kids will capture the imagination of every child who has watched the make-believe world of cartoons.

 


Froggies

W9284 / 2.50

This light-hearted early elementary piece is very accessible, and can be learned by a young student after only a few lessons. The catchy lyrics and melody will inspire students to play and sing this one over and over. An optional teacher accompaniment is included.
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Lollipops and Butterflies
Edwin McLean

W9378 / 2.95

A dreamy-sounding piece for the early elementary student that offers practice playing 8va in both hands; tied notes; pedal; legato melodic lines; and quarter, half, and whole notes. Students will enjoy this piece that describes these child-like images at bedtime.

 


Magic Pony

W9181 / 2.95

This fanciful piece will capture the imagination of any young student with its delightful lyrics that describe an imaginary, magic pony. The student’s solo is in Middle C position, while the optional teacher accompaniment keeps a steady beat with its trotting rhythm.


Elementary


Joe the Bully

W9345 / 2.50

This charming elementary level solo tells the story of a boy who is a playground bully, but changes his tune when he is befriended by another who helps him pass reading class. In the end, the two become playground buddies! In addition to the cute story, this piece will work well for students with small hands, contains minimal hands together playing, and will become a favorite for your elementary level student!

 


Ogg (The Caveman)

W9318 / 2.50

Written for the elementary level, Ogg is a clever and comical little solo with entertaining lyrics that students will love playing and singing. This piece uses accidentals to create interesting harmonies portraying the story of Ogg, (The Caveman) and his dog!

 


Snagglefritz

W9283 / 2.50

This elementary solo with an optional teacher duet is so cleverly created that your students will have a blast playing and singing along with the amusing story of Snagglefritz, the egotistical cat! This piece sits very well under the hands and will definitely be played and enjoyed over and over!

 


What Do You Do?

W9388 / 2.95

What do you do when your pets have a spat? This piece takes a humorous look at a common situation that kids can relate to with minimal hands together playing in D position and an optional teacher duet part. Uses accidentals in each hand.

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Late Elementary


Call of the Wilderness

W9342 / 2.50

Built using simple pentascales and stepwise 5ths, this beautiful late elementary piece has a haunting sound that is reminiscent of a Native American flute. Skillful pedaling allows the melody to ring out as it floats from phrase to phrase. Sure to be a favorite with students!

 


The Enchantment
Edwin McLean

W9374 / 2.95

Late Elementary
This lovely piece, written mostly in the treble clef, contains legato, arpeggiated triads between the hands, the use of accidentals, and has a very lyrical style. Young students will especially enjoy playing this “enchanting” princess-like piece.

 


Ghost Waltz

W9335 / 2.50

Ghost Waltz is a late elementary solo that captures the feel of a waltz along with the eerie twist of a ghost dance. In the key of G major, this piece uses accidentals to create the ghostly melodic and harmonic effects.

 


Really Big Words

W9376/ 2.95

This clever solo tells a story about a child who is obsessed with really big words! Contains a variety of articulations and dynamics, playing intervals of a fifth plus a crossover in the L.H., everyone will have a good time playing and singing along to this one!

 


Yard Sale U.S.A.

W9387 / 2.95


Written in G Major and in 4/4 time, Yard Sale U.S.A is a clever piece indicated to be played “with a happy swing”. Includes an array of staccatos and two- and three-note slurs, accidentals, and amusing lyrics about the special items found at yard sales!

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Early Intermediate


The Old Soft Shoe

W9223 / 2.50

The 12-bar blues swing of The Old Soft Shoe is presented here with crystal clarity. Students will learn the blues construct simply by playing it through. Easy-to-play jazz riffs with cute words. Written in the key of G, with appropriate blues accidentals.

 


Outplanet – The Final Battle

W9359 / 2.95

Your sci-fi fans will love this one! This piece is a unique modern-sounding thriller that students will absolutely love playing. In addition to its dramatic sci-fi sound, students are given a lot of valuable pedagogical material. From the varied articulations and patterns, staccato and accented right-hand chords, to the mysterious sounding left- hand melody containing crossovers in the B section, this creative and fun piece is perfect for recitals, and is sure to be very popular with the pre-teenage students!

 


Sonatina in a Neoclassical Style

W9224 / 3.50

This outstanding, classically structured sonatina offers fresh harmonies, expressive melodies, and energetic rhythms. Suitable for recitals and auditions, this three-movement piano solo provides teachers a wonderful model for teaching classical style and form. Sonatina in a Neoclassical Style is a welcome addition to the modern sonatina repertoire.

 


Reverie

W9191 / 2.50

This enchanting piano solo features a charming melody that's beautifully choreographed for the early-intermediate performer. Reverie is a wonderful selection for teaching expressive playing.

 


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