National Federation Titles: 2024-2028


Concertante in G Major

This electrifying 3-movement work contains brisk passage work designed to fit neatly in the hand, seamless harmonic shifts, thrilling meter changes and built-in technical fireworks throughout. 2 copies needed for performance.

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Peaceful Hearts for RH alone

This beautiful solo for right hand alone will please the romantic pianist who is looking for a lyrical and tender piece for one hand. Written in F major, there are unexpected modulations to D major in the middle section with rich-sounding and varied harmonies.

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Consolation in Db for RH alone

This beautiful and lyrical composition for RH Alone at the Early Advanced level was written by Dennis Alexander for his dear friend and musical colleague, Ingrid Clarfield. An active lecturer and adjudicator, Clarfield has given master classes, lecture-recitals and pedagogy workshops throughout the United States and Canada. She is a stroke survivor, who has lost the use of her left arm, but continues to inspire teachers and students alike through her brilliant teaching and lectures. Although written for RH Alone, the solo can easily be adapted for 2-hands with some changes in fingering.

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Elegy for LH alone

Even though the left hand alone is featured in this beautiful "Andante Espressivo" piece, the artist will be playing above the center of the keyboard as well as below. It is set in D Major with a predominantly eighth note rhythm and a very legato, sustained flow, nicely balanced between melody and accompaniment.

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Arioso in Eb Major for RH alone

This solo in Eb major is a gem in the repertoire for Right Hand alone. Marked "adagio cantabile", it starts with a beautiful melodic line in harmonic 6ths supported by arpeggiated chords in the lower register. The middle section modulates to D major and builds to a convincing climax before returning to the quiet mood of the opening.

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Flirtatious (for 2 pianos)

This sparkling Intermediate Level arrangement of a popular piece from "Just for You" Bk. 2 is a sure recital winner. Scored for two pianos--four hands, it's infectious melody and rhythm will delight both performers and audience alike. Two parts are included.

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Fanfare Toccata-Rondo (for 2 pianos)

Written for two pianos, four hands, this appealing piece features driving rhythms in both the melody and the accompaniment. Both piano parts are equal in difficulty and share the melody. Students will find this ensemble fun to play. Audiences will find it to be a real showstopper!

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1st Lyric Pieces (Mr. A Presents Series) Late Elementary Level

This collection is for teachers wanting to prepare students for the Romantic style early in the development of the student. Since no intervals larger than a 6th are used, these are good for small hands. Offers a lot of variety. This collection is also very appealing to the adult student at this level. Titles include: * Ariana * Arioso in C * Cello Song * Falling Leaves * Moonshadows * Snowscape * Soul Mates

Selections: A - Falling Leaves; B - Moonshadows

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Concertino for the Young - Elementary Level

Concertino for the Young is a work in three movements that helps elementary students develop skills in balance, technique, and artistry. Beginning with an energetic first movement, followed by a lyrical second movement, and ending with a lively third movement, this piece provides unique technical and listening challenges related to the varied articulations and phrase shaping. Together with the second piano accompaniment to be played by a teacher, older student, or relative, students will experience the thrill and fun of performing a concerto. Movements: Allegro con brio * Andantino calore * Allegro giocoso.

Selections: A - 1st Mv't. -Allegro con brio; B - 2nd Mv't. - Andantino calore; C - 3rd Mv't. - Allegro giocoso

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Especially in Jazzy Style, Bk. 1 - Early Intermediate Level

I have always loved improvising at the piano, and I am so fortunate that my piano teachers I studied with as a child never discouraged me from doing this! I worked my way through college by playing in a private dinner club every weekend for almost four years. It was then that I really learned to appreciate and experiment with jazz styles. I've always felt that classically trained pianists would play music by the master composers even better if they had the ability to improvise and/or perform music by some of the jazz greats such as Oscar Peterson and George Shearing. Young pianists today can benefit so much from the syncopated rhythms of jazz, the unique and often unexpected harmonies, and the freedom of expression inherent in this style. In "Especially in Jazzy Style, Book 1", students will be motivated by the infectious rhythms, harmonies, and lyrical melodies found in the pieces. Teachers will have fun sharing the challenges of jazz styles with students, who might be playing this type of music for the very first time. Enjoy, and be inspired by your personal interpretation of the solos in this collection.

Titles include: AS SEPTEMBER GOES * JAZZ JAM * PURPLE SAGE * RHYTHMICON * SMOOTH AS SILK * SNEAKIN' 'ROUND * SOFT-SHOE BLUES * SOUL SEARCHER * TAHITIAN NIGHTS * A TOUCH OF RHUMBA * VALSE DU JOUR

Selections: A - As September Goes; B -Smooth as Silk;

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Especially in Jazzy Style, Bk. 3 - Late Intermediate Level

I have always loved improvising at the piano, and I am so fortunate that my piano teachers I studied with as a child never discouraged me from doing this! I worked my way through college by playing in a private dinner club every weekend for almost four years. It was then that I really learned to appreciate and experiment with jazz styles. I've always felt that classically trained pianists would play music by the master composers even better if they had the ability to improvise and/or perform music by some of the jazz greats such as Oscar Peterson and George Shearing. Young pianists today can benefit so much from the syncopated rhythms of jazz, the unique and often unexpected harmonies, and the freedom of expression inherent in this style. In "Especially in Jazzy Style, Book 3", students will be motivated by the infectious rhythms, harmonies, and lyrical melodies found in the pieces. Teachers will have fun sharing the challenges of jazz styles with students, who might be playing this type of music for the very first time. Enjoy, and be inspired by your personal interpretation of the solos in this collection.

