Willis Music

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.

Later Elementary Level Lyrical and dreamy, Morning Serenade will charm both listener and performer. The simple, repeated phrases fit small hands perfectly, yet also utilize a wide range of the keyboar...

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...

Invaders! is fast and exciting, with a hint of mystery and espionage. Fits well in small hands, and sounds harder than it is, making it an automatic student and audience favorite! Key: D Minor.

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

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...

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.

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.

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...

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.

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.

Quick and sprightly, Rowdy Run is also an excellent study in scalar passages. A great recital piece!

Fiery and exciting, Sea Tempest captures the turbulence and beauty of a storm at sea. Perfect for a pianist with dramatic flair! Key: E Minor.