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The Nightingale & The Early Bird Duet Pack

Play it your way with this versatile song duo!

Each piece can stand on its own, or be played back-to-back for an impressive recital piece! Both off-staff notation and treble clef versions are included in the download so that you can customize the experience for your student’s reading level. You’ll get a lot of mileage out of these crowd-pleasing tunes!

The perfect “WOW” piece for a student’s first recital!

Easy off-staff notation makes this accessible for any beginning student. The student uses a tennis ball to play a black-key glissando “rainbow,” making for a fun surprise ending.

Jaws will drop when your beginners perform this jazz-inspired piece!

Finally, students can experience the rich sounds of jazz in their first piano lessons. Great for teaching slurs, 8va symbols, and repeat signs. Optional bonus ending for the student.

Elementary

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Beginning pianists are invited to step behind le voile, or “the veil” to savor a moment of musical sophistication without the usual technical hurdles or complex coordination.

This moody waltz features a haunting melody and dark harmonic colors. The pedaling is intentionally simple and non-syncopated, making this an ideal introduction for students who are new to using the pedal.

Well suited for beginning teens and adult learners, “Le Voile” offers an early musical experience that feels mature and expressive from the very start.

See, the Conquering Hero Comes! (Jazz Duet)

Bring a burst of swing to your Hanukkah celebration with this playful jazz arrangement of Handel’s “See the Conquering Hero Comes” from Judas Maccabeus. Written as a teacher–student duet, this piece invites both players to groove together while spotlighting the student with a special solo improv section. It’s joyful, spirited, and full of style — you’ve never heard Handel quite like this before!

This lyrical early-elementary duet is designed to strengthen early reading skills while inspiring musical expression. The student part reinforces essential staff landmarks—Middle C, Treble G, and Bass F—through flowing patterns and repeated motifs that promote fluency and confidence. The teacher accompaniment adds harmonic richness and rhythmic support, making the piece ideal for first recitals or studio performances. Equally effective as a solo, this piece offers both beauty and solid pedagogy in one graceful package.

Step into the sounds of the Middle Ages with Saltarello—a spirited, dance-like piano solo for mid to late elementary students. Brimming with rhythmic energy and medieval flair, this piece is as fun to play as it is to hear. Students will explore mixed articulations, pentascales, and triads, with just a touch of pedal to add shimmer. A lively recital piece that builds coordination, confidence, and excitement at the keys!

Inspired by the touching bond between a mother and daughter, “The Candle & the Hearth” captures the beauty of shared musical moments at the piano. In this piece, the mother is represented by the hearth—constant and grounding, the source of warmth and comfort in the home. The daughter is the candle—a smaller light, playful and bright, who will one day carry her glow out into the world.

Written for two elementary pianists, both parts are approachable and expressive, with each player taking turns with the melody. Flowing arpeggios and a clear, lyrical theme make it a rewarding piece to play together.

The Candle and the Hearth is well-suited for recitals, church services, or quiet moments at home between people who enjoy making music side by side.

A beautiful late elementary solo to celebrate Pride Month. Perfect for a recital or to play during worship. In order to spread the love and good vibes, this piece is available for free!

Have you ever wondered what puppies dream about?

“Dreaming” is a short character piece from the collection, Scenes from Puppyhood. In a humorous nod to Robert Schumann’s beloved classic, Scenes from Childhood, each piece from the collection depicts a daily event in the life of a canine companion. It was inspired by the composer’s Alaskan Klee-Kai, Cinder.

Play it your way with this versatile song duo!

A beautiful recital piece for elementary students!

The shimmering sounds of this elementary piece are sure to please students of all ages. The hand-over-hand passage at the end will make players at any level look like a pro!

A nostalgic piano solo with a modern flair.

Great for introducing left-hand ostinato. The patterned melody makes this piece easy to learn and helps students recognize intervallic relationships.

Go on an adventure into odd time!

An exciting duet for late elementary student and teacher in 7/8 time.

A contemporary solo to develop out-of-this world technique!

Art meets science in this technical piece. Supplementary technical exercises with explanations are included with the music. The point of Aphelion is represented by a modal shift from minor to major. Students will love listening for the moment when the earth begins its journey back toward to sun!

Intermediate

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“Sand & Currents” is a lyrical piano solo in 3/4 time, blending the elegance of a waltz with lush, cinematic harmonies. Rich with 7th chords and the occasional flat-2 for an exotic touch, this piece gently sways between familiarity and intrigue. The flowing melody encourages expressive phrasing, while the inner voices and harmonies offer valuable opportunities for students to refine voicing and balance. Ideal for advancing pianists looking to explore nuanced textures and interpretive depth.

Aphelion II is an ethereal piano solo inspired by the vastness of space. This captivating intermediate-level piece explores the concept of aphelion—the point in Earth’s orbit when it is farthest from the sun.

The piece opens with a haunting, atmospheric theme, evoking the darkness and mystery of deep space. As the music develops, it reaches a dramatic climax at the moment of aphelion before resolving into a radiant, major-key transformation, symbolizing the journey back toward the sun. With shimmering textures, expressive harmonies, and dynamic contrasts, Aphelion II is both an evocative listening experience and a rewarding challenge for developing pianists.

Doesn’t it seem like the month of October has two distinct personalities?‍ ‍

Of course, I love the dark and spooky side that Halloween brings. But here in Upstate New York, the fall foliage also makes October one of the most beautiful and colorful months of the year! In this classical-style waltz, I tried to capture both of October’s unique personalities. The piece begins and ends with an A-section that is dark and playful, with a hint of Halloween mischief. The contrasting B-section highlights October’s beauty with a nostalgic and lyrical theme.

Intermediate players will enjoy how satisfying this piece feels in the fingers! The quick tempo makes this waltz exciting for both performers and audiences alike.

This arrangement is a pensive and somewhat darker twist on the classic Christmas hymn. The 4/4 time signature makes the piece feel more slow and mournful. Though solemn, this piece ends on a hopeful note. Rich harmonies and subtle dissonance evoke both grief and grace, making it a standout piece for advanced students and performers seeking depth and emotion in their holiday repertoire.

I hope it will bring listeners a moment of stillness and peace during the holidays!

Advanced

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A high-energy, dance-driven showpiece for the advancing pianist, “Past Midnight” captures the electric atmosphere of a late-night party atmosphere—restless, playful, and surging with energy.

Perfect for teen recitals or any performance setting where you want to make an impression, it’s equal parts precision and personality.

Minimalistic yet dramatic, this piece evokes a delicate balance of tragedy, hope, and romance. Fans of Einaudi will love the minimalistic influences woven throughout, creating an atmosphere of introspection and emotional depth.

The expansive B-section introduces a rhythmic, flowing melody with shifting time signatures, offering both contrast and depth. A perfect recital piece for the advancing pianist, Nocturne in G Minor provides an opportunity to refine lyricism, phrasing, and expressive touch.

Ideal for those seeking a work that is both introspective and captivating, this nocturne will leave a lasting impression on both performer and audience alike.

Enter a shadowy world inspired by Slavic mythology and the eerie beauty of the twisted woods. “Strzyga in the Crooked Forest” evokes the chilling presence of the strzyga—a mythical creature said to have two hearts and two sets of teeth.

With its dissonant harmonies and dark melodic lines, this piece is both atmospheric and technically demanding. Designed for the advancing pianist, it challenges players to bring out its brooding intensity and subtle rhythmic intricacies. Ideal for recitals or any program that embraces the mysterious and macabre.