Titles include: ALWAYS AND FOREVER * BARCLAY STREET BLUES * DOUBLE DUTY * IN MY OWN SPACE * JAZZ AT FIVE * A MILLION MILES AWAY * PORTO ALEGRE

Selection: A - "Always and Forever"

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Magical Overtures - Late Elementary to Early Intermediate Level

Overture has been defined as an introduction to something more substantial. Dennis Alexander's Overture series is just that! Magical Overtures is the second of three books in the "Overture" collection and includes 10 original pieces perfect for auditions, festivals, and recitals. Featuring everything from mixed meters to boogie woogie learning patterns, it's all here! Titles: Copycats * Creepers * Gotta Boogie Woogie * Lydian March * Lys flottants (Floating Lilies) * Panache! * Perious Journey * The Royal Couple * Synergy * Une petite valse.

Selections: A. Copycats; B. Creepers; C. Lydian March; D. Perilous Journey;

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Magnificent Overtures - Intermediate to Late Intermediate Level

Overture has been defined as an introduction to something more substantial. Dennis Alexander's Overture series is just that! Magnificent Overtures is the final volume and features repertoire perfect for auditions, festivals, and recitals. Featuring everything from mixed meters to a romantic waltz to impressionism, it's all here! Titles: Boundless Joy * Capriccio in E Minor * Gardens in the Mist * Juxtaposition * Mystical Odyssey * Scherzo Chromatique * Serenity * * Whimsy! * Valse Sentimentale.

Selections: A. Mystical Odyssey; B. Valse sentimentale

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Nocturnes for Piano, Bk. 1 - Early Intermediate to Intermediate Level

Nocturnes represent quiet and meditative night music. Typically found in nocturnes are lyrical melodic lines, beautiful harmonies, and left-hand apreggiated accompaniment patterns. Each nocturne in this collection has these qualities along with their own unique character, mood, and sophisticated sound. The pieces are meant to encourage students to better understand the beauty and elegance of the Romantic-period style. Similar in style and form to those of Frederic Chopin, these technically accessible nocturnes are suitable for student recitals and competitions.

Book 1 contains the first 8 of 14 nocturnes for early intermediate to intermediate pianists. Titles: Nocturne No. 1 in C Major * Nocturne No. 2 in E Minor * Nocturne No. 3 in F Major * Nocturne No. 4 in D Minor * Nocturne No. 5 in G Major * Nocturne No. 6 in A Minor * Nocturne No. 7 in G Minor * Nocturne No. 8 in D Major.

Selections: A - Nocturne No. 1 in C Major; B - Nocturne No. 6 in A Minor

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Nocturnes for Piano, Bk. 2 - Intermediate to Late Intermediate Level

Nocturnes represent quiet and meditative night music. Typically found in nocturnes are lyrical melodic lines, beautiful harmonies, and left-hand arpeggiated accompaniment patterns. Each nocturne in this collection has these qualities along with their own unique character, mood, and sophisticated sound. The pieces are meant to encourage students to better understand the beauty and elegance of the Romantic-period style. Similar in style and form to those of Frederic Chopin, these technically accessible nocturnes are suitable for student recitals and competitions. Book 2 contains the last 6 of 14 nocturnes at the intermediate to late intermediate levels. Titles: Nocturne No. 9 in A Minor * Nocturne No. 10 in F Major * Nocturne No. 11 in D Major * Nocturne No. 12 in D-flat Major * Nocturne No. 13 in G Major * Nocturne No. 14 in F Minor.

Selections: A - Nocturne No. 12 in D-flat Major; B - Nocturne No. 14 in F Minor

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Imperial Concertante - Early Intermediate Level

Pianists at the early intermediate level will delight in the sounds of this concerto written especially for them. Each movement conveys a different spirit and sound, from the fast and energetic feel of the first movement to the brilliant and sparkling third movement. In between, the second movement presents a lyrical contrast with its singing melody and lush harmonies. Together with the second piano accompaniment, students will experience the thrill and fun of performing a concerto. Movements: Allegro molto * Andante cantabile * Presto brillante.

This student concerto is dedicated to the Piano Studio of Melody Stroth who resides in Overland Park, KS.

Selections: A - "1st Mv't. Allegro molto"; B - "2nd Mv't. Andante cantabile"; C - "3rd Mv't. Presto brillante"

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