Randall Hartsell

A dreamy piece with an impressionist bent, perfect for the young, imaginative performer. Requires precise pedaling. Key: G Major.

A graceful piece with a sweet, nostalgic melody perfect for a moody October day. May be very helpful in drawing out more expressive playing. Key: A Minor/C Major.

This shimmering piece features a lovely melody and smooth, cascading scalar passages over cool harmonies. Key: G Major.

A simple, catchy rhythmic motif infuses this short and syncopated piece. The memorable melody will have everyone humming along. Key: F Major.

Quick and light, with continuous motion in the left hand until the very last measure! An excellent, exciting recital piece for those with short attention spans. Key: A Minor.

Mid-Elementary Level Ladybugs have sunny and cheerful mornings, as reflected in this charming piece with movable pentascales by Randall Hartsell. Key: G Major.

Soothing and meditative, this gentle piece is based on open fifths. Students will enjoy using the pedal for long stretches, and will explore and learn to create fluid water sounds. Uses a wide range o...

Does your piano sometimes make weird noises when you practice? It may or may not be haunted: find out in the lyrics of this very special piece! Key: An eerie D Minor.

A sweet, lovely melody weaves elegantly throughout this memorable piece. Designs at Daybreak begins and ends quietly, but includes a rich and colorful mid-section where performers can showcase their r...

A cheerful, charming piece with snappy rhythms and fun articulations, and with a few accidentals thrown in (on purpose). Key: F Major.

Hartsell's Midnight Owl imagines an enchanting bird who likes to swing dance in the middle of the night. The catchy melody takes place mostly in the bass clef, which may help strengthen a weak left ha...

Mid-Elementary Level Shark! The title screams! A dramatic solo for a young vivacious student. The frequent, repeated use of the minor 2nd may remind some of a certain famous shark movie, but there is...

An easy, charming solo that students will love! The great lyrics showcase cute caterpillars who chomp, chew, dine, climb and sleep before turning into beautiful butterflies. Key: C Major, with acciden...

Expressive and exciting, Through the Storm will take the performer and listener into the heart of an imaginative windstorm. A perfect recital piece for all seasons! Key: A Minor.

There is a mystery in the moors, in the mist, in the early dusk... Expressive, enigmatic, and perfect for the young imaginative soul. Key: C Major.

Six expressive pieces composed to cultivate musicality. A student favorite!

11 piano solo arrangements with optional teacher accompaniments: Barcarolle (from Tales of Hoffman) (Offenbach) - Bridal Chorus (from Lohengrin) (Wagner) - Can-Can (from Orpheus in the Underworld) (Of...

Few compositions from the Classical Romantic repertoire are accessible and satisfying to elementary and early intermediate piano students. Students often become frustrated working on a repertoire piec...

More Romantic Impressions contains a wide variety of styles, moods, rhythms, keys, and key signatures, written in the tradition of the Romantic period of music history. Most of these compositions are...

The simple melody and mode of Egyptian Journey conjures up alluring images of the ancient, mysterious and beautiful land: a lazy swaying camel ride, gigantic pyramids in the distance, a lush oasis. Ar...

This simple, heartfelt piece is intended to convey a soft, perfect ending to a beautiful day. Long languid phrases and hand-over-hand patterns help to spur musicality.

Star Wonders has enough charm to seduce even the most slothful student and is a complete delight to play! Dreamy, arpeggiated seventh chords and cool harmonies infuse the piece and make it perfect for...

An expressive two-page piece with an alluring melody, long phrase lines, and delicate sighs. In G Major, with pedal throughout